The art of stylishly covering pates can be a delicate one. Less formal hats, those that sit between the topper and the cap, can be troublesome. However, the trusty trilby…
Alexandra Henton
Claridge’s London
“Oh, I think you’re going to be very happy,” confided our twinkly-eyed check in host. I was feeling fairly jolly already, having entered the hallowed Foyer from Brook Street and…
The Fife Arms hotel
The Fife Arms Good for: Highland charm, country sports, art enthusiasts There is a pleasing familiarity on arrival at The Fife Arms. The gillie team, as the staff are known,…
The Painswick hotel
The Painswick Good for: Luxury Stopover Fine dining On a sporting pilgrimage, whether it is towards Gloucestershire for Badminton or south for the trout, finding somewhere decent to stay on…
Grey partridge in France – French flair on the peg
Sporting adventures are thrilling, and whisking overseas just adds to the lustre. My sporting trips tend to result in enough material to perform a comedy skit, from boar hunting on…
The Gleneagles Hotel – a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts
I spent our first dawn at The Gleneagles Hotel sodden, semi-sheltering under dripping trees as I prayed that the puppy would decide to pee. An hour later it became apparent…
Ratting with terriers. Which terrier is top?
Ratting with terriers – which terrier is best for the job? The Border terrier holds sway in the north while Parson Jack Russell’s terrier has a loyal following in the…
Rothay Manor: in the heart of the Lake District
Rothay Manor – good for Food Walking Dogs The Lake District has romance stitched into its reputation: those winsome trees perched atop a rocky outcrop stir even the stultified into…
How to clean your hip flask
The season is upon us and as the temperature drops, there’s nothing like a tot of something warming. But have you ever had a sip of your best brewed sloe…
What to wear for Cheltenham: gentlemen
Before we dive into our favourite pics of what to wear for Cheltenham, take a look at some of The Field‘s other’s indispensable guides including the best luxury country hats,…