Countryside Audio and Visual

Riding the Shire Horse

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:39:41 +0000 GMT

This film looks at the exciting new use for the Shire Horse.Introduced by John Ward Consultant to the Shire Horse Society we visit Elspeth Ross from Waldburg Shires who was the leading figure into riding the Shire Horse in this country.Elspeth uses her shires for the Lords Mayor Show and also for sh...

The Hunting Horn Hunting Songs C.D.

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:23:52 +0000 GMT

The hunting horn hunting songs CDThis audio CD contains 12 original hunting songs performed by quotSouth of the Borderquot. The Hunting Horn Country Sports England at its Best Captain Ronnie Wallace Hampshire Hunts Shropshire Hunts Fell Magic Heaven Scent Irish Hunting M...

The Red Deer Rut in Scotland

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:20:27 +0000 GMT

During the Autumn the mountains and glens of Scotland echo to the sound of the Red Deer Stags roaring during the rutting season. Captured on this 40 minute film is the nonstop activity and excitement of the rut including the amazing different sizes of the stag antlers depicting their age and statu...

Working Horses of Harbridge Farm

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:11:17 +0000 GMT

In this 90 minute film we look at eleven different topics that the horses of Harbridge Farm took part in during the last two years including annual farm work competitions and charity events.Available on DVD...

Working horses in My Blood

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:04:21 +0000 GMT

Working horses in my blood with Robert SampsonThe Sampson Family have been established at Harbridge Farm on the edge of the New Forest since 1882.In the 1950's and 60's when many farms gave up the working horse for the tractor the Sampsons continued their faith in the working horse.Robert Sampson is...

Rabbiting

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:01:05 +0000 GMT

Rabbiting Just some of the methodsMany countrymen have at some time in their life enjoyed the sport of rabbiting.In this film we discover one of the oldest known methods longnetting. Mick Mansbridge has been rabbiting for over forty years many of which have been on a professional basis. Mick shar...

Rabbit Catching Professional

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:57:53 +0000 GMT

Professional rabbit catching with Mick MansbridgeIn today's modern hightech computer world there is still a need in the countryside for the old traditional established and recognised methods for controlling the wild rabbit population.Mick Mansbridge joins his proteacutegeacute Edward Cook who is a p...

Rabbit Control

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:52:11 +0000 GMT

Rabbit Control with Mick Mansbridge and Ed CookAs a full time rabbit controller Ed Cook and his tutor Mick Mansbridge have experienced many different and difficult situations for their work. In this video their task is to clear a rabbit problem from a vast quarry site. The methods they use include l...

King039s Troop Royal Horse Artillery

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:47:01 +0000 GMT

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery Into the MillenniumThe King's Troop RHA were named at the express wish of King George VI on 24th October 1947. Prior to this they were known as The Riding Troop. The St John's Wood Barracks in London where the King's Troop are based has been occupied by an a...

Jack Russell Terrier Club

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:42:40 +0000 GMT

Jack Russell Terrier Club of GB 25th Anniversary weekendJack Russell Terriers are a breed of working terrier who take their name from the Reverend John Russell who bred one of the finest strains of working fox terriers in Devonshire in the mid to late 1800's.To celebrate its 25th Anniversary The Jac...

The Brewery and Cider Horse

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:37:08 +0000 GMT

For generations the heavy horse has been used for daily work in the brewery and cider making industry.This 90 minute film discovers the different companies whi in the 21st century still have a daily use for their heavy horses in delivering products and internal work. They also use these horses for ...

Ferrets for Beginners

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:36:09 +0000 GMT

A Beginner's Guide to FerretingWhen Mark Holmes started keeping ferrets and ferreting for rabbits he found that there was very little helpful information available for people like himself starting out. As a result he joined Tom Sturgess and his ferreting team to produce this film aimed at those jus...

Ferrets

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:13:12 +0000 GMT

The care of ferretsFor centuries the ferret has been used to help man catch rabbits. Most of this time it was in no way respected for its work. Today with well established clubs and societies for the ferret many are in fact just kept as pets and it has at last gained the respect it deserves.With t...

Beekeeping

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:06:38 +0000 GMT

Beekeeping for beginners and old hands with John FurzeyThe public today are becoming increasingly more and more interested in the countryside and its many facets. This would certainly include the fascinating world of the honey bee.John Furzey started working on the commercial bee farm of A W Gale o...

