“Escape To The Chateau” stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge will host VIP Enclosure on Sunday 28th July

2024-03-04T12:43:41+00:00

Renowned television personalities and stars of the beloved series "Escape to the Chateau," Dick and Angel Strawbridge will be hosting the VIP enclosure on Sunday 28th July, adding an extra layer of excitement, culinary expertise and crafting know-how. As the special guests of chef James Martin, Dick and Angel will host the VIP enclosure, alongside James, creating a unique and immersive experience for attendees and an exclusive opportunity to mingle with the stars, whilst indulging in some fine cuisine prepared by Dick and James in luxurious surroundings. Distinctive style Known for their passion for restoration, food, craft, hospitality and events, the ...

“Escape To The Chateau” stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge will host VIP Enclosure on Sunday 28th July2024-03-04T12:43:41+00:00

Glamping at The Game Fair: are these two our top glamping fans?

2024-02-19T10:09:54+00:00

Emma Crosland and her partner Simon LOVE glamping at The Game Fair. So much so that this year they bought tickets within 20 minutes of the glamping going live! We talked to Emma to ask her why she and Simon are such fans. Here's what she told us. "Last year we booked to go to The Game Fair for just one day but we ended up loving it so much, we bought tickets for all the remaining days! "This year we were keen to book glamping at the earliest opportunity and bring our gundogs along, so we were very excited when ...

Glamping at The Game Fair: are these two our top glamping fans?2024-02-19T10:09:54+00:00

Complimentary entry for BASC members to The Game Fair

2024-02-12T11:12:45+00:00

Once again, BASC members will enjoy complimentary entry to The Game Fair this summer. They will also be able to purchase guest tickets at a discounted rate. (Game Fair tickets can be claimed here.) The good news continues, as this partnership between BASC and The Game Fair has now been extended until 2027. The Game Fair champions rural issues, including conservation, education and awareness and the collaboration with the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) highlights this. BASC membership brings many benefits. Credit: Mark Ridley, TSI Photography Reassuring For those active in the field, a BASC membership is ...

Complimentary entry for BASC members to The Game Fair2024-02-12T11:12:45+00:00

Six reasons to date somebody who shoots, fishes, loves dogs and the countryside

2024-01-30T11:56:21+00:00

Outdoorsy, reasonably athletic, a fresh healthy complexion, patient, energetic, dog-loving and well-dressed when the occasion merits - fieldsports fans have a lot to recommend them, particularly if you're looking for a partner. So with Valentine's Day fast approaching, we asked a few country sorts why they would recommend dating a fieldsports type. Here's what they said: Foodies Will Pocklington, of Schöffel Country and Le Chameau advised: “Country types are well placed to source a range of wild foods – from venison and pigeon to wild garlic and puffballs.” Louisa Clutterbuck, CEO of Eat Wild says: “Date a good Shot and you’ll ...

Six reasons to date somebody who shoots, fishes, loves dogs and the countryside2024-01-30T11:56:21+00:00

Our official charities: Tackling Minds and The Country Food Trust

2024-01-30T10:45:08+00:00

The Game Fair is strongly supported by those who live and work in the countryside and who are involved in the rural way of life. We are keen to give something back to this community and so have chosen two official charities to support: Tackling Minds and The Country Food Trust. James Gower, Managing Director of Stable Events, organiser of the The Game Fair, comments: “Joining forces with The Country Food Trust and Tackling Minds made sense to us as The Game Fair attracts a huge range of people who are passionate about countryside issues and supporting associated charities. We look ...

Our official charities: Tackling Minds and The Country Food Trust2024-01-30T10:45:08+00:00

How I won best-dressed on Ladies’ Day at the Game Fair in 2023

2024-01-24T09:29:11+00:00

Who doesn't like to be complimented on their personal style and the way they dress? Last year Charlotte Hallett scooped the top prize on Ladies Day at The Game Fair when she was nominated as a style icon for the day. But how did she do it? How did she stand out from all the other well-dressed ladies attending? We caught up with Charlotte and asked her to share her style secrets. "When the judges announced I had won first place I was shocked and ecstatic. I was not expecting to win at all. After seeing all the other fabulous ladies ...

