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Teckels: the wire-haired dachshund is a sporting sausage dog
These small but sporting dachshunds will find a place in every working household. We champion the teckel. They are wonderful trackers and will never give up. Short on legs, long on stamina. Teckels are...
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Rhubarb fool recipe
Rhubarb fool is the perfect post Easter dessert. Frugal and tasty with its sea creature like pink stems, it is sure to bring back sharp memories of Spring. A vegtable that tastes great in many pies and...
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Aintree Fox Hunters’ Chase. The race every amateur wants to win.
The Aintree Fox Hunters' Chase is the amateur's Grand National. Cheltenham may have its roar, but the Aintree fences are the biggest in the business.The 2014 contingent clear the Chair.The Aintree Fox...
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Scottish Land Reform. Is it necessary?
David Johnstone chairman of Scottish Land & Estates, questions the value of Scottish Land Reform.Shooting and deerstalking are high-value businesses in terms of contribution to the rural economy....
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11 things to add to your shooting bucketlist
Does your shooting bucketlist contain these 11 things? If not it should. Start now.Add the ptarmigan to your bag.This shooting bucketlist will raise a shiver of excitement in all those who love to...
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Victorian pike recipe from The Field 1854
Pike is not easy to like, full of bones with a muddy reputation. But this recipe from an 1854 edition of The Field will set you on the right track.Once you have caught your pike, what then?A Victorian...
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Daffodils are glorious yellow heralds of spring
Caroline Bankes trumpets the flowers' beauty and season.A glorious herald of spring.Daffodils are the first signs of colour in the garden after the drab winter. That other spring favourite, rhubarb, is...
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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?The golden retriever is not seen enough on the shooting field.Retrievers don’t...
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Daffodils are glorious yellow heralds of spring
Caroline Bankes trumpets the flowers' beauty and season.A glorious herald of spring.Daffodils are the first signs of colour in the garden after the drab winter. That other spring favourite, rhubarb, is...
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Bare All 4 Bolty naked charity calendar 2015
The Bare All 4 Bolty calendar was put together in memory of a corageous 16 year old, Alex Bolt.Baring all for a very good cause. All you need is a forest clearing.The Bare All 4 Bolty naked charity...
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Dream Alliance gallops his way on to film
A film telling the true story of the extraordinary Dream Alliance, the Welsh National winner, is now showing in cinemas.The Welsh National winner makes his appearance on film.Dream Alliance is the...
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Slow-cooked lamb with sherry and saffron potatoes
Spring lamb has not had time to become flavoursome. So it is a great opportunity to add some bold flavours of your own.Meltingly tender and so easy to prepare ahead. Slow-cooked lamb is always...
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The wheellock. Historical hunting weapons
The wheellock transformed warfare and shooting after its invention. And some are glorious to look at. Dr Thom Richardson, deputy master of the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds explains.The wheellock...
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Women’s shooting clubs: our definitive list
Ladies shooting clubs are seeing a massive increase in membership. Which is the right one for you to join? Sisters-at-arms. Which club will suit you best? Game, clays or cake?Women’s shooting clubs are...
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Blaser guns are good for game-shots
The German gunmaker is now making guns for the covertside. Jonathan Young goes undercover to investigate just how they do it.Blaser F3 Custom Grade V; the F3 comes in trap, sporting and game, standard...
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Cavalry in the First World War
When the cavalry returned home, those who had been prisoners of war had to account for their actions, shown by these original letters.Such a number of men needed a significant number of horses at this...
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Crab cakes with mint and chilli dressing
These crabby delights can work as a starter or a canapé.Made with fresh British crab nothing could be finer.Crab cakes can receive bad press. A bit rubbery, a trifle dry and too often swelling the...
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Best farm vehicles: the ATV or the UTV?
Aurora Eastwood looks at the best farm vehicles for gamekeepers, hunt staff and landowners. Leave the 4x4 behind and take to the hills on a quad bike.The quad bike, or ATV, is essential for gamkeepers,...
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Best farm ATVs: 4 firm favourties
Our list of the 4 best quad bikes for use in the field. Does your experience match our list?The best farm ATVs for all gamekeepers, hunt staff and landowners. Does your experience match with our list?...
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Marbled chocolate pavlova topped with oranges
Blood oranges give dramatic effect to this pavlova topping. Use standard oranges out of season.An eye catching pudding with a dramatic topping.A marbled chocolate pavlova is a useful addition to your...
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