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A day on the River Test
Bob tries a likely spot….. Yes I know this is April, but this is my February Blog, apologies for the delay but I have been sorting my house prior to an attempt to sell it. A weak excuse but the best I can do. So my fishing friend Bob had a generous birthday..
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A horse on the red carpet?
On the 8th January, crowds were delighted with an appearance by one of the horses playing the starring role in Spielberg’s recent critically-acclaimed “War House.” At the star-studded event which included HRH Duke and Duchess of Cambridge , all eyes were on Sultan, one of 14 horses that played Joey in the film. Sultan is a..
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Iain Muir’s Fishing Blog ~ An Introduction
Welcome to my blog on fishing….. Why me? because I was asked! About me….. Iain Muir, Recently aged 60, widowed three years ago, two grown up sons, one still lives with me as he studies as a post grad. We live in West London, a mile or so from the River Thames which I visit..
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CountryWise Review ~ Olympia Horse Show: Puissance 2011
It is a competition of brave riding and brave horses. Arguably the most tension-filled part of the Olympia Horse Show – the Puissance is a test of agility, of power and of courage. Riders have to stay cool, calm and collected whilst the horses have to go all out with power and strength. The centrepiece..
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The British Shooting and CountryMan Show 2012
The British Shooting and CountryMan Show is back for another year! The Premier Event in the UK Shooting Calendar, this event at Newark comprises 160,000 sq ft of Airguns, Rifles, Shotguns and Accessories. The event takes place on the 25th and 26th February 2012 in Newark. We will be there, exhibiting our new CountryWise Protection..
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Steven Spielberg’s “War Horse” Preview
Have a passion and love for horses? Want to see a strong bond and friendship develop between a young boy and his horse? War Horse is a must see! Steven Spielberg’s film adaptation of the great novel ‘Warhorse’ is something not to be missed. Set in the hardships of the First World War, an extraordinary..
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Declining Wildfowl Numbers Cause Concern Among Shooting Organisations
An in-depth reports shows worrying numbers A report published by a group of various organisations comprising the British Trust for Omithology and Natural England and the RSPB reveals a record low in terms of numbers of mallard. This report forms part of the latest State of the UK’s Birds survey. Other findings of similar nature..
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Memory, a three year old filly – bought by the Queen!
A three year old filly part-owned by Elizabeth Hurley named “Memory” has been bought by the Queen for an estimated sum of £500,000. At the Royal stud at Sandringham, Memory will be used for breeding. The purchase comes after an impressive performance at Royal Ascot last year, where she won the Albany Stakes. Trained by..
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