Ratting with terriers

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:03:42 +0000 GMT

With the end of the shooting season many game covers are cut leaving areas of land full of rats who have thrived on good feeding and plenty of cover. It is at this stage when ratting packs which consist of individuals and their terriers get together at weekends to take part in this important job of ...

An English Gamekeeper

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:58:25 +0000 GMT

A year with an English gamekeeperThe Englefield Estate is based in the west of the county of Berkshire. It is typical of an English estate. It has around 14000 acres being a mixture of deciduous woodland old parkland arable amp dairy farms.In this film we follow a year with Head Keeper Wavell Wilson...

The Magic of Exmoor

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:50:44 +0000 GMT

Follow the Magic of Exmoor in this video which looks at a typical year in the life of this unique part of England.Narration has been undertaken by Mike Leach Head Ranger of the Exmoor National Park and Derek Sparks Local Farmer. Both Mike and Derek have lived on Exmoor all their lives.Film durati...

The Exmoor Foxhounds

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:47:32 +0000 GMT

A season with the Exmoor FoxhoundsStewart Guy spends a season filming the normal activities of one of our most prestigious packs of foxhounds in England.Sequences include Puppy walker hound exercise and feeding puppy and hound show point to point autumn and regular hunting.Commentary by the late Cap...

Hound Standards

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:44:56 +0000 GMT

Hound Standards with Captain R.E. Wallace MFHThere are over 200 different packs of Foxhounds and Harriers in Great Britain today. Many packs were established hundreds of years ago. In most cases they have been bred to suit the requirements of their individual type of county.This film looks at six ...

The Belvoir

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:35:09 +0000 GMT

Hunting into the Millennium with the Belvoir a season with the Duke of Rutland's HoundsThe Belvoir one of England's outstanding packs of Old English Foxhounds is situated in the famous hunting Shires. From September to March the hounds are out hunting four days a week.This film shows a typical sea...

Hunting Horn Calls C.D

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:23:54 +0000 GMT

Hunting Horn Calls amp Hunting with the Fitzwilliam HuntA double c.d. is now available which looks at the significant role of the hunting horn in the hunting field and includes all recognised calls with a detailed explanation of each one. Also included is hunting with the Fitzwilliam hunt....

The Hunting Horn Hunting Horn Calls

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:19:25 +0000 GMT

The Hunting Horn It's History and Use TodayIncluded in this film is the manufacturing of the different types sizes and tones of hunting horns that are available. Examples and descriptions of the different horns are given together with the recognised calls that are used in the hunting field today.A...

Beagling in Britain

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:15:17 +0000 GMT

This hunting film looks at 5 packs of beagles from different locations showing very different hunting conditions. It includes exciting hunting action which attracts all types of people who follow on foot and can see much of the action which takes place in the outstanding beauty of the countryside.T...

The Red Deer of Exmoor and the Devon and Somerset Staghounds

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:10:08 +0000 GMT

The Deer This film includes newly born calves stags in velvet the rut severe weather conditions endured by the deer the casting of antlers plus much more.The Hunt The Puppy Show Autumn Stag Hunting Hind Hunting Whist Drives Spring Stag Hunting and the Point to Point...

Foxhunting in Shropshire

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:06:35 +0000 GMT

Shropshire has some famous hunts within its boundaries hunting over some very different types of terrain. From flat arable farm land in the North to some very steep and rugged hills in the South West. Add to this the famous dingles and you have a very special and exciting hunting country.The five ...

Foxhunting with the Six Fell Packs

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:06 +0000 GMT

One of England's most famous fox hunting areas is the Lake District and the Cumbrian Fells. It is here that the Six Fell Packs have their own very famous history and traditions. This video discovers the many fascinating and unusual aspects that stands them apart from other areas.Enjoy some amazing...

Foxhunting in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:59:09 +0000 GMT

Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has its own very keenly supported hunts over some of England's finest countryside.This film looks at five of the outstanding hunts and discovers how each pack has its own very distinctive type of hunt country and style of hunting.Hunts included on this film The Vine ...

Hunting in Wales Volume Two

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:53:34 +0000 GMT

In this volume 2 of Hunting in Wales we look at six different packs showing fox hunting and beagling in their varied and different hunting country.The packs featured in this film in order of appearance areThe Irfon amp TywiThe Radnor amp West HerefordshireThe Glyn Celyn BeaglesThe Sennybridge Farmer...

