The Field

Published by TI Media Limited 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

Introducing…

The show must go on • In a changing countryside, county and agricultural shows are as popular as ever, providing a platform to showcase the best of rural life. Long may this continue, says Rupert Uloth

SFI suspension ‘another shattering blow’ to farmers • To contact the news desk, message us via our social channels or send an email to charlotte.mackaness@futurenet.com

Gamebird general licence update a relief for many

One good deed… • FishPal users raise thousands for river conservation causes

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News in brief

May diary

Don’t miss our June 2025 issue

Shoots await Government response to proposed lead ban

Science-led predator control

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

THE FIELD FIVE OF THE BEST Fishing bags

James Murray • The actor, artist, angler and activist talks to John Bailey about the healing power of fishing and how he is fighting for the future of Britain’s beloved yet beleaguered rivers

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

THE FIELD JUNIOR

Country estate of the month • The Michaelchurch estate, Herefordshire

Competitive angling • Highly prized and jealously guarded, the best fishing beats, rights and rivers cause quite a stir among buyers on the rare occasions they become available, says Rupert Bates

Seasonal bliss • Whether it is admiring perfection at Royal Windsor and Chelsea or pursuing the bounty of river and hedge-bank, May is a busy month for Neil and Serena Cross

Fishing as therapy • It’s no secret to those who frequent the riverbank that angling is good for both body and mind. By offering our time and skills, we can help others realise its power, says Gabriel Stone

Sir Peter Scott • The eminent conservationist’s love for wildfowl and the wetlands they depend on began on the marsh with gun in hand, says Sir Johnny Scott

Upping your game • With challenging targets and first-class tuition, these top shooting schools are the perfect place for game shots to hone their skills

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Sport in the city • From fishing hidden waters and riding on Rotten Row to virtual clays and rifle shooting, sporting opportunities in London are more accessible than ever

Where to get some sporting action in the capital • You are never more than a few Tube stops away from sport in London. Here are the stations to jump off at, and what you will find there.

The secrets to catching trout • ‘Observation, imitation, presentation’ is the mantra when dealing with wily wild fish and first impressions are critical to success

Unsung fish • Coarse species such as barbel, chub, perch and pike may not have adipose fins but they are gripping quarry nonetheless

Hooking a serious bargain • As a season of piscatorial adventure beckons, it’s the perfect time for a kit refresh and specialist fishing auctions can be just the place to look

The dogs that made us • No matter how you come to meet them, and however long they are in your life, there is something truly special about your first canine...