The Shoot Lunch approaches a very traditional part of the day's sport from every conceivable angle and explains why the lunch break is so important. The author explores the elements for creating that special craic - whether lunch is in a grand and formal dining room of a stately home or a tumbledown barn.

The Shoot Lunch approaches a very traditional part of the day's sport from every conceivable angle and explains why the lunch break is so important. The author explores the elements for creating that special craic - whether lunch is in a grand and formal dining room of a stately home or a tumbledown barn. There's a fascinating history of shooting lunches from Edwardian times with anecdotes and experiences of Guns past and present together with photographs capturing the atmosphere of the lunches and their venues. Delightful watercolour vignettes by Mandy Shepherd the renowned wildlife artist accompany each chapter. The author has included a selection of practical and useful recipes ranging from tasty lunches to 'pocket fillers'. There is something for everyone who has an interest in shooting and relishes the camaraderie of the day.

Jeremy Hobson is well-known as a freelance professional writer and author specialising in all aspects of country living. Born in Yorkshire and now living in France, the journey between has incorporated a long career (over 30 years) in game-keeping/rural estate management, as well as periodic radio broadcasting. His numerous previous titles include The Pigeon Cook; The Rabbit Cook; Successful Smallholding; Running a Shoot; Gundog Training and Gamekeeping: A Guide for Amateur Keepers.