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Millions of years in the making
The story of England’s chalkstreams stretches back to before the dinosaurs.” Now one of the iconic denizens of this rare habitat is on the brink of extinction Fe
The sole survivors
An increasingly casual attitude to what we wear has given rise to the so-called dress sneaker’ but proper gentlemen's shoes will never go out of fashion
Tradition with a twist
Showcasing the finest British produce from honey, beer and butter to game and venison, this month’s trio of dishes truly encapsulate the taste of Britain, says Philippa Davis
Top sporting stays
Effortlessly smart and with superb shooting and fishing on the doorstep, these British hotels are the perfect base for fieldsports enthusiasts, says Madeleine Silver
"It was wonderfully Lone D-Day: 80th anniversary
Remembering Lawrence Burn, the last veteran of the regiment that spearheaded the Normandy landings at Sword Beach on 6 June 1944
A pure delight: the Old English hound
Tough, tenacious and with an illustrious pedigree, this once out-of-favour hound is enjoying a revival as modern packs come to appreciate the qualities of Old English breeding
A win in the willow
The cricket bat industry is steeped in tradition yet must move with the times to meet demand, opening a lucrative door for landowners in the process
The best of British breeds
When it comes to developing and establishing the world’s most popular gundog breeds, Britain has a lot to be proud of, says David Tomlinson
Saving the queen of flowers
Trailing clouds of glory into your garden, historic roses are as vital a part of British heritage as a Gainsborough painting and must be preserved
Daylesford
Organic farming at its finest
A sweet-pea Summer
Sweet peas are enjoying an Instagram moment’ but to appreciate fully these charming flowers one must hasten back to the real world, says Ursula Buchan
Vinnie Jones
The football hardman turned Hollywood movie gangster reveals his lifelong passion for the countryside and fieldsports, and explains how he is encouraging the next generation
The more the merrier
The rise of driven game shooting in the 19th century led to a rise in orders for pairs (and trios) of guns. These identical siblings still hold a magical allure today
What's in a name?
The traditions of naming hounds stretch back hundreds of years but there is always room for a touch of innovation and humour
Under the spell of spaniels
Our favourite working breed comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, all of which have successfully carved out their own special niche in British sport
Practically perfect
From modest origins, the gilet has evolved into a sporting wardrobe staple, combining function and fashion to become a status symbol in its own right
A brush with history
Britain is world renowned for its contribution to hair care and grooming, and, as its oldest firms will testify, heirlooms come in many forms
Best laid plans
The ancient craft of hedgelaying is playing a central role in efforts to restore the balance of nature on our farms
A silvered sword from the Saxon armoury
With weaponry from the electoral court, the more silver on show, the higher the rank of the owner
'Probably the greatest detective in the world'
For 100 years, on page and screen, Hercule Poirot has captivated audiences around the globe with his supreme intellect and peculiar eccentricities
View from a Bridgerton
They were the 18th-century version of a drinks trolley and now hunt tables are popular once again, partly due to Regency-period television dramas
Nicole Moore
The Shooting Girl With An Afro blogger explains her passion for fieldsports and outlines the importance of sharing skills and knowledge with newcomers
The apple of your eye
With scores to choose from in the UK, there is a delicious apple variety for everyone - and now is the ideal time to start thinking about planting one
Art in the field
Being able to study her subjects as she races alongside them has informed Belinda Sillars work, as she explains to Janet Menzies
Fishing Japanese...the road to tenkara KERON
Discovering this little-known, traditional approach to fly-fishing will take you on a spiritual journey and test your angling skills to the limit
The time to act is now
With Labour odds-on to win the next election, the Countryside Alliance launches a vital call to arms to protect hunt staff, hounds and hunting itself
Cotherstone Moor Co Durham
It's a happy team of guns that leaves the moor having enjoyed a classic driven grouse day imbued with the camaraderie of close friends, kind weather, a dedicated team of shoot helpers and such a good show of wild birds. Conservation efforts in remote Baldersdale have helped to create habitat for a spectacular array of wildlife, as well as a surplus of red grouse
Nature's bounty
Autumn foraging is on the agenda as Neil and Serena Cross venture out to gather woodland and hedgerow produce, from sloes to penny buns and chanterelles
Embracing change in an ancient land
The Ballington shoot on the edge of Salisbury Plain offers classic partridge days but with one eye focused on creating a positive future for fieldsports
Amagical day on the greys
Here was a gathering of 50 beaters and flankers, visiting headkeepers and their teams - an almost Edwardian scene. It was an incredible assembly of the great and the good of grey partridges in the south of England Great Lemhill Gloucestershire | Guns enjoy a day of camaraderie and challenging sport on a pioneering, Purdey Award-winning grey partridge manor