Birds fill the sky over Studley Royal's sublime water gardens
The timeless setting steals the show during a singular day on an estate steeped in game shooting history, writes Adrian Dangar
Hunting has the famous coverts of Cream Gorse, John Ball and Ranksborough Gorse to name but a few of many …Continue reading »
Rosalind Canter, winner of the 2025 Defender Burghley Horse Trials. Credit DBHT/Peter Nixon
Burghley Horse Trials winners are honoured with a plaque on the specially planted Winners' Avenue at Burghley and this year it was the turn of Rosalind Canter, winner of the 2025 Defender Burghley Horse Trials.
Rosalind (Ros) Canter arrived to unveil her commemorative plaque and brought along her…
Cothelstone Manor
This magnificent Elizabethan house is the ideal place for a country getaway with friends or
family, offering space for both socialising and peaceful seclusion, says Rosie Macdonald
Finding a weekend date that 14 friends can all make is tricky enough; finding a house that meets everyone’s requirements …Continue reading »
Game works excellently on the grill, says Philippa Davis. Here's how to cook it to perfection, which cuts to use and how to prepare the it.
Knowing how to barbecue game is an essential skill for those of us who shoot (because we should all eat …Continue reading »
How did the deceptively simple sport of croquet find, and retain, its niche? Harry Wallop investigates.
The Great Exhibition of 1851 saw a dazzling variety of inventions shown to the public for the first time, from …Continue reading »
Don't be denied your taste of game in the shooting off-season. The top 7 best summer game recipes are perfect for picnics, BBQs and alfresco dining
The top 7 best summer game recipes bring together The Field’s favourite seasonal suppers. If you think that game can …Continue reading »
Black labradors are a ubiquitous sight on game shoots across the country
Rising to prominence in the early 1900s, this most British of breeds quickly became the shooting man’s retriever of choice but its talents don’t end there, says David Tomlinson
The ancestral roots of the world’s most popular pedigree dog, the labrador, may have come to us via the Atlantic …Continue reading »
Attending the Waterloo Cup in 1920
While his many exploits saw him dubbed ‘England’s greatest sportsman’, Lord Lonsdale was just as famous for his extraordinary extravagance, as Sir Johnny Scott explains
Hugh Lowther, 5th Earl of Lonsdale, was born in 1857. He was the second son of Colonel Henry Lowther and …Continue reading »
The man behind the Nevill Holt Festival talks to Tim Relf about the role the event plays in ensuring the future of not only this historic estate but the rural community around it
When David Ross celebrated a recent milestone birthday, he asked friends whether they could give him trees as presents. “I’m …Continue reading »
The Game Fair returns to the Ragley estate, promising spectacular sporting action, a feast of food and countless opportunities to shop until you drop, writes Felix Petit
The annual gathering of the fieldsports world has arrived once again. The stage is set, and from 24-26 July tens …Continue reading »
Stichelton is a remarkable blue cheese produced on the Welbeck estate in Nottinghamshire. Although similar to Stilton, it is made with raw milk rather than pasteurised, giving it a particularly rich, creamy and complex character. Its lively tang works beautifully in this quiche with the sweet, earthy beetroot and the warm, liquorice-like notes from the caraway. Serves 10.
Beetroot,…
This is a fun, flavourful, summery way to use up your pheasant stash from the freezer. Serves four.
Several British cheesemakers now produce excellent cheeses in the halloumi style, including Yorkshire Dama’s squeaky goat’s cheese and Book & …Continue reading »
From military legends and sporting giants to intrepid explorers and fictional icons, we salute those figures who embody the spirit of our great nation
Captain Eric ‘Winkle’ Brown (1919-2016) Born in Leith, ‘Winkle’ (on account of his diminutive stature) Brown’s passion for aviation was …Continue reading »
venison and chickpea fatteh
Red deer is particularly good for this recipe as its strong, gamey taste stands well with the riot of flavour. Serves two generously as a main course.
