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Five heartwarming Christmas Cocktails

The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:58:36+00:00

By Steve Faragher We asked our friends to recommend some good cocktails for Christmas, and chef Tim Maddams came back with an encyclopedia (well, three). Squerryes had a recommendation for us, which we’ve tried and tested and found to be most agreeable, and we’ve offered up one of our own favourites… 1. Gin-moncello Tim writes: “OK, this is a flip – I normally make my own Limoncello as a drink for after supper whenever I have lemons and make say curd or whatever, I use the spent lemon husks, combined with sugar and gin and macerate for a day or ...

Five heartwarming Christmas CocktailsThe Game Fair2025-04-02T09:58:36+00:00

Game Fair Top Ten Christmas Gifts 2024

The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:58:28+00:00

It’s always a struggle to find the perfect gift, but our handy Christmas Shopping guide has a range of ideas that come personally recommended by the Game Fair team, exemplifying the quality and craftsmanship we know you value. 1. Membership of Squerryes Cost from £408 (including 12 bottles of Squerryes wine) Membership at Squerryes is more than just a wine club, it's getting a step closer to The Squerryes Estate. As well as members’ rates on multi award winning wine, discounts in the two AA rosette restaurant, the Tasting Bar, Estate Deli and Cellar Door, members also get ...

Game Fair Top Ten Christmas Gifts 2024The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:58:28+00:00

A Boxing Day Tradition, Perfect Canapés and Squerryes Wine

The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:58:19+00:00

By Steve Faragher Boxing Day is steeped in tradition, particularly for those who love the crisp winter air and the timeless camaraderie of the annual hunt meet or shoot. It’s a quintessentially British affair, combining pageantry, community and a dash of indulgence. The tradition harks back to the Victorian era, when Boxing Day marked a day of charity, sport, and festivity and the Boxing Day get together remains a cherished cultural moment, capturing the spirit of a rural Britain rooted in history and ritual. This year, elevate your post-meet celebrations with perfect canapés and the elegant sparkle of Squerryes wine. ...

A Boxing Day Tradition, Perfect Canapés and Squerryes WineThe Game Fair2025-04-02T09:58:19+00:00

Christmas Dog Gift Guide 2024

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:48:45+00:00

By Steve Faragher. DATE*** Christmas in the countryside is a magical time, filled with snow-covered fields, roaring fireplaces, and the warm companionship of our furry best friends. Dogs aren’t just pets—they’re family members, work partners, and loyal guardians of the land and they deserve a little Christmas cheer too. Finding the perfect gift for your hardworking or adventure-loving canine can make this season extra special. Our Dog Christmas Gift Guide is here to inspire you. We've curated thoughtful, high-quality options tailored to rural lifestyles, ensuring both you and your four-legged companion have a tail-wagging holiday. 1. ...

Christmas Dog Gift Guide 2024The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:48:45+00:00

Press coverage of The Game Fair 2024

The Game Fair2024-08-27T13:38:47+00:00

The Game Fair is a keenly awaited annual event by all those who love the countryside. News of exhibitors, activities and events were reported fully in the national press this year. Click image to read full story. The Times The Shetland Pony Grand National is always a popular event and it made it on to the pages of The Times in July! The Times also featured the Game Fair on 23 July in the run-up to the event, with a wonderful photograph of working dogs in front of Blenheim Palace The Game Fair also made it onto the list of ...

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Disabled fly fishers back angling mental health charity

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:19+00:00

The Game Fair 2024 at Blenheim Palace saw angling charities helping each other, as bumper attendances brought visitors in their droves to the Get Into Fishing Village. Each year, angling charities are invited to attend The Game Fair – the festival of the great British countryside – to talk about their work, meet other anglers and, in some cases, sell donated tackle. The English Disabled Fly Fishers (EDFF) once again enjoyed a successful show and, in turn, have donated a percentage of their proceeds, amounting to £290, to one of The Game Fair’s official charities for 2024, Tackling Minds. Tackling Minds ...

Disabled fly fishers back angling mental health charityThe Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:19+00:00

How to build successful holiday lets

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:14+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHej9WrfMJE&t=154s How to diversify your land or farm and build successful holiday cottages, with Karl Taylor of Duchy of Cornwall, Max Richardson from Investec Wealth and Investment (UK), Chris Anderson from Carter Jonas and Ailbhe Palmer from Sykes Cottages

How to build successful holiday letsThe Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:14+00:00

From watercolours to whisky – how to invest in ‘things’

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:25+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reyVQ1t8V9Y Art, sports cars, wine, yachts – if you are planning to spend capital on them, be aware that all of them come with their challenges. Max Richardson from Investec Wealth and Investment (UK), Chris Anderson from Carter Jonas, Freya Simms from LAPADA, Aaron Sparkes from Whisky 1901 and Matthew Hall from Panter & Hall offer their advice on enjoying your chattels and making money at the same time.

