The best Tattersall shirts are design classics for shooting and a garment that no countryman or woman should be without. (For our list of the best shooting shirts see here.) Tattersall is basically a check or plaid pattern woven into cloth. There are are numerous patterns, as you’ll see in…
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Christmas gifts for shooters 2021
We’ve put together a long list of Christmas gifts for shooters that you can buy online which can be delivered directly to the recipient, should you so wish. Scroll down and you’ll find gifts for men, women, children and pets. We’re adding to the list all the time as we…
Moleskin trousers: we’ve picked out the best for country style
Moleskin has been around for centuries and moleskin trousers have long been a part of a country wardrobe, thanks to their warmth, comfort and durability. Despite the name, the fabric is not made from moles; it is actually created from densely woven pure cotton. Robust Moleskin clothing came into favour…
Rural broadband – who offers the best service?
When it comes to living in a rural area of the country, many of us know all-too-well the difficulty of getting access to a reliable broadband system. Unlike those who live in more densely populated areas, those who call the countryside home often have to make do with sub-par, snail-speed…
Best quilted jackets and gilets for country types
Quilted jackets are ideal to wear on their own to keep the chill off, or underneath a thicker coat for warming layering. Or you can opt for a quilted gilet to wear over a sweater or shirt and again under a coat when it’s chilly. We’ve picked out a selection…
The Christmas gift that lasts all year – a subscription to Shooting Times or Sporting Gun
There’s nothing quite like relaxing comfortably in a chair after a long day in the field and sitting down with a favourite fieldsports magazine, whether that’s Shooting Times or Sporting Gun. Cheaper prices The magazines also make a superb Christmas gift for fieldsports fans – and they really are the…
Delivery to hand: gundog retriever training by Lez Graham
Delivery to hand is the most common problem people come across when they are training a gundog. Why delivery to hand goes wrong Inconsistent handling Allowing the dog to drop what’s in his mouth when walking around house Removing the dummy from the dog’s mouth too fast Putting too much…
Best Cyber Monday Wellies Deals
A pair of wellies by the door is the hallmark of a keen country type and they’re an item of footwear that can get hard wear. So we’ve searched through the best Cyber Monday Wellies deals around online so that you can save £££S on replacing yours – and maybe…
Cyber Monday deals 2021 for fieldsports fans
How can you benefit from the Cyber Monday deals that will be around this year? Are they really bargains? How does Cyber Monday work? Where will you find the best savings? Scroll down and see the deals we have already found from Sealskinz gloves to waterproof trousers. It’s also a…
The best tweed jackets: here are our top picks
It’s always useful to have a few good jackets and blazers to wear and a sports jacket in a Harris tweed or similar is a garment that you’ll put on again and again. The best tweed jackets will look good if you’re having lunch in a country pub, if you’re…
Thermal imagers for hunting – our top riflescope picks
Over the past few years, there has been an ever-increasing use of observation units and thermal imagers for hunting in the shooting world. An array of well-known and not-so-well-known manufacturers are dipping their toes into the market and releasing models. As the landscape of the shooting industry changes, the need…
Best hunting watches – we list the best options
When it comes to the best hunting watches, there’s a lot to consider. As hunters, we understand that one of hunting’s biggest appeals is getting deep into the wilderness, whether in the woods, on the hill, or casting a fly rod in a Highland salmon river, and getting away from…
Best fieldsports books on hunting, shooting and fishing
The best fieldsports books We’ve picked out a list of our favourites below and we’re adding to this list of the best fieldsports books as new publications come out. There’s nothing like settling down with a good read after a day out in the field. Maybe you’re looking to brush…
The best shooting sticks: a selection for the field
Why we need shooting sticks It’s all too easy to miss a fox or a deer, especially when adrenaline kicks in and you don’t have a solid rest. I know I’ve missed shots in the past when I’ve tried to shoot off a fence post or tree branch and, though…
Best hunting torch – we list our top picks
Having a hunting torch in your bag is essential on any stalking trip, especially as winter sets in and it’s likely you’ll be spending a lot more time in darkness and low light. But with so many all-rounder options, it’s important to consider which type of torch best suits stalkers.…
Best binoculars for hunting – our top five selection
What size of binoculars would you recommend for deer stalking? Is there a good compromise that can be used for both woodland and open hill work?
Best products for calming anxious dogs
The bangs and disturbance of fireworks are known for creating anxious dogs and with Bonfire Night coming up now is a good time to plan ahead. (Read how to cure firework fear in dogs.) Of course, you can go around the house closing curtains, putting on the television or music…
Best tweed shooting jackets for ladies
At last, designers and clothing manufacturers are waking up to the fact that country-loving females want to look smart and stylish in a jacket that is designed to blend in out in the field, walking the dog, watching the rugby and over drinks in the pub. We asked around some…
Rough shooting jacket – what are the best options?
Many shooters are introduced to the sport through either rough shooting or walked-up shooting, and it is often the starting point for the best Shots, as it is a perfect way to get fresh air, be out in nature, and get plenty of exercise, as you’ll likely spend a while…
Shooting suits made to measure: where to go for bespoke tweeds
Inheriting a pair of Purdeys or a grouse moor? That would certainly delight most keen Shots. But most Shots would rather wear shooting suits made to measure, created from personally chosen cloth than inherit great-grandfather’s old tweeds (think moth-eaten, ripped linings, mysterious stains). Shooting suits made to measure If you’re…