My visit to the northern Pennines begins with a magical mystery tour of a grouse moor in Upper Teesdale that is home to a staggering variety of birdlife including the famous blackcock lek. In addition to the ubiquitous red grouse and meadow pipits we see, during the course of just…
Few things can beat our traditional roast grouse recipe. And especially with the first brace of the season. A young bird is best cooked the traditional way, so make this glorious game supper while you can. For those not heading out to the first restaurant to put grouse on the…
Twelve top tips for grouse shooting, with essential advice on what to wear how to shoot and how to look like a seasoned pro on the moor
Grouse shooting is under threat. And we need YOU to sign the petition to protect grouse shooting and grouse moors. The petition to ban grouse shooting is to be debated in Parliament on 31 October. To aid our side of the debate please SIGN the petition to protect grouse moors…
Pot roast grouse is the only way to deal with a late season bird. Any older grouse or bird that you have dug out of the freezer should be cooked long and slowly. Do not attempt to serve it like a traditional roast grouse. It will be tough. But by…
Grouse salad with walnut tarator, roast cauliflower, pomegranate and mint is an ideal mid season starter. Philippa Davis uses just the breast meat but roasts the bird whole and uses the leftover as stock. If you still want to try the bird whole, and stick with tradition look to our…
Whole roast grouse is safest attempted with a young bird. This is the perfect early season recipe, paired with tomato, fig and bread salad. For an alternative game salad try thyme-crusted venison fillet salad. Or to keep your grouse as old school as possible, our traditional roast grouse recipe is…
How to shoot grouse well is what those heading to the moor for the first or fourtieth time always keep in mind. No one stands in the butt without some trepidation. Grouse shooting is a privilege and you should perform to the best of your ability. Be inspired by a…
How to shoot grouse safely is the primary concern of anyone standing in a grouse butt. You must be aware of the issues before you set boot to moor. Grouse shooting is thrilling but it should always be a matter of safety first. For succinct safety advice read the editor’s…
The benefits of grouse shooting are apparent to those of a Fieldy bent. The amalgamation of sport, conservation and food is linked to everything we do with gun or rod in hand. The benefits of grouse shooting are no different. The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has unveiled…
