THE COUNTRY GIRL’S BLOGS

Welcome to our blog posts page, home to an array of informative field to fork recipes, reviews, country fashion advice, introductions to British brands, stories from our fabulous ladies and their fantastic journeys throughout their country pursuits and much more. We want to make this space an educational hub for all those interested in country life. So grab a brew, put your feet up and enjoy hearing from some of our incredible writers x

Would increasing the UK horsemeat industry reduce equine welfare issues?

Written by Verena Bowyer

You may remember when the world was in an uproar because there was horsemeat in a shepherd’s pie once. A household name on our plate. It’s a mix of two… Read more »

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Tips and pitfalls of buying your first gun

Written by Nicki Wakeford

ANNIE GET YOUR GUN!! TIPS AND PITFALLS OF BUYING YOUR FIRST GUN Buying your first gun will be one of the most exciting days of your shooting career! But there… Read more »

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An insight into heather burning

Live by Emma Mather

What really goes on when heather burning? What are the benefits and why is it so necessary for moorland management? These are just some of the burning questions we had… Read more »

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Curing and Hot Smoking Mackerel/Trout

Written By Bod from Vale House Kitchens

There’s something amazing about curing and smoking. I’m always really surprised that people think it is something that’s hard to do when actually the opposite is in fact true. It… Read more »

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A day in the life of a Tree Surgeon

Live by Melissa Molloy

Join Melissa Molloy as she explains and shows us what a day in the life of a tree surgeon entails. Based in the heart of Ireland Melissa, shows us the… Read more »

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A day in the life of a Farm Vet

Live by Sophie Harding

Join Sophie Harding a full-time farm animal vet smashing it on a day-to-day basis to keep farmers producing the best quality products with the highest welfare standards in the world.… Read more »

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A day in the life of a Gamekeeper

Live by Charlotte Burder

Join Charlotte Burder a single-handed keeper paving the way for female gamekeepers on a partridge shoot in Cambridgeshire.

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Pork, Apple & Black Pudding Scotch eggs

Written by Kirsten Smith

Why not liven up classic Scotch eggs with the gorgeous, deep flavor of black pudding and a hint of sweetness from fresh cox apple. This tasty twist on the picnic must-have… Read more »

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Steak, leek & mushroom pie!

Written by Kiri Palmer

I hope you girls all like this recipe as much as I do as it’s a firm favourite in my house! I made this by accident one day when I… Read more »

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Kicking off British Pie Week with a great Game Pie

Written by Tania Coxon

British Pie Week is upon us and it only seems right to celebrate said week with an incredible game pie. On Tania’s top-rated pies are classic Steak & Ale and… Read more »

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