Ensure you are all present and correct this Christmas
So, where do you look for that ideal gift for a loved one who enjoys a country life? Well, here’s a good place to start as we’ve provided a shopfront to display some imaginative and useful presents. From the luxury to the practical, these designs will all enhance a rural life. There’s top shooting kit, such as socks and sunglasses, for friends in the line; a memory-foam dog bed for your companion in the field; a teak carving board for feast days or shoot lunches; a leather log basket for evenings after the action by the fire with a liqueur to enjoy while you reminisce about the day’s sport; or why not buy younger family members a gift voucher to give them a taste of fieldsports? Of course, with so much incredible kit around, you might just want to buy yourself a little treat, too…
ON THE PEG
1 FOR a wide range of ladies’ shooting clothing and country wear, visit On The Peg Clothing. The firm stocks established names as well as independent brands, all of which come with fitting notes to guarantee a good fit. Wish list and gift wrapping are available, too. Pictured are Le Chameau Kevlar hunting boots, Clare Haggas gold and teal scarves, OTP nappa leather lanyards and House of Cheviot ladies’ shooting socks. www.onthepegclothing.co.uk
THE RED DOG COMPANY
2 LUXURY dog beds and accessories, made in Britain using the finest British materials. The memory foam mats (from £95) and beds (from £230), with wool fleece toppers, were designed in conjunction with a vet to provide optimum comfort and joint support. Like the topper, the beautiful wool outer is hard wearing and machine washable. www.thereddogcompany.com
TO M LANE
3 TOM LANE was founded by Jayne Ireland and she runs the business from her family farm in Lincolnshire.
The firm offers a range of luxury socks and knitwear, proudly designed and made in Britain. Specialising in merino and alpaca wool, Tom Lane presents a beautiful range of shooting socks for both men and women. Combining traditional manufacturing techniques with the finest materials, the firm creates timeless products with durability and high performance in mind. www.tomlane.co
THE OXTON LIQUEUR COMPANY
4 THESE delicious, award-winning, handmade liqueurs – including Rhubarb Gin, Christmas Vodka and Bramble Whisky – make perfect festive gifts. They come in a variety of beautiful bottles, ranging from Christmas tree decorations to large hip flasks, all of which can be personalised with a handwritten message of your choice. www.oxtonliqueurs.co.uk
WEST LONDON SHOOTING SCHOOL
5 ENSURE Christmas goes with a bang by giving a gift voucher for the West London Shooting School. It has a wide range of gift vouchers that’ll cater for everyone’s shooting needs. Whether it’s a festive treat for yourself or a gift for a loved one, it’ll provide a Christmas experience that won’t be forgotten. www.shootingschool.co.uk
LIFE OF RILEY
6 CREATE the perfect setting by adorning your fireplace with a stylish leather log basket. Large enough to accommodate an evening’s fuel requirements, it provides smart, practical storage for logs and kindling. Attach a hand-embossed leather luggage tag to create a unique gift to mark a special occasion. www.lifeofrileyonline.co.uk
KOMODOPRO SUNGLASSES
7 WHAT do you buy the man who has everything? Komodopro has the answer: shooting glasses from its new generation of models. The unique voltaic (solar powered) sensor at the front detects light invasion and the lenses compensate automatically, allowing you to shoot directly into the sun. They are quite remarkable and a must-have for game shooting. They cost £185. www.komodopro.com
HAYWARD & STOTT
8 WELCOME in the festive season of roasts and family gatherings with one of Hayward & Stott’s robust teak stag and hind carving boards for your dinner table. The firm designs its outstanding silver products for your table and home to be used, enjoyed and celebrated. www.haywardandstott.com