How I won best-dressed on Ladies’ Day at the Game Fair in 20232024-01-24T09:29:11+00:00

Wild venison and game now on the menu at nurseries

2023-12-22T15:15:00+00:00

Back in 2005 Jamie Oliver initiated a campaign originally called "Feed Me Better" to move British schoolchildren towards eating healthy foods. With game and venison being the nutritionally excellent options they are, they definitely fit the bill. And now this wild meat is being offered at nurseries in Dorset and Hampshire. The move has come about thanks to the work of Eat Wild, the development board for all wild meat in the UK and delicious wild meat meals are being served to children at Tops Nurseries, three times a week.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by ...

Wild venison and game now on the menu at nurseries2023-12-22T15:15:00+00:00

Looking for a new role? Sales assistant and shooting instructor needed in Oxfordshire

2023-12-20T15:50:28+00:00

Fancy a change for 2024? Are you a qualified shooting instructor? Do you have experience in sales? The Oxford Gun Company is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the team to grow the business across sales and other activities. Requirements The successful applicant will have a good understanding of country sports including; guns, clothing, shooting products and will have experience running clay and game shoots, across different disciplines. Responsibilities • Selling within our shop, including sales of clothing, accessories and guns. • Handling customer enquiries, both in person and on phone/email. • Shooting instruction • Working on the shooting grounds ...

Looking for a new role? Sales assistant and shooting instructor needed in Oxfordshire2023-12-20T15:50:28+00:00

The first-ever Game Fair in 1958. What’s changed? What’s stayed the same?

2023-12-18T18:02:39+00:00

In 1958 Harold Macmillan was Prime Minister, the first Paddington Bear book was published, the parking meter was launched and the first-ever Game Fair was held at Stetchworth Park, Newmarket. If you'd been a member of the CLA (Country Landowners' Association), entry to the Game Fair would have been free, otherwise adults would have paid 2/6,  children under 14,  1/3. You'd have paid 5/- to park your car if you had one, but in any case the Eastern Counties Omnibus Company was running special buses from Newmarket. Useful facilities included a mobile post office with a public coin box. Trade stands ...

The first-ever Game Fair in 1958. What’s changed? What’s stayed the same?2023-12-18T18:02:39+00:00

10 Christmas gifts for Game Fair fans

2023-12-15T16:50:12+00:00

Done your Christmas shopping yet? Fear not, here's a list of comprehensive ideas to help you along, with gifts you can buy now from the comfort of your armchair. All have been chosen to have special appeal to the type of people who love attending The Game Fair. 1. For the equestrienne/dog walker/gardener A waxed cotton, handmade riding or walking skirt from Nouvelle Habit (shown above). An elegant and comfortable alternative to waterproof trousers, these skirts will keep the wearer warm, dry and looking chic. Gift vouchers from £50. 2. For the country girl who loves the classics. How about a ...

10 Christmas gifts for Game Fair fans2023-12-15T16:50:12+00:00

Protect yourself against rural fuel theft

2023-12-08T09:25:52+00:00

With rising fuel prices, thieves are targeting rural properties and businesses for valuable oil. A 1,000-litre tank can be drained within minutes and a tank that’s not properly protected will make an easy target for thieves looking to make some quick money. Fuel thieves traditionally target farms during the longer winter nights as the extended cover of darkness gives them more opportunities to get away with the theft unnoticed. These criminals often use just a basic tube to siphon away the fuel but more sophisticated apparatuses – such as pumping systems – have been reported by police. With some tanks costing ...

Protect yourself against rural fuel theft2023-12-08T09:25:52+00:00

How much farmland covers the UK?

2023-12-08T09:28:07+00:00

The Amazon show "Clarkson's Farm" has proven a hit with the general public. Series three is about to hit our screens and it has just been announced that a series four has been commissioned. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prime Video UK & IE (@primevideouk) Farming as it really is In addition to the general public, farmers themselves have applauded the TV series for showing farming as it really is. Farmer and author James Rebanks has been quoted as saying that Clarkson has “done more for farmers in one series of Clarkson’s Farm than Countryfile achieved in 30 ...

How much farmland covers the UK?2023-12-08T09:28:07+00:00

What people LOVE about The Game Fair

2023-12-05T13:32:57+00:00

We asked a group of people why they come to The Game Fair and what they particularly like about it. Here's what they said. Anything sound familiar? "Catching up with friends" We talked to somebody who's being coming to the Game Fair for over 20 years and he said it was the perfect place to meet up with friends he'd been at agricultural college with. He said: "We're all so busy throughout the year, it's hard enough to get to speak, let alone meet up in person but the Game Fair is the one date that is sacrosanct. We all block ...

