Monster moths are kind creatures and often misunderstood. Many people think of moths as rather boring little brown jobs that can be a nuisance when you sit out on a…
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Nic Fiddian-Green at Masterpiece London
Masterpiece is a show like no other and this year has brought the artistic process as well as its product to the Royal Hospital Chelsea. The Sladmore Gallery has recreated…
When to drink sherry? Every day
The joint was jumping and there wasn’t a vicar or maiden aunt to be seen. At least, I didn’t spot one. But you never know with vicars these days. Or…
AUCTION: Holt’s Modern and Antique Guns 19 June 2014
A rare Holland & Holland 12-bore 1911 patent ‘DUPLEX’ choke boxlock ejector ‘Aero’ gun goes under the hammer at Holt’s with, even more rarely, an original ‘Zeppelin’ cartridge. Designed for…
AUCTION: Wallis & Wallis Militaria, Arms and Armour on 10th June
Wallis and Wallis‘ auction on 10 June is brimming with eye catching lots, including a haul of medals and a WW1 recruiting poster (pictured above, est £70 – £100) …
AUCTION: Southams Modern Sporting Guns & Antiques Arms on 12 June 2014
Lot 547 at the Southams sale on June 12th is a cased pair of 16 bore duelling pistols by John Manton, c.1800. LOT DESCRIPTION With 10 ins octagonal damascus…
Craft: Split Cane Fishing Rod Maker Edward Barder
To make a split cane fishing rod takes days but the varnished results are beautiful and fish like a dream
Art for the Somerset Levels Relief Fund
All profits from the sale of Harry Bunce’s latest limited edition print ‘Sail on!’ go to the Somerset Levels Relief Fund and help the stricken area deal with the aftermath…
Luxury: Luggage
Luggage is a necessity, but the right luggage can be a real luxury. The Field's luxury column picks the best.
How to move bees
Last summer a colony of bees took up residence in my attic. I have no wish to harm the squatters, but would like them to change address. They are dormant…