The Derby takes place this weekend (7 June 2025) on the hallowed turf of Epsom racecourse. Here’s a look back at the history of this revered equine event, and the…
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Top hats: the history and etiquette behind the topper
If you want to see top hats being sported than you are most likely to see the spectacle in June when the headwear is on display at Epsom, Ascot and…
The Field’s top 10 trout flies
The Field has whittled down the countless number of trout flies available to present the 10 essential trout-fishing flies that no angler should be without. Combined, these effective and deadly…
How to make homemade Pimm’s
Homemade Pimm’s is straightforward to make but it’s a touch stronger than the shop-bought stuff. Try our basic recipe and once confident, adjust the tipple to taste. How to make…
Ragley Hall: a rural haven in Shakespeare country
Set in 5,600 acres of Warwickshire countryside, Ragley Hall is not just home to the 9th Marquess of Hertford but also the perfect setting for weddings, outdoor events, parties and…
Gooseberry mint sauce
A query from the archives: I had a gooseberry mint sauce in a restaurant and wonder if you have a recipe for this delicious accompaniment to roast lamb?
12 top tips for charity shoot success
THE CHARITY SHOOT The call to arms comes via WhatsApp: “Morning, are you free to shoot as part of my team on a charity shoot this summer?” Typically, and wherever…
Birdsong: How to recognise bird calls
The dawn chorus is even better when you can tell who's in the choir. Early spring is a great time to enjoy birdsong and learn the call of different birds
How to deter magpies
Over the past 10 years I have become increasingly beset by magpies. Do you know of any solutions to deter magpies rather than a hands-on method to trap them? DB,…
Victory in Europe Day: 80th anniversary
On 3 September 1939, two days after the Germans invaded Poland, the prime minister, Neville Chamberlain, made an announcement on the BBC: “This morning the British Ambassador in Berlin handed…