The Sporting Lodge Journal

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

Three hikers wearing Fjallraven backpacks trekking through a rocky, moss-covered hillside.

Discover the Beauty Beneath Your Feet: Top 5 Wa...

Embark on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the United Kingdom, where each step unveils a new realm of natural beauty and cultural richness. From coastal paths to rolling...

Discover the Beauty Beneath Your Feet: Top 5 Wa...

Embark on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the United Kingdom, where each step unveils a new realm of natural beauty and cultural richness. From coastal paths to rolling...

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A group of hunters in a field, one in focus holding a shotgun, with others in the background aiming their firearms.

Embracing the Transition: A Shooting Enthusiast...

January marks a pivotal moment for shooting enthusiasts, whether their heart lies on the serene grouse moors or they thrive on the challenge of targeting high-flying pheasants. It's a time...

Embracing the Transition: A Shooting Enthusiast...

January marks a pivotal moment for shooting enthusiasts, whether their heart lies on the serene grouse moors or they thrive on the challenge of targeting high-flying pheasants. It's a time...

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Two people on a mountain peak at sunset forming a heart shape with their hands against an orange sky.

Valentine’s Gift Guide: Barbour, Fjallraven, & ...

Love is in the air, and Valentine's Day is just around the corner! If your significant other has a penchant for the great outdoors and a love for timeless style,...

Valentine’s Gift Guide: Barbour, Fjallraven, & ...

Love is in the air, and Valentine's Day is just around the corner! If your significant other has a penchant for the great outdoors and a love for timeless style,...

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Photographer Brad Matthews captures a lone hiker on a scenic ridge in a verdant landscape. Stunning photography of expansive valleys and rolling hills.

Photographer of the Day: Brad Matthews

Tell us a bit about you and your background: My name’s Brad Matthews and I’m an Adventure & Travel photographer based in the heart of Robin Hood Country, Nottinghamshire. Growing...

Photographer of the Day: Brad Matthews

Tell us a bit about you and your background: My name’s Brad Matthews and I’m an Adventure & Travel photographer based in the heart of Robin Hood Country, Nottinghamshire. Growing...

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Sewing Machine Operator Manufacturing Sunspel Clothing and White Cotton Fabric.

Why Sunspel Use Supima Cotton

Table of Contents Sunspel's Sustainable Commitment Sunspel's Cotton Sourcing History Supima: A Rare Cotton Variety Sunspel's Preference for Traceable Cotton The Role of a Family-Owned Farm Supima's Role in Sunspel's...

Why Sunspel Use Supima Cotton

Table of Contents Sunspel's Sustainable Commitment Sunspel's Cotton Sourcing History Supima: A Rare Cotton Variety Sunspel's Preference for Traceable Cotton The Role of a Family-Owned Farm Supima's Role in Sunspel's...

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Two Barbour Beaufort Wax Jackets Handing on Coat Hangers in an Old Barn

Barbour Beaufort Wax Jacket: 40th Anniversary C...

Remastered with exclusive branding to celebrate its original release in 1983. The Details To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Barbour Beaufort Wax Jacket, a very special limited edition Beaufort...

Barbour Beaufort Wax Jacket: 40th Anniversary C...

Remastered with exclusive branding to celebrate its original release in 1983. The Details To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Barbour Beaufort Wax Jacket, a very special limited edition Beaufort...

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Two Men Walking Through Forest Wearing Shooting Jackets and Protective Clothing, Carrying Rifles in aGun Slip.

Mastering the Art of Layering for Hunting: Unve...

Hunting is a pursuit that demands not only skill and patience but also careful preparation. Among the essential elements of hunting gear, a well-thought-out layering system is often underestimated. In...

Mastering the Art of Layering for Hunting: Unve...

Hunting is a pursuit that demands not only skill and patience but also careful preparation. Among the essential elements of hunting gear, a well-thought-out layering system is often underestimated. In...

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Close-up of a waterproof fabric in teal with water droplets demonstrating PFC-free water repellency.

The Perils of Forever Chemicals (PFCs)

Table of Contents Unveiling the Environmental Menace Understanding PFCs Pervasive Presence Environmental and Health Risks Regulatory Efforts and Alternatives Shop PFC Free Unveiling the Environmental Menace The dangers of PFCs...

The Perils of Forever Chemicals (PFCs)

Table of Contents Unveiling the Environmental Menace Understanding PFCs Pervasive Presence Environmental and Health Risks Regulatory Efforts and Alternatives Shop PFC Free Unveiling the Environmental Menace The dangers of PFCs...

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Promotional image for a "DOG CALENDAR COMPETITION 24" featuring two Springer Spaniels with text "WIN A £100 VOUCHER" on a dark green background.

2024 Dog Calendar Competition

The Sporting Lodge Dog Calendar Competition is back! Send in your favourite photo of your furry friend enjoying the outdoors for a 1 in 12 chance to be featured in...

2024 Dog Calendar Competition

The Sporting Lodge Dog Calendar Competition is back! Send in your favourite photo of your furry friend enjoying the outdoors for a 1 in 12 chance to be featured in...

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