The Sporting Lodge Journal

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

Phil Raisbeck Wearing Fjallraven Jacket and Kanken Bag

Fjällräven High Coast Wind Jacket Review

Last weekend I got to try the new Fjallraven High Coast Wind Jacket during a trip to the Lake District and here is my review of the product. The jacket...

Fjällräven High Coast Wind Jacket Review

Last weekend I got to try the new Fjallraven High Coast Wind Jacket during a trip to the Lake District and here is my review of the product. The jacket...

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Boker Finest German Knifes

Boker Knives - Fine German Craftsmanship

It was during the early 70s when George MacFarlaine, founder of The Sporting Lodge, was touring Germany and came across Boker knives while searching for fine barrel makers for his...

Boker Knives - Fine German Craftsmanship

It was during the early 70s when George MacFarlaine, founder of The Sporting Lodge, was touring Germany and came across Boker knives while searching for fine barrel makers for his...

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Fjällräven Rucksack pockets include, change pocket, tablet pocket, 2x side pockets & Drinks holder

The Fjällräven Rucksack No. 21 Mini - Little Ge...

The Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Mini is perfect for the young outdoors, and for holidays or travel to school. Inspired by Fjallraven’s earlier backpacks from the 1960s and 1970s, the...

The Fjällräven Rucksack No. 21 Mini - Little Ge...

The Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Mini is perfect for the young outdoors, and for holidays or travel to school. Inspired by Fjallraven’s earlier backpacks from the 1960s and 1970s, the...

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Couple wearing Fjallraven High Coast Clothing

Fjällräven High Coast Collection

The new High Coast collection from Fjallraven has been specially designed for summer active outdoor life. Lightweight, cool and versatile the clothing in Fjällräven’s new product family features jackets, trousers...

Fjällräven High Coast Collection

The new High Coast collection from Fjallraven has been specially designed for summer active outdoor life. Lightweight, cool and versatile the clothing in Fjällräven’s new product family features jackets, trousers...

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Beretta Vintage Years Collection

Beretta Vintage Years - New Collection

The new 2015 Beretta Vintage Years Collection is arriving at The Sporting Lodge over the next few weeks. Only available at a few select retailers worldwide, the Vintage Years collection...

Beretta Vintage Years - New Collection

The new 2015 Beretta Vintage Years Collection is arriving at The Sporting Lodge over the next few weeks. Only available at a few select retailers worldwide, the Vintage Years collection...

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Christmas Country Gifts

What Have You Wished For This Christmas?

It’s nearly that time of year again, are you prepared for the hustle and bustle of the shops, or do you fancy taking a more relaxed approach this year? Here...

What Have You Wished For This Christmas?

It’s nearly that time of year again, are you prepared for the hustle and bustle of the shops, or do you fancy taking a more relaxed approach this year? Here...

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Leica Precision Optics Binoculars

Leica Optics – 100 Years On

In 1849 Carl Kellner founded an Optics Institute in Wetzlar, Germany. In 1869 Ernst Leitz became managing director. He created the name we know now, using the first three letters...

Leica Optics – 100 Years On

In 1849 Carl Kellner founded an Optics Institute in Wetzlar, Germany. In 1869 Ernst Leitz became managing director. He created the name we know now, using the first three letters...

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Schoffel Autumn Winter Collection

Schoffel - 200 Years of Excellence

With a history dating back seven generations to 1804, Schoffel clothing is still a market leader among the shooting and hunting fraternity in the UK. The cornerstone of their continued...

Schoffel - 200 Years of Excellence

With a history dating back seven generations to 1804, Schoffel clothing is still a market leader among the shooting and hunting fraternity in the UK. The cornerstone of their continued...

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Three hunters lying prone on a moor, with one aiming a shotgun, dressed in outdoor clothing associated with Purdey, in a rural landscape.

James Purdey and Sons Celebrate 200 Years of Fi...

At The Sporting Lodge, we’re celebrating Purdey’s successful 200 years of manufacturing. To include you in this special celebration, we’re stocking some very special products designed specifically in limited numbers....

James Purdey and Sons Celebrate 200 Years of Fi...

At The Sporting Lodge, we’re celebrating Purdey’s successful 200 years of manufacturing. To include you in this special celebration, we’re stocking some very special products designed specifically in limited numbers....

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