Among the library of sporting publications bequeathed to me by my father is a complete set of Robert Smith Surtees’ fictional works: Jorrocks’ Jaunts and Jollities; Handley Cross; Hillingdon Hall;…
Hunting
Belvoir Hunt Kennels Open Day 1st June
The grounds of Belvoir Castle in Lincolnshire and the Belvoir Hunt kennels are welcoming visitors for a family open day on Saturday 1st June 2014. Activities include carriage driving, tug…
How, what, when and where of hunting
With answers to newcomer’s questions and sensible advice that seasoned hunters can pass on, pick up the Countryside Alliance’s new leaflet this weekend while you’re enjoying the stands and eventing…
The 2014 Quorn Hunt point-to-point at Garthorpe
On Sunday 27th April the inimitable Garthorpe racecourse near Melton Mowbray plays host to the Quorn Hunt, for the annual Quorn point-to-point. Racing starts at 1pm, and there are a…
Video: Badminton Grassroots headcam
Headcam footage taken at the 2013 Badminton Grassroots Championships gives a fantastic sense of how exciting competing at this iconic venue is.
The Dianas of the Chase Side Saddle Steeplechase
For side saddle dash come to The Dianas of the Chase side saddle steeplechase on 23rd March 2014
What to wear out hunting
It is important to be comfortable and smart when riding to hounds. The Field guides you through sartorial hunting matters. Put your best breeches forward.
The best clothes brush to clean a hunt coat
I am struggling to find a clothes-brush to clean my hunt coat, which is often very muddy (although last winter was much kinder than most). Do you know a company…
Exclusive images from The Field: side saddle hunting photoshoot
Behind the scenes footage of The Field's side saddle photoshoot in High Leicestershire. Three side saddle thrusters demonstrate how to hunt side saddle over a hedge in Quorn Monday country
Breeks to breeches: the men who shoot and hunt
The sporting switch from shooting to hunting. Why do seasoned shooters decide to risk their necks and take up hunting? Caroline Bankes investigates the decision to move from shooting to…