Venison and chickpea fatteh Fatteh is a layered feasting dish from the Levant that is often eaten for breakfast but …Continue reading »
Conveniently located and with shooting and fishing on the doorstep, this luxury B &B is the perfect stopover for country sorts heading north, discovers Rory Knight Bruce
Warwick Hall is a great base from which to visit a host of attractions, including Hadrian’s Wall, the Tullie House …Continue reading »
Fieldcraft gets you into position, Pulsar Symbion’s multispectral ability adds clarity by day and confidence by night
Stalking has changed in the 173 years The Field has been covering sporting life. Has any other country sport had …Continue reading »
Wedding season is here. We've put together a selection of gifts that would be well received by Fieldy types.
So what to do for a wedding gift? Etiquette suggests you should always send a present to the happy couple …Continue reading »
Summer is well and truly on its way. Here's our June diary, as published in The Field this month.
The Field’s June 2026 diary 1-30 June Rose Garden 30th Anniversary Celebrations Borde Hill, West Sussex Borde Hill 4 June …Continue reading »
The best cocktail making kit should be sleek, sophisticated and sublime. There is nothing better than a man who can handle his jigger.
The best cocktail making kit should be sleek, sophisticated and sublime. There is nothing better than a man who can handle his jigger.
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Roguish, headstrong yet irresistibly charming, the Jack Russell terrier has captured the hearts of countrymen for generations writes Rupert Uloth
What is it about Jack Russells that the true countryman and woman cannot resist? After all, they can be about …Continue reading »
Tetbury's Chavenage House doubles as Declan O'Hara's 'The Priory'
As Rivals returns to our TV screens, viewers will once again be swooning over Jilly Cooper country. But what was it like to live in the sleepy corner of the Cotswolds that inspired her iconic novels? Sybilla Hart reports.
The Cotswolds’ Slad Valley is famous as the idyllic setting for Laurie Lee’s Cider with Rosie but…
Less sweet than Pimm’s but longer and more refreshing than a negroni, this fruity, bittersweet summer drink is the perfect way to get the party started. Serves 4.
Pimmgroni Pimmgroni base 100ml gin 100ml red vermouth 50ml cointreau 50ml sweet sherry 50ml Campari To serve 4 strawberries, cut …Continue reading »
The perfect venison burger
Venison burgers are absolutely delicious and make a change from the usual beef. This recipe serves six.
Everyone loves a burger and this is a delicious recipe for muntjac or roe venison mince
Sliced roast venison with caper sauce
This venison dish may seem decadent for a picnic but it’s quick and simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Serves six.
Sliced roast venison with herb, caper and mustard sauce Marinade 1 large clove of garlic, peeled and grated 1 tbsp …Continue reading »
Pheasant salad with kefir ranch dressing
If you still have pheasant meat in your freezer, now is the time to start using it up and this salad is a delicious way to help do it. Serves four.
Kefir is a fermented milk drink similar to a thin yoghurt that is usually now drunk plain or flavoured with …Continue reading »
Eton mess ice cream
A fun twist on a classic English dessert. Serves 6-8.
Eton mess ice cream Ingredients Ice cream base 1 vanilla pod 600ml double cream 300ml whole milk 5 medium free-range …Continue reading »
Philippa Davis offers a few recipes to inspire your summer entertaining
Cocktails Greet your guests with a cocktail. How about a Pimmgroni? Less sweet than Pimm’s but longer and more refreshing …Continue reading »
The Long Man of Wilmington in East Sussex is a popular pagan site of worship
Intriguing in origin and imposing in stature, England’s chalk hill figures are a source of endless fascination writes Madeleine Silver
When the late Henry Thynne, 6th Marquess of Bath, was having difficulty conceiving a child with his second wife Virginia …Continue reading »
British native cattle are often slow grown and pasture fed, which results in excellent flavour. I have particularly enjoyed White Park, Red Poll and Highland in recent years. This is a simple recipe so the character of the beef can shine through. Serves four.
Recipe for ale-braised beef brisket with crushed potatoes Ingredients Beef 1kg rolled beef brisket, featherblade or chuck 2 tbsp oil…