From watercolours to whisky – how to invest in ‘things’The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:25+00:00

BFCC Daily Competition Results

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:30+00:00

The distance results are in meters (with the best distance and second best distance recorded in the case of a tie) and accuracy in points scored. JNR = Junior under 18; F = Female; M = Male entrant. (Note the daily accuracy event was different and easier to score in than the Championship event, also the distance outfits for the Championship were more challenging, for example Championship Trout distance was a #5 line whereas the Daily comp was a #7 line.) Friday 26 July Winners Trout Accuracy M - Martyn Cordingley, 50; F - Gilly Bate, 39; JNR - Matt Edgerton, ...

BFCC Daily Competition ResultsThe Game Fair2025-11-10T14:49:30+00:00

Visitors donate over £12,000 to official Game Fair charities in 2024

The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:57:40+00:00

An impressive £12,034 was raised for The Country Food Trust and Tackling Minds, picked as The Game Fair's official charities this year. The donations were made by visitors who donated through the show’s box office and on the charities’ stands during the show. The money will be split evenly between the two charities to help towards their causes. Tackling Minds is a pioneering non-profit charity that uses fishing as therapy to support mental health. Founder, David Lyons said: "We are incredibly grateful for the fantastic support Tackling Minds received at The Game Fair. Thank you to everyone who attended and generously ...

Visitors donate over £12,000 to official Game Fair charities in 2024The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:57:40+00:00

Minority Gundog Breed Challenge: Game Fair Results 2024

The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:57:26+00:00

The Minority Gundog Breed Challenge is in its second year. Retrievers were judged in the morning and spaniels in the afternoon. Retrievers Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: Lisa Murch, Team Captain Curly Coated Retrievers: Sue Margerison, Team Captain Irish Water Spaniels: Judy Hempstead, Team Captain Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers: Sarah Akehurst, Team Captain Results Retrievers Judge Roger Wade. 1st place Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 2nd place Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 3rd place Irish Water Spaniels 4th place Curly Coated Retrievers Highest scoring Retriever: Judy Hempstead with Irish Water Spaniel, ShCh River Forest Irish Eider at Cuvana Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, ...

Minority Gundog Breed Challenge: Game Fair Results 2024The Game Fair2025-04-02T09:57:26+00:00

Miele, Legacy of Quality and Innovation

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:50:51+00:00

Founded in Gütersloh, Germany in 1899 by Carl Miele and Reinhard Zinkann, Miele has grown to become a global leader in premium domestic appliances and commercial equipment. The company’s brand promise of "Immer Besser" (Forever Better) reflects its commitment to quality and innovation. Over the years, Miele has expanded its reach to more than 50 countries with its own subsidiaries, and another 50 through importers, solidifying its presence as a trusted, quality brand worldwide. Diverse, Innovative Product Range Miele offers a wide array of products designed to enhance home and professional environments. Its product line includes kitchen appliances such as ovens, ...

Miele, Legacy of Quality and InnovationThe Game Fair2025-11-10T14:50:51+00:00

The importance of your dog’s food

The Game Fair2024-07-17T17:12:53+00:00

Sponsored content from Mole Valley Farmers Quality is hugely important when it comes to what we feed our pets – your dog’s food is one of the most important factors in their life. Your dog gets most of what their body needs from their food, from the energy needed to keep them active to the incredible array of nutrients that form every tissue and keep every cellular process going through their diet. Using the right food with the right nutritional value is key to your dog’s health. In the UK the quality of your pet's food is subject to nutritional regulation. ...

The importance of your dog’s foodThe Game Fair2024-07-17T17:12:53+00:00

One month to go until The Game Fair 2024

The Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:22+00:00

There's just one month to go until the UK’s largest celebration of the countryside, The Game Fair, descends on the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace, 26 – 28 July! Will you be there to join us for a three-day countryside extravaganza? There is something for everyone at The Game Fair; shooting, gundogs, debates, exhibitors, fine art, archery, fishing, cooking demonstrations, celebrities, camping and glamping, VIP treatment, falconry, hounds – everything and anything related to the countryside is at your fingertips at The Game Fair. If you haven't bought your tickets yet, we are here to persuade you! The Subaru Shooting Line ...

