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ARTICLES on BUCCLEUCH SPORTING

The rich and diverse sporting on offer under the Buccleuch Sportings banner is a subject often sought after by field sports magazine editors.  Below are some of the articles which have been published in recent times.  Click on the PDF file to read the article.

 


Another Lesson Learnt

Another Lesson Learnt
Sporting Shooter - June 2009

Nick Ridley reviews the latest spaniel traning DVDs from David Lisett, Kennel Manager and Gundog Trainer at the Buccleuch Kennel.

 

 

Retrieving History

Retrieving History
Field Sports 2008

With world-class kennels and a dedicated team to save the bloodline, there's great optimism for the Buccleuch labrador, writes James Buzzel

 


Buccleuch Charm

Buccleuch Charm
Shooting Times & Country Magazine 27 March 2008

With state-of-the-art facilities and trainer David Lisett in charge, Chapel Farm has become a jewel in the crown of Buccleuch Estates.  Charlotte Lycett Green reports.

 


New Hope for the Duke's Labradors

New Hope for the Duke's Labradors
Country Illustrated, Anniversary 2006

Two sporting noblemen led the way in establishing our most popular gundog breed.  One of their bloodlines, the Buccleuch, was on the verge of extinction.  Graham Cox tells how the ducal family and a champion field trial trainer are taking up the challenge of restoration.

 


Beauty of Buccleuch

The Beauty of Buccleuch
The Scottish Sporting Gazette - February 2005

Forthcoming to friend and foe, putting conservation before profit, actively encouraging locals and tourists to use the Estates, and playing host to one of the most controversial wildlife experiements of rent times ...Welcome to Buccleuch: James Buzzel

 


Lady and Two Champions

A Lady and Two Champions
Shooting Times & Country Magazine - 14 October 2004

On a day's picking-up with Davy Lisett on the Buccleuch Estate, David Tomlinson meets the bread-winning champion dogs who are relied upon to pick the tricky grouse.

 

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