What to consider before buying a pair of wellies

What to consider before buying a pair of wellies

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 28th Feb 2023

Back in the 19th century, wellingtons, gumboots, galoshes or rain boots, (perhaps better known as wellies!), were very popular when out hunting and shooting. Today, they are often seen being wor … read more

Shooting Trousers: A Useful Buying Guide

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 1st Feb 2023

Wearing the right gear (especially a shooting jacket and a pair of shooting trousers) when out and about in the field is vital for your comfort and safety! Buying the perfect shooting and stalking cl … read more
Essential Clothing for Gamekeepers

Essential Clothing for Gamekeepers

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 31st Aug 2022

This guide discusses the following: - History and Duties of the Gamekeeper - The National Gamekeeper Organisation (NGO) - Gamekeeper Attire (shoot days and day-to-day)History of Gamekeeping … read more
What to wear when deer stalking

What to wear when deer stalking

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 5th Feb 2021

Stalking is a term used to describe the hunting and shooting of deer. The principal reasons deer stalking takes place are:  Control of deer and other species population Land maintenance e.g … read more
Hoggs of Fife Albany Tweed Collection

Hoggs of Fife Albany Tweed Collection

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 26th Jun 2018

Hoggs of Fife Albany Tweed Collection (Now discontinued replaced with the Hoggs of Fife Roslin Tweed Jacket) Quality  tweed jackets and accessories for ladies can be difficult to … read more

Shooting Jackets 2016

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 28th Jul 2016

We all know that game shooting can be tough on your shooting clothing – and especially your shooting jacket! Well, this year, you might think that ‘enough is enough’, and you might decide that … read more

Wellington Boots Buying Guide

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 16th Jan 2016

Wellies are often considered essential footwear for anybody working outside or for those enjoying the outdoor environment. Interestingly, wellington boots have gone through many design chan … read more

Hoggs of Fife Mens Shooting Jackets Review

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 1st Dec 2015

With so many different style and brands of shooting jackets available, deciding which Hoggs of Fife shooting jacket to purchase can in fact be quite time consuming, simply because there is so much … read more

Hoggs of Fife Caledonia tweed collection

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 14th Nov 2015

Whether you’re looking for a tweed outfit for your next shooting event, or perhaps a tweed set for wearing about the town, the soft green tweed of our Caledonia collection, from Hoggs of … read more

Game Shooting Gear Checklist

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 4th Nov 2015

Wearing the correct game shooting gear and having the right equipment is essential if you are to enjoy all of your shooting events with comfort. Having the proper ‘kit’ can also help to ensure that … read more

Tree Deep Camouflage Shooting Gear

Posted by Tony Bithell on 28th Oct 2015

New for this Autumn, we have a fantastic collection of Tree Deep camouflage patterns, which are definitely worthy of consideration! Whether out deer  stalking, duck shooting, hunting o … read more

Shooting Jacket Guide For Women

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 30th Sep 2015

Quality, durability and a touch of style are often the key considerations when buying a new women’s shooting jacket. Your personal preference may be to have a jacket that’s made from quali … read more

Beating in tough terrain - what to wear!

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 2nd Sep 2015

Whether you are new to ‘beating’ or well versed with the sport, managing tough terrain can always be difficult. Brambles and thorns can cause havoc and sometimes ruin the whole day! Beating i … read more

Teflon Fabric Protector

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 20th Aug 2015

What is Teflon and why has my clothing been coated in this fabric protector?Many modern outdoor clothing and outdoor equipment products are coated with Teflon. This begs the question: “What … read more

Deer Stalking Essential Equipment Checklist

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 11th Jul 2015

No matter what your deer stalking preferences may be, whether it be roe, red deer or Highland stags, having the right equipment with you is essential to ensure success and, indeed, your saf … read more

Top 30 shooting organisations and associations

Posted by Tony Bithell on 15th Jun 2015

With so much publicity about the shooting industry and with so many regulations and codes of practice that need to be followed, it’s often useful to just make sense of it all! In order to protect … read more

Our handy guide on Fieldsports in the UK

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 9th Jun 2015

Some might say that that fieldsport is all about shooting but whilst this may be the case, the term ‘fieldsports’ does include so many other sports too! Basically, ‘Fieldsports’ can be defined as … read more

How to clean and reproof leather shooting boots

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 31st May 2015

During the shooting season your leather shooting boots work very hard for you, so the way in which you clean, maintain and store them is vital to ensure longevity. It’s all about ensuring you get rea … read more

Wellington Boot Sole Unit Buying Guide

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 15th May 2015

Section 1: Sole Unit When out shooting, dog walking, working or walking, you may find that walking boots or shooting boots are not really suitable due to the tough, rough terrain you are c … read more

Frequently Asked Questions about Wellies

Posted by Tony Bithell on 30th Mar 2015

Wellies FAQBelow are a list of questions that we are asked on a regular basis about our wellies, either in-store or over the telephone.1. Where is it considered ‘acceptable’ to wear wellies?2. My well … read more

A shooting jacket is a man's best friend

Posted by Bethan Bithell on 27th Nov 2014

Shooting is a wide term that relates to the shooting of game birds, clay, or target shooting. According to the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) over a million people in t … read more