Since its founding in 1853, this magazine has seen many generations pass by. However, its philosophy remains unchanged. It keeps sport and country living at its heart.
The Field (or Country Gentleman’s NewspaperThe sports journal () first appeared in 1853, and quickly became the preferred organ of sporting families. Our first correspondent at the Letters page (a prospectus of the publication had been sent to those likely to take the paper) summed up the ‘value proposition’ rather neatly.
‘No native of any part of the globe will go so far, or endure so many hardships for the pursuit of game of any kind as the Englishman. The Englishman’s love of entertaining friends with his adventures in the field, is unsurpassed. And what could be more enjoyable than a fireside, a few friends and some filberts over a glass or two of the best grape juice, and the company of friends? On occasion when the former are not to be had, The Field will supply the place; and when they are to be found I trust that the instruction your paper will contain will be sufficient to recommend it.’
The same ethos guides us today, more than 170-years later. Although generations have passed, our passions remain unchanged. All-rounders are known for their conviviality. The Field You will want to spend time with him. Never a one-trick pony, though we claim a niche, that niche is a rich vein as broad as our readers’ wide interests allow, maintaining sport at its soul and country life at its heart. The magazine is a good friend who you can enjoy a drink by the fire at the end.
This video will take you through The Field‘s long and interesting history with landmark events that we are famous for.
