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The Nevill Arms reviewed by The Field magazine
Set in Leicestershire’s Welland Valley, this boutique hotel and pub blends original character and contemporary chic with impeccable countryside credentials, says Charlotte MackanessRoaring fires await...
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Stalking on your doorstep
There is no need to head to Scotland to enjoy the thrill of the stalk. Pursuing lowland deer is not only exciting and surprisingly accessible but essential to the health of the British countryside...
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Choosing a name for your dog
A dog’s name should be short, punchy and easy for them to recognise, says David TomlinsonChoosing a name for your dog can be tricky. But here are some useful tips to give your dog a name they can be...
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Gundog collars: options in canine neckwear
If your dog is in a public place it must wear a collar. That's the law, writes David Tomlinson, although there are a few exceptions.Do working dogs have to wear a collar? Yes, it is a legal requirement...
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Giving black grouse a lift
Black grouse could be restored to the North York Moors this spring thanks to a GWCT translocation project that aims to expand the iconic bird’s range, writes Joe DimblebyBlack cocks rarely move far...
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Sporting dog: German longhaired pointers
Unlike its wirehaired and shorthaired cousins, the longhair pointer is a newcomer to the UK. In this country German longhaired pointers (GLPs) are probably the least known of the German gundog breeds....
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The Suffolk horse: a rare breed with pulling power
Once the engine of British agriculture, the endangered Suffolk Horse has found new purpose by exchanging farming for forestry, the show ring and even the field, writes Charlotte Reather Barr controls...
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Shotgun servicing. When and where to service your gun.
Shotgun servicing costs little compared to the loss of a day's shooting. We tell you when and where to have your gun serviced.Shotgun servicing is an essential part of one’s yearly sporting routine,...
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What food is poisonous to dogs?
Many foods are toxic to canines, and most owners know to avoid feeding them to their dogs. But when accidents inevitably happen, common sense is key, says David TomlinsonIt's important to be aware of...
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Lemon, ginger and ricotta cheesecake with poached rhubarb
Always a crowd-pleaser Rhubarb cheesecakeCheesecake is always a crowd-pleaser and the addition of ricotta to this rhubarb cheesecake gives it a light, creamy texture that goes perfectly with the...
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Crab cakes with mint and chilli dressing
Crab is at its best right now and these crab cakes make a great light starter or can even be made into smaller rounds for canapés.Made with fresh British crab nothing could be finer.Crab cakes made...
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To breed or not to breed? Or should you pick a puppy?
Where should you get your next puppy from? Think before you breed your own advises David Tomlinson Labrador puppies, National Guide Dogs Breeding CentreIt’s a conversation anyone who has travelled in a...
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Sir Alfred Munnings, sporting artist
What do you do if you own a Munnings? Give it away to HRH THe Prince of Wales of course. The Field did...A Lady Riding a Bay Hunter by Sir Alfred Munnings, circa 1924Alfred Munnings is a name that...
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Retrievers. Is it time to change your labrador?
With his friend's labrador and Land Rover getting on in years, David Tomlinson asks, why not replace both with a hybrid?Retrievers don’t have to be labradors. The flatcoat was the Downton Abbey gundog...
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7 things to do in the off season with your gundog
The season may be over for now but a gundog's training is never finished. Use the summer well with The Field's adviceThe perfect peg dog is made not born. A fault-free season will only follow an...
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How to perk up droopy tulips
Problems with droopy tulips in your cut flower vases? Read on.Droopy tulips What can I do about droopy tulips? We are very fortunate to have a super collection of different varieties of tulips in our...
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The best picnic blankets around picked out by The Field
We pick out the cosiest and best picnic blankets With the arrival of spring and sunnier days our minds turn to picnics, sports days, cricket matches – a decent blanket for sitting on is a must. In any...
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The Field interviews: Simon Brooks-Ward
Whether it is through his spectacular events or his commitment to the Armed Forces, a sense of duty runs deep for this BAFTA-winning show director, says Serena Cross“I grew up a showground brat and...
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Tips for gundog retrieving
Invaluable tips from Janet Menzies on what you and your dog should be looking forRetrieving should be easy for a gundog, so why then the missed birds and general confusion? Here are some tips for...
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How to grow your own asparagus
Patience wins out here (and saves money)Spring comes along and hopefully so does asparagus. For more than 20 millennia, we’ve consumed these tender, young buds and stalks as they begin to grow in...
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Which mint is best to grow?
Where would we be without this fragrant herb? Here's your guide to growing it successfully. A reader asked us the following question. Q: “Which is the best mint to grow? We have a basic variety of mint...
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Victory in Europe Day: 80th anniversary
While declaring war in 1939 was a straightforward matter, arranging the German surrender would prove somewhat more complicated, writes Allan MallinsonVE Day 8 May 1945. Churchill gives his famous...
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Top shooting schools – the perfect places to hone your skills
With challenging targets and first-class tuition, these top shooting schools are the perfect place for game shots to hone their skills, writes Miles MalonePurdey at The Royal Berkshire is a shooting...
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German shorthaired pointers – a wunder dog?
Labs for sitting on the peg and retrieving, spaniels for beating and dogging in? Pointers and setters for grouse? Do we have too many dogs or would just one do? Janet Menzies ponders. There is a...
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Anchovy and cheese straws – a summer party pleaser
Crisp, buttery and with a sophisticated hit of anchovy, these cheese straws make a great pre-party nibble and pair particularly well with a chilled glass of English fizz. Makes 16 strawsOnce the straws...
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How to deter magpies
These corvids are extremely intelligent. Here are some ideas for keeping them away.Magpies can be tricky to deter, so follow our simple tips.Ever wished you knew how to deter magpies? The species is...
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Padel: why this new racket sport is so appealing
Padel is picking up steam in Britain but what makes this new racket sport so universally appealing?Padel involves a decompressed ball being hit over a low net on a rectangular court measuring 10 metres...
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Birdsong: How to recognise bird calls
Last May I stayed in East Sussex, arriving late and after dark. Eager to get going the next morning, I woke at first light and took in the new surroundings of my quaint, beamed room, with its little...
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The truth about dog discipline
Janet Menzies on crime and punishment Most dog training manuals shy from the word ‘discipline’. One labrador expert advises his readers to carry rolled-up newspaper with them so they can rattle it over...
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David Howden: The Field Interview
The insurance magnate talks to Melanie Cable-Alexander about his love of the countryside and its pursuits, which offer a welcome change of pace from the busy world of financeDavid Howden is regarded by...
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