Articles from The Field on every aspect of the countryside.

Places to stay, how to restore a billiard table, ideas for country interiors, how to be the perfect weekend guest, sporting artists, books to read, historic sites, private gardens, conservation and more.

An eclectic mix of articles from The Field magazine to delight, entertain and inform.

dog with shooting jacket

  Choosing the best shooting coat is an important decision for any sportsman but The Field is here to help. However, before plunging into our look at shooting coats, be…

Crown at Biddlesdon

The Crown at Bildeston in the heart of Suffolk is a haven for the sportsman and as worthy of a dedicated weekend pilgrimage from afar as it is a post-work…

One of the pleasures of being of a certain age is seasoned friendships and familiar landscapes. Since the early 1970s, when I stayed often as a schoolboy on a farm…

Cothelstone Manor

Finding a weekend date that 14 friends can all make is tricky enough; finding a house that meets everyone’s requirements is even harder. Salvation arrived in the form of Cothelstone…

Fieldy wedding gifts

So what to do for a wedding gift? Etiquette suggests you should always send a present to the happy couple when you receive an invitation, even if you can’t attend.…