The Sporting Lodge Journal

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

Fischers Baslow Hall Luxury Hotel and Gardens

It's All In The Game

As it’s Game season , The Sporting Lodge has been on a regional quick tour to find the best places to hang up our wax jackets and sit down for...

It's All In The Game

As it’s Game season , The Sporting Lodge has been on a regional quick tour to find the best places to hang up our wax jackets and sit down for...

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Couple wearing Barbour Clothing walking down drive with dog on Country Estate

Barbour: An Essential Part of Country Life

Table of Contents The Legacy of Quality Clothing Since 1894 Functionality Meets Style in Barbour’s Countrywear From Tradition to Modernity: The Evolution of Barbour’s Wax Jackets Military-Inspired Styles for Country...

Barbour: An Essential Part of Country Life

Table of Contents The Legacy of Quality Clothing Since 1894 Functionality Meets Style in Barbour’s Countrywear From Tradition to Modernity: The Evolution of Barbour’s Wax Jackets Military-Inspired Styles for Country...

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Hunters in traditional attire walking through a golden field at sunrise during the Glorious Twelfth, the start of the grouse shooting season. Ideal for those seeking classic British hunting experiences.

Country Jottings–The Glorious Twelfth

The British game season is nearly here, as is one of the great shooting traditions unique to rural Britain–The Glorious Twelfth marks the start of the game shooting season, declaring...

Country Jottings–The Glorious Twelfth

The British game season is nearly here, as is one of the great shooting traditions unique to rural Britain–The Glorious Twelfth marks the start of the game shooting season, declaring...

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Brett Davies Clay Pigeon Shooter

Brett Davies: Interview - The Glorious Twelve T...

As well as being one of the Sporting Lodge’s ambassadors Brett Davies is also a full time professional shooting instructor and competitive clay shooter. He has proudly represented Team England...

Brett Davies: Interview - The Glorious Twelve T...

As well as being one of the Sporting Lodge’s ambassadors Brett Davies is also a full time professional shooting instructor and competitive clay shooter. He has proudly represented Team England...

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Marco Pierre White, celebrity chef game shooting with hunting binoculars

Marco Pierre White: Interview

When it comes to the game season there are few people better to talk to than legendary celebrity chef Marco Pierre White. A passionate and enthusiastic lover of outdoor pursuits...

Marco Pierre White: Interview

When it comes to the game season there are few people better to talk to than legendary celebrity chef Marco Pierre White. A passionate and enthusiastic lover of outdoor pursuits...

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Green Chameau Boots

This Chameau Man: Pioneering Boots

On a rainy day in Cherbourg nearly 90 years ago bootmaker Claude Chamot sat down with his customers – a group of hardworking farmers, hunters and fishermen to get some...

This Chameau Man: Pioneering Boots

On a rainy day in Cherbourg nearly 90 years ago bootmaker Claude Chamot sat down with his customers – a group of hardworking farmers, hunters and fishermen to get some...

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Man and Women Wearing Dubarry Jackets

Dubarry of Ireland: West Side Story

 Dubarry’s latest collection showcases the best in luxurious outdoor clothing and footwear. The Dubarry design team find their inspiration for new products from the rugged and dramatic landscapes of Ireland...

Dubarry of Ireland: West Side Story

 Dubarry’s latest collection showcases the best in luxurious outdoor clothing and footwear. The Dubarry design team find their inspiration for new products from the rugged and dramatic landscapes of Ireland...

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Blaser Shooting and Hunting Equipment

Blaser Hunting Clothing and Equipment: Blasing ...

 Active pioneers in shooting, Blaser are a German brand driven by product innovation with over 60 years of experience in the field. With an uncompromising commitment towards quality and precision...

Blaser Hunting Clothing and Equipment: Blasing ...

 Active pioneers in shooting, Blaser are a German brand driven by product innovation with over 60 years of experience in the field. With an uncompromising commitment towards quality and precision...

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Explore Fjallraven apparel, featuring a man standing on a rocky overlook with a picturesque coastal town in Greenland and snowy mountains in the background.

Fjällräven - Greenland Updated

In 1968 a 32-year-old Åke Nordin produced his first Fjallraven jacket. He called it the Greenland Jacket. It was made with his new G-1000 material (“G” standing for Greenland) that...

Fjällräven - Greenland Updated

In 1968 a 32-year-old Åke Nordin produced his first Fjallraven jacket. He called it the Greenland Jacket. It was made with his new G-1000 material (“G” standing for Greenland) that...

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