The Sporting Lodge Journal

Your guide to expert advice and the latest updates in the world of country sports and outdoor activities.

A shooter in traditional fieldwear and hearing protection aiming a Purdey shotgun, with a blurred natural background.

James Purdey & Sons – Understated Luxury

Established in 1814 by James Purdey, whose family ran the business until 1948, James Purdey & Sons is one of the most respected and luxurious gun companies in the world....

James Purdey & Sons – Understated Luxury

Established in 1814 by James Purdey, whose family ran the business until 1948, James Purdey & Sons is one of the most respected and luxurious gun companies in the world....

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Holubar: From the Mountains to the Movies

Holubar: From the Mountains to the Movies

The Holubar story is one that embodies the American dream and everything that’s greatabout the great outdoors.. It all started back in Boulder Colorado down in a basement that was...

Holubar: From the Mountains to the Movies

The Holubar story is one that embodies the American dream and everything that’s greatabout the great outdoors.. It all started back in Boulder Colorado down in a basement that was...

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Classic Style Tilley Hiker Hat Worn by Explorer

Where do we start with Tilley hats?

Where do we start with Tilley hats ? In 1980 Alex Tilley was frustrated that he could not find a worthwhile sailing hat, so he decided to oversee the creation...

Where do we start with Tilley hats?

Where do we start with Tilley hats ? In 1980 Alex Tilley was frustrated that he could not find a worthwhile sailing hat, so he decided to oversee the creation...

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Wearing Classic Polo Ralph Lauren White Long Sleeve Shirt

American Dreamer - Polo by Ralph Lauren

Native New Yorker Ralph Lauren (ne Liefschitz) spent his formative years in The Bronx having had a fairly conventional upbringing as the son of Belarussian Jewish immigrants. Despite this Ralph...

American Dreamer - Polo by Ralph Lauren

Native New Yorker Ralph Lauren (ne Liefschitz) spent his formative years in The Bronx having had a fairly conventional upbringing as the son of Belarussian Jewish immigrants. Despite this Ralph...

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A person in a classic white T-shirt and cowboy hat, associated with RRL clothing by Ralph Lauren, drinking from a bottle.

Double RL, Double Good.

While Polo Ralph Lauren is chiefly known for its soft-tailored sportswear and Ivy League designs, the RRL (pronounced ‘Double R L’) label is Ralph Lauren’s venture into the world of...

Double RL, Double Good.

While Polo Ralph Lauren is chiefly known for its soft-tailored sportswear and Ivy League designs, the RRL (pronounced ‘Double R L’) label is Ralph Lauren’s venture into the world of...

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Hikers on a mountain at dawn with the text "tools for a revolution" and the Patagonia logo against a dramatic sky.

Patagonia: Tools For a Revolution

In Patagonia ’s words “sustainability is not enough, yes, we must continue to cause no unnecessary harm, but we must also add something, give back and do good” not a...

Patagonia: Tools For a Revolution

In Patagonia ’s words “sustainability is not enough, yes, we must continue to cause no unnecessary harm, but we must also add something, give back and do good” not a...

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Alan Hinkes Climbing Ice Sheet Using Ice Axes and Boots with Crampons

Interview: Alan Hinkes OBE - Ambassador For Fja...

Alan Hinkes is a legend amongst climbers, having been the first and only Briton to have climbed 14 of the world’s highest peaks. Making him part of an exclusive and...

Interview: Alan Hinkes OBE - Ambassador For Fja...

Alan Hinkes is a legend amongst climbers, having been the first and only Briton to have climbed 14 of the world’s highest peaks. Making him part of an exclusive and...

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Sunspel Riviera Polo Shirt Worn by Daniel Craig "James Bond" With M "Judi Dench"

Sunspel - The Best of British

Sunspel is a quintessentially British brand and has become synonymous with the style of James Bond. This was following the brand tailoring one of their original polo shirts for Daniel...

Sunspel - The Best of British

Sunspel is a quintessentially British brand and has become synonymous with the style of James Bond. This was following the brand tailoring one of their original polo shirts for Daniel...

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Fire Fighters tackling forest blaze in United States

Filson Joins the US Forestry Service

The U.S. Forest Service is divided up into nine specific regions with region 6 being the Pacific Northwest. This is the same location that Filson have called home since the...

Filson Joins the US Forestry Service

The U.S. Forest Service is divided up into nine specific regions with region 6 being the Pacific Northwest. This is the same location that Filson have called home since the...

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