One of the many good things about British Game Week (19-25 November 2018) is that it brings in new customers for venison, partridge, pheasant and duck. People who have never…
Charlotte Peters
Digital Editor
Berkshire venison, pheasant and partridge gamekeeper’s pie
Landlord Lee Hart is a keen Shot and runs the Dundas Arms, Kintbury. He says: “Our focus is seasonality and local produce. I’m a huge advocate for game and we…
Stalking gear for women – we test out Harkila’s Freja range
In Norse mythology, Freja was a warrior goddess. By naming its new woman’s stalking jacket and trousers after such a character, Härkila is making a very positive statement. Stalking kit…
Christmas gift ideas for shooters and fieldsports lovers
Feathers – The Game Larder Chef Jose Souto is himself a keen stalker and shooter and his knowledge of the field shines out in this beautifully photographed book. Tempting recipes…
Some of the best shooting shirts for men
Our pick of the best shooting shirts will have you looking smart and feeling comfortable even when you're in the field
We asked some keen Shots how they stay warm on a bitter day out in the field. Here’s what they said.
John Sugden runs tweed outfitters Campbells of Beauly, is a keen stalker and goes out in all weathers. “I wear Musto thermal trousers as a base layer when it’s really…
10 of the best socks for shooting
Best socks for shooting – some tips Whilst all the socks below are washable, make sure you look at the washing instructions carefully. If you wash and dry them too…
Slow roasted pheasant ramen – a perfect introduction to game
This is an easy – and different – recipe for using pheasant breasts. It’s really worthwhile taking time to prepare the stock here as it’s the background to the dish,…
One pot pheasant recipes
Game cookery recipe: A fantastic game cookery recipe using pheasant and an excuse to raid the freezer!
10 shooting vests to invest in
Barbour Berwick Tweed shooting vest is an excellent fit for me (size L) and is the epitome of high-quality simplicty.
Things I’d wish I’d known when I started shooting
Advice and novice shooting tips from those who had to learn the hard way … Lessons are key “I started game shooting when I was around 14 years of age,…
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Our pick of shooting shirts for women
Alba shirt A lightweight shirt with a cosy, warm, brushed cotton jersey lining for cooler days. In apple and cream, or cream and berry colourways. RRP £29.95 Hoggs of Fife …
Are these the best shooting coats and jackets?
Shooting coats vary more than any other kind of shooting kit, but this pick of the best shooting coats span every level of requirement and budget
The best gaiters for walked-up shooting
Gaiters are a key part of your shooting kit, particularly if you’re roughshooting on moorland. If you’re wearing breeks and your smartest shooting socks, they’ll protect your lower legs from…
Seven of the best shooting breeks
Getting a pair of stylish shooting breeks on your bottom half doesn't necessarily have to break the bank. You just have to know where to look.
9 of the best boots for shooting
Meindl Dovre Pro GTX boots A Gore-Tex linked flexible waxed leather boot offering a comfortable, waterproof fit. Available in two versions, with either a 26cm (wide) or 20cm (short collar).…
Quick and easy recipe for pheasant and pastry rolls
A classic Kiev is given a tasty new twist using pheasant and pastry
Ladies in the field – some advice on what to wear
Hicks & Brown was set up by designer sisters Alice and Rosie, who were brought up on a farm and have excellent fieldsports credentials. We asked them for their tips…
Announcing The Shooting Awards 2019
Shooters know that having the right kit – whether it’s a gun, the right cartridges, footwear or a preferred coat – is all part of having a good day out…