What people LOVE about The Game Fair2023-12-05T13:32:57+00:00

The Royal Mint set to sponsor the LAPADA Pavilion at The Game Fair

2023-04-20T16:18:03+00:00

The Royal Mint, the UK’s oldest company and official maker of British coins, will be sponsoring the LAPADA Pavilion at The Game Fair this summer. Promising to be an unforgettable celebration of the British countryside, this year’s event takes place from Friday 28 July to Sunday 30 July in the stunning surroundings of Ragley Hall in Warwickshire. The LAPADA Pavilion will showcase a stunning collection of antiques, art, and design from some of the world's leading dealers. A popular attraction at the event since its addition in 2021,the LAPADA Pavilion offers visitors the chance to browse ...

The Royal Mint set to sponsor the LAPADA Pavilion at The Game Fair2023-04-20T16:18:03+00:00

Sporting Saint signals intent with dog whistles

2023-04-06T11:02:49+00:00

Gundog training expert Sporting Saint is one of a very select band of distributors for the new ACME Alpha dog whistle. ACME are widely regarded as the makers of some of the finest dog whistles in the world and the Alpha has been developed over four years, in collaboration with world champion trainers. The patented sound chamber is said to offer a more efficient use of air, meaning a brighter sounds which results in better command and a more responsive dog, both close-to and over distance. These all-new designs are effortless to blow and, because of ...

Sporting Saint signals intent with dog whistles2023-04-06T11:02:49+00:00

Fight a big fish with Shimano

2023-03-30T10:38:57+00:00

Tackle giant Shimano will be giving anglers the chance to put their wits against some seriously big fish at the Get Into Fishing area at The Game Fair this summer. Visitors to the lakeside setting at Ragley Hall will not only be able to see some of Shimano’s cool rods and reels but will also have the chance to try out its amazing fishing simulator and battle it out with their choice of fish using Shimano kit. Shimano ambassadors will also be on hand throughout the weekend on the firm’s fully kitted out trailer to offer ...

Fight a big fish with Shimano2023-03-30T10:38:57+00:00

Eat Game Awards winners crowned in London

2023-03-30T10:11:09+00:00

This year’s (2023) Eat Game Awards winners have been crowned at a glittering dinner and ceremony in London. The awards marked the culmination of a national search to find businesses and individuals championing the use of British wild game. More than 11,000 votes were cast by the public, with the shortlisted businesses and individuals in each category going forward to be reviewed by a panel of expert judges. The awards are organised and run by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation’s (BASC) Eat Game initiative, which promotes the nutrition, taste and sustainability benefits of British wild game. ...

Eat Game Awards winners crowned in London2023-03-30T10:11:09+00:00

Apply now for Castaway cancer event

2023-03-30T09:57:31+00:00

The first Castaway fishing and support event of 2023 has been scheduled and men who have experienced prostrate cancer are being invited to take part. Led by world renowned fly fisherman and Game Fair favourite Charles Jardine and delivered by the Fishing for Schools coaches, the event will take place at the Sportfish Game Fishing Centre at Theale near Reading on Sunday, June 11th. The first event of the year is open to men who have experienced prostate cancer and will offer an introduction to fishing and the wellbeing benefits of the countryside, in a fun and supportive ...

Apply now for Castaway cancer event2023-03-30T09:57:31+00:00

GWCT forms partnership with country store Farlows

2023-03-24T11:46:32+00:00

A partnership between top outdoor retailer Farlows and the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust will see members enjoying discounts plus great prizes in some of the organisation’s events. Farlows will offer GWCT members an exclusive 10 per cent discount to use online at Farlows.co.uk on full-price products. In addition the company will be offering prizes for two of the trust’s integral events – a shooting vest for its London Clay Day on June 8th and a £100 voucher and out-of-hours shopping experience in Farlows’ prestigious Pall Mall flagship store for the Annual London Ball on November ...

GWCT forms partnership with country store Farlows2023-03-24T11:46:32+00:00

Ensuring a top dog photography experience

2023-03-24T11:21:13+00:00

Capturing the best image of our dogs is always difficult but help is at hand through expert dog photographer Heather Woodward. In advance of her appearance at this year’s Game Fair at Ragley Hall, Trade News caught up with Heather to find out more about her specialist business. TGF: This sounds like an amazing job. How and why did you get started? Heather: It really is! I was completely blown away by a Canadian photographer who was using their photography talent to highlight rescue dogs in need of homes, that’s when I realised it was a ...

Ensuring a top dog photography experience2023-03-24T11:21:13+00:00
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