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Can you shoot steel shot with your vintage gun?
The move away from lead shot need not mean parting company with our beloved vintage guns, says Simon ReinholdOne of a pair of 1913 Beesley of London side by sidesSimon Reinhold looks at the future of...
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Why the Irish hunter is the ultimate hunting horse
An enviable mix of breeding and attitude makes the Irish hunter the perfect companion for a day across the most challenging country, says Sarah Kate Byrne Valentine by the lake...
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The A-Z of river health: all you need to know to protect our rivers
From Acronyms to Zander, via Dredging and Water Companies, John Bailey assesses the numerous challenges our waterways face today and how to promote river healthAlamyFrom beavers and otters, to dredging...
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The best sauces to serve with trout this summer
Don't compromise on the flavour or vibrancy of your food during the summer months as we veer towards eating lighter meals, with Philippa Davis' suggestions for the best trout sauces to try During the...
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Campaign sets out to bring back Vodka Pimm’s
A group of Vodka Cup aficionados is asking producer Diageo to reinstate the drink, which disappeared from the shops last yearThe British summer has been looking a little grimmer ever since Vodka Pimm’s...
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The Field’s 12 top tips for grouse shooting
Twelve top tips for grouse shooting, with essential advice on what to wear how to shoot and how to look like a seasoned pro on the moorFollow The Field's top grouse shooting tips for a splendid...
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The Field Macnab Club
Are you a successful Macnabber? Have you chased salmon, stag and grouse with success? If so we warmly issue an invitation to join The Field Macnab Club.The three elements of the Macnab ChallengeThere...
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Best Macnab estates: taking the challenge
Where should you go to nab a Macnab? These estates offer you the best chances of successEditor Jonathan Young taking his Macnab at Gannochy.Hoping to bag a Macnab this year? The Field’s Macnab...
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John Macnab, the man behind the Challenge
Who is John Macnab, and why has his name given rise to the ultimate sporting challenge? The man behind the Macnab Challenge is more than meets the eyeThe identity of John Macnab is a closely guarded...
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Macnab Challenge rules
If you are thinking about taking a Macnab make sure you glance through The Field's Macnab Challenge rules. We look forward to welcoming you to our club. To Blood!Macnab Challenge rules: are you...
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Macnab types: which one to choose?
Keen to enter The Field's Macnab Challenge? You need to decide which Macnab type you want to set your cap at, and then take our advice and crack on.Does your Macnab include a red deer or a fallow...
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The 2021 Macnab Challenge
It is time to set your sights on the ultimate modern sporting endeavour: the 2021 Macnab Challenge, organised by The Field in association with BASCWhen John Buchan wrote John Macnab in 1925 (his second...
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Driven grouse shooting is best for moorlands
Integrated moorland management that includes driven grouse shooting delivers economic, social and environmental benefits, according to a report by the University of NorthamptonA new study has...
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How Red Rum launched sculptor Philip Blacker’s career
When sculptor Philip Blacker retired as a jockey, his involvement with racehorses was far from over, as he explains to Janet Menzies Mare _ Foal Watering, Philip BlackerSculptor Philip Blacker uses his...
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Why we’re all hankering after mackerel fishing this summer
Whether caught from boat, beach or pier with a simple lure, mackerel fishing is part of the fun – and flavour – of the British coastline, says Adrain DangarThere is something endearingly nostalgic...
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5 of Britain’s most spectacular lighthouses
A valuable aid to maritime safety, Britain’s lighthouses are also marvels of engineering; Ettie Neil-Gallacher explores five of The Field’s favouritesBNE7MY The Bishop Rock Lighthouse, The Scilly...
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The Field’s ultimate guide to gunfit
Seeking the advice of a professional gunfitter will enhance comfort – and improve your shooting, says Adam CalvertAdam instructing gun mounting in a clay stand. (15)When it comes to gunfit, it’s a...
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Sporting Diana Sarah Henderson on the magic of growing up on her father’s...
Sarah Henderson, the garden designer and eldest daughter of six-times National Hunt champion trainer Nicky Henderson has riding and the countryside in her bloodSarah HendersonFor Sarah Henderson,...
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Winners of The Field Gundog Awards 2021
The Field Gundog Awards 2021, in association with Chudleys, is delighted to announce the winners of this year's hotly contested categories. From spectacular retrieves to precocious puppies this year’s...
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How to choose the best gundog for partridges
For wild greys and redlegs, you need a worker that’s keen, thorough and won’t mind the brambles. So which is the best gundog for partridges? Alec Marsh finds out Credits: Harry GladwinTo find out how...
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