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Duff Hart-Davis, historian, countryman and much-loved journalist at The Sunday Telegraph – obituary
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A dear friend and author who we had the pleasure to work with over many years on several of his books. He will be greatly missed.
Duff Hart-Davis, historian, countryman and much-loved journalist at The Sunday Telegraph – obituary
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2025/07/18/duff-hart-davis-historian-novelist-countryman-journalist/
Looking for a proper countryside read? We have a suggestion!
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Looking for a proper countryside read? Jill Mason’s Everything You Wanted to Know About the Countryside is a brilliant, down-to-earth guide for anyone who loves rural life, whether you're from a farming background or are just curious about it!
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Laurence Catlow - Fieldsports Journal Feature - A fisher who shoots
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Some of us are shooters who fish; others, like respected countryside writer Laurence Catlow, find the deeper pull lies in water, not heather. Here, he reflects on why he is, quite simply, a fisher who shoots. His new book Testament of a Trout Fisher is out now.
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🚜 Down-to-Earth, Witty and Wonderfully Rural: Roger Evans’ Farming Books
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If you've ever dreamed of life on the land - or just love a good story well told - then the writing of Roger Evans is for you. His series of books offers readers a rare and delightful glimpse into the world of British farming, full of charm, honesty, and that unmistakable rural wit.
In Roger Evans’ world, farming is never just about the animals or the fields - it’s about life, laughter, and the stories that bind us all together.
👉 Order direct from Merlin Unwin Books or ask for them at your local bookshop.
A guide to wild medicinal plants in the UK
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A timeless guide by Julie and Matthew Bruton-Seal
In a world that’s moving ever faster, many of us are seeking a return to something more grounded — a life that’s connected to nature, the seasons, and the wisdom of the past. If you've ever wandered a country lane and wondered what secrets the hedgerow holds, then Hedgerow Medicine by Julie and Matthew Bruton-Seal is the book you’ve been waiting for.