The Sporting Lodge Journal

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

Person in a plaid shirt and Barbour apron applying Barbour wax to a jacket on a workbench.

How to Clean a Barbour Wax Jacket: A Complete G...

Barbour wax jackets are a popular choice for outdoor wear due to their durable waxed cotton fabric and ability to withstand various weather conditions. However, over time, dirt and grime...

How to Clean a Barbour Wax Jacket: A Complete G...

Barbour wax jackets are a popular choice for outdoor wear due to their durable waxed cotton fabric and ability to withstand various weather conditions. However, over time, dirt and grime...

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5 Men Sitting on Vintage Motorcycles wearing Classic Barbour Wax Jackets

The History of Barbour

Table of Contents Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Barbour Who Owns Barbour? Who Wears Barbour? Which Celebrities Wear Barbour? Is Barbour and Barbour International the Same? Should I...

The History of Barbour

Table of Contents Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Barbour Who Owns Barbour? Who Wears Barbour? Which Celebrities Wear Barbour? Is Barbour and Barbour International the Same? Should I...

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Best Winter Jackets For Extreme Cold

What is the best Winter Jacket? It’s cold out there and it seems like each day, it’s only getting colder. When the leaves have all left the trees and the...

Best Winter Jackets For Extreme Cold

What is the best Winter Jacket? It’s cold out there and it seems like each day, it’s only getting colder. When the leaves have all left the trees and the...

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A Barbour gift box with a knitted hat and scarf set, placed on wrapping paper with scissors nearby, in a festive setting with a Christmas tree in the background.

Get Gifting With Barbour

With the festive season fast approaching, find the perfect gift inspiration from Barbour in our specially curated gift guide to make your Christmas a memorable one. Whether you are shopping...

Get Gifting With Barbour

With the festive season fast approaching, find the perfect gift inspiration from Barbour in our specially curated gift guide to make your Christmas a memorable one. Whether you are shopping...

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Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, sitting at a desk with papers, looking at the camera, in a wooden cabin with a bookshelf in the background.

Earth is now our only shareholder

Patagonia have always been dead serious about saving our home planet—and this week they have put their entire business where their mouth is. Read Founder Yvon Chouinard’s letter below “If...

Earth is now our only shareholder

Patagonia have always been dead serious about saving our home planet—and this week they have put their entire business where their mouth is. Read Founder Yvon Chouinard’s letter below “If...

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Labrador Retriever Dog Calendar Competition

2023 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...

2023 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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Group of hunters in traditional shooting attire with shotguns and game bags walking through a moorland.

The Glorious Twelfth : A Brief History

Table of Contents The early beginnings – 1773 Licenses change the game – 1831 The sport grows in popularity – 1853 The impact of rationing – 1940’s/50s The Glorious Twelfth...

The Glorious Twelfth : A Brief History

Table of Contents The early beginnings – 1773 Licenses change the game – 1831 The sport grows in popularity – 1853 The impact of rationing – 1940’s/50s The Glorious Twelfth...

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Hikers taking part in the Fjallraven Classic wearing Fjallraven protective clothing and backpacks

The Fjällräven Classic

The Fjällräven classic is a trek through nature carrying all you need on your back while Fjällräven themselves take care of all the logistics. From transport to route planning. “It’s...

The Fjällräven Classic

The Fjällräven classic is a trek through nature carrying all you need on your back while Fjällräven themselves take care of all the logistics. From transport to route planning. “It’s...

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Gun cleaning kit with brushes, rods, and cloths in a foam-padded case.

The Importance of Maintaining Your Gun

Following the end of the shooting season, we explain the importance of keeping your kit clean and in top condition. Equally as important as the rules & routines that surround...

The Importance of Maintaining Your Gun

Following the end of the shooting season, we explain the importance of keeping your kit clean and in top condition. Equally as important as the rules & routines that surround...

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