The Field

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd The Field is a monthly glossy magazine dedicated to those brave souls who shoot, fish and hunt way beyond the call of duty. Since 1853, its staff has selflessly brought its readers the cream of rural life, be it pheasant shooting, dry-fly fishing or the distinct merits of Cheval Blanc. If you love field sports, errant terriers and very foxy friends at hunt balls, The Field is for you.

The Field • ESTABLISHED 1853 VOL 340 NO 7420

Caring for custodians of the land • The Gamekeepers’ Welfare Trust is celebrating its 30th year of supporting keepers, deerstalkers and gillies in need, and you can help to ensure this vital work is able to continue, says Sir Johnny Scott

Social spotlight

Gamebird release ‘is unsustainable’

NHS slammed for serving venison

THE SPORTING CHANCE

One good deed…

Campaign against farmed salmon

News in brief

December diary

Bird flu continues to spread

The Field’s Almanac

King George VI Chase • KEMPTON PARK, 26 DECEMBER 2022

Kit to covert • Our monthly guide to everything notable in the field for sporting enthusiasts and those keen on country life

Letters • Write to: The Editor, The Field, Future Publishing PLC, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, London, W2 6JR Email: field.secretary@futurenet.com

Going off-grid with a glass • With the world in turmoil, seeking solace and seclusion in a quiet forest hideaway or in a remote dwelling surrounded by mountains could be just the ticket, says Rupert Bates

Country estate of the month • SADBERGE HALL, MIDDLETON ST GEORGE, CO DURHAM

Six of the best: Devon & Cornwall

Meat, magnums and mistletoe • Channelling the Lord of Misrule and Abbess of Unreason, Neil and Serena Cross are ready for some merrymaking, medieval style – starting with their plans for a cracking three-buck roast

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Wykeham shoot North Yorkshire • Guns enjoy a bracing day in the line on an estate that offers the best of both worlds: a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and sporting high birds

A ticket to paradise • Eight lucky Guns enjoy testing drives on four stunning estates after winning the GWCT’s Perthshire Big Four raffle, which supports vital conservation research

Forging history with hammer, heat and steel • Painstakingly made and beautifully patterned, damascus barrels are a striking example of the gunmaker’s art, but such skills have been lost to the tide of progress

Follow the science • As Wild Justice calls for a curtailment to woodcock shooting, the GWCT explains why we should avoid a statutory change to the season

Aske and you shall receive • Elegant horses, majestic buildings and impeccable tailoring are front and centre during a windswept day with the Zetland in North Yorkshire

Christmas hunting • Whenever and wherever you meet during the festive period, this time of year is all about celebrating the pageantry and unique camaraderie of the chase

The perfect guest • As your host prepares for an onslaught on the larder this Christmas, here’s The Field’s pick of the best coming-to-stay presents to help replenish stocks

Battle of the birds: goose versus turkey

When the proof is in the pudding • From simple steamed sponge to the fruit-studded festive favourite, traditional British puds are making a comeback and are the ultimate Christmas indulgence

Charades anyone? • Whether naughty or nice, parlour games have kept us entertained during the festive season for generations and add old-fashioned family fun to the big day

Season’s greetings • A love letter to postage stamps, those tiny paper squares that revolutionised the postal service in Britain – and around...