One month to go until The Game Fair 2024The Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:22+00:00

The Great Taste Market at The Game Fair

The Game Fair2025-11-10T14:51:42+00:00

The Great Taste Market is returning to the Game Fair this year, showcasing a curated selection of Great Taste award-winning products, from around the country. Great Taste is the world’s largest food and drink accreditation scheme where every product is judged on taste alone, and the market offers a unique opportunity for food and drink enthusiasts to experience some of the best tasting products. From sumptuous savoury foods and exquisite confectioneries to impressive drinks, the market promises an extraordinary, flavour-filled experience for visitors. You can read The Great Taste book here. Exhibitors include: Gattertop Drinks Co St Nicholas Monemvasia Ltd Le ...

The Great Taste Market at The Game FairThe Game Fair2025-11-10T14:51:42+00:00

Canine eye health testing with The Kennel Club

The Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:23+00:00

Visit The Kennel Club (KC) at The Game Fair to have your dog's eyes tested and talk about other relevant health tests for your breed. Eye testing is really important for all breeds of dog, including working gundogs and it only takes ten minutes so can be completed on the day. BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Testing Appointments available on Friday, July 26th, and Saturday, July 27th for BVA/KC/ISDS eye testing. Benefits of BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme: • Comprehensive assessment: Detect potential eye concerns early, even those not visible in routine checkups. • Responsible breeding: Provides the information you need to make informed breeding decisions ...

Canine eye health testing with The Kennel ClubThe Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:23+00:00

All about The Suffolk Horse (also known as The Suffolk Punch)

The Game Fair2025-11-10T15:00:09+00:00

If you've seen the film 'War Horse' you'll be familiar with the way horses were used in the First World War and The Suffolk Horse was used for pulling guns and heavy supply wagons. The breed is a true icon, always chesnut in colour (this is not a spelling mistake by the way, but the traditional Suffolk spelling of the word). In medieval times oxen were used for farm work. Over the centuries horses took over because a horse collar is more efficient than a yoke for pulling. By the early 1940s farm horses were starting to be replaced by tractors. ...

All about The Suffolk Horse (also known as The Suffolk Punch)The Game Fair2025-11-10T15:00:09+00:00

Mini Landers – another winning experience for kids at The Game Fair

The Game Fair2026-02-26T09:36:41+00:00

What you need to know about Mini Landers at The Game Fair The only disappointing thing about Mini Landers is they aren’t for adults. If you’ve ever dreamed of getting behind the wheel of a Land Rover, this is your little one’s chance to do just that. What are Mini Landers? Mini Landers are half-scale Land Rover replicas, designed especially for young adventurers. Set within a specially created driving course at The Game Fair, children can take the wheel and drive at whatever pace they feel comfortable with — building confidence while having serious fun. Whether they’re steady explorers or enthusiastic ...

Mini Landers – another winning experience for kids at The Game FairThe Game Fair2026-02-26T09:36:41+00:00

Ineos Automotive continues as official 4X4 partner for The Game Fair

The Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:23+00:00

INEOS Automotive continues its role as Official 4X4 Partner for the UK’s most popular countryside shows - The Game Fair, The National Shooting Show and the GWCT Scottish Game Fair, which all take place this summer. The line-up of Grenadier models, including the recently launched Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up and Chassis Cab versions, provides best-in-class off-road capability, durability and reliability to those who depend on a vehicle for work, adventure or leisure, wherever they are in the world. The idea to manufacture a vehicle from scratch was developed in 2017 by INEOS Chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe and some friends in their favourite ...

Ineos Automotive continues as official 4X4 partner for The Game FairThe Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:23+00:00

Viking continue sponsorship at The Scottish Game Fair and The Game Fair upon its return to Blenheim Palace

The Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:23+00:00

This year The Game Fair returns to Blenheim Palace, 26-28 July and is supported once again by the world’s leading exploration company, Viking, as is The GWCT Scottish Game Fair taking place at Scotland’s iconic Scone Palace, 5-7 July. Viking, which was founded in 1997, offers destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes across all seven continents for culturally curious travellers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine. Wendy Atkin-Smith, Managing Director of Viking UK comments, “We have been involved with The Game Fair and The Scottish Game Fair for several years and is a partnership that we are delighted ...

Viking continue sponsorship at The Scottish Game Fair and The Game Fair upon its return to Blenheim PalaceThe Game Fair2024-06-27T11:56:23+00:00

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