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Wild fishing: never less than unforgettable
Where to get your wild fishing fix There are countless places where you can encounter wild fishing. However, it is essential to consider health and safety, permissions and legalities beforehand.…
How to be the perfect house-party guest
There is a scene in AG Macdonell’s classic post-First World War comedy novel England, Their England when the protagonist, a Fleet Street journalist, is invited to a grand Kent house-party…
Pan-fried pheasant breasts with marsala, sage and lemon
Ingredients: Butter-bean purée with parmesan, garlic and chilli 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large clove of garlic, peeled and finely chopped Pinch of chilli flakes 1 x 400g tin butter…
Interview: Sir Jackie Stewart
Given his reputation for humility, it comes as little surprise that three-time Formula One (F1) world champion Sir Jackie Stewart happily credits a long line of others for his success.…
Bringing dogs as guests. Should you?
Many years ago an old friend suggested that my wife and I might like to stay with him in his house in Devon during a brief visit to the West…
The best country houses to hire for house-parties
Dabton House, Dumfries and Galloway Good for Year-round fishing Garden lovers Active types Built in 1820 in the classical villa style, Dabton House originally served as the home of the…
Small pheasant shooting days – a return to what we value most
The first golden age of shooting was defined by Victorian and Edwardian excess. It was a time when game was king, and the size of the keepering team you employed,…
The best recipes for Burns Night
The Field’s best recipes for Burns Night recommends the coast’s world-famous scallops to start and a whisky-infused tart for pud. Did you know that the haggis isn’t purely Scottish? And,…
How to prune wisteria wisely
Wisteria transforms homes with its cascading, fragrant lavender blooms. This vigorous climber provides excellent shade and architectural interest, adding timeless elegance. So how to keep it looking its best and…