Hunting in Wales Volume One

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:36:08 +0000 GMT

In this film which is the first volume of Hunting in Wales we look at six different packs in different areas showing the wide contrast of Welsh Countryside. At once you can see why hunt supporters from all over the world travel to see hunting at its best.The packs featured in this film in order of a...

Hunting in the Borders

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:56:02 +0000 GMT

The Borders are one of Britains most remote and highest areas with rolling hills as far as the eye can see. Steeped in history the landscape runs down to the North Sea coast and it also contains the main artery of the transport system linking England and Scotland. It is here that we find one of the ...

Hunting in North America with the Iroquois Hunt

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:53:02 +0000 GMT

Hunting with hounds is conducted in many parts of the world. America is one of the mostprestigious hunting countries. In this video we visit one of Americas most famous hunts The Iroquois based in Lexington Kentucky.With the influx of the coyote into their hunt country and the decline of the fox in ...

Hunting in Dorset

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:47:56 +0000 GMT

Hunting in Dorset is famous for its vale country including it's thorn hedges small coverts along with its many areas of undulating natural beauty. It requires fit hounds horses and riders to see the end of an action packed hunting day. With an ample supply of hares and a good viewing country it make...

Hunting in Wiltshire

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:43:48 +0000 GMT

Wiltshire is known as the Gateway to the West Country and is famous as an area of great diversity with much of the land designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Hunting in Wiltshire covers land from the rolling chalk hills to the good scenting conditions of the dairy grasslands. The famo...

Exmoor Hunting Heaven

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:39:03 +0000 GMT

A short DVD of the song from the film Stag Hunting with the Devon amp Somerset Staghounds. It is an 8 minute song with matching pictures that has been specifically written for the film by Tony Renney Sung by Steve Falcon and musical production by The Music Farm....

Stag Hunting with the Devon amp Somerset Staghounds

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:36:18 +0000 GMT

Since the 1750's Stag Hunting has taken place on Exmoor. Today 250 years later Exmoor has one of the finest herds of Red Deer in the world and the support by mounted riders and foot followers has never been stronger.In this video enjoy watching the Devon amp Somerset pack of Staghounds Autumn Huntin...

The Last Furrow

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:21:27 +0000 GMT

With Jim ElliottToday in the 21st century the need to use the horse for ploughing has been superseded by the tractor. However there is still a loyal band of country folk keen to keep this rural way of life alive and each Autumn ploughing matches take place the length and breadth of Great Britain.Lea...

Working Retrievers

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:17:21 +0000 GMT

Presented by Vilendal GundogsThis film on working gundogs looks at how Henrik amp Lena choose a puppy the training of their dogs picking up working tests and field trials.Also featured in this filmRoyal Headkeeper and Panel A Judge John StubbsProfessional Gundog trainer and Panel A Judge Alan Thor...

Life with a Highland Keeper Volume 1

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:15:18 +0000 GMT

Spring and Summer Some of the remotest and unspoilt parts of Great Britain is the home and work place of Jimmy Irvine head keeper on the Glenmazeran Estate situated in the Monadhliath Mountains near the source of the river Findhorn in the Highlands of Scotland.In this film we follow Jimmy and his st...

Life with a Highland Keeper Volume 2

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:11:40 +0000 GMT

Autumn and WinterIn this film we rejoin Jimmy Irvine in the autumn winter and early spring on the Glenmazeran Estate situated in the Monadhliath Mountains in the Highlands of Scotland. Jimmy will be busy in all weather conditions with visitors arriving from far and wide to fish for the salmon and to...

Hunting with the Zetland

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:08:58 +0000 GMT

This film was captured by Yorkshire Dales man Willie Metcalfe before the ban was brought into force in 2005.With the threat of a ban hanging over hunting Willie who also puppy walks for the Zetland hunt decided to record some of the action on film before it was gone forever.Duration 60 minutes...

Hunting in Ireland volume 2

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:04:25 +0000 GMT

MunsterIn this 90 minute film we take our second visit to Ireland to discover their unique ways of hunting in the province of Munster. The County Limerick Foxhounds The Pallaskenry Beagles The Scarteen The Black and Tans The Limerick Harriers The West Waterford The Duhallow Foxhou...

Hunting in Ireland volume 1

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:02:07 +0000 GMT

LeinsterHunting in Ireland has been established since the 1600s with some very famous packs. Enthusiasts from all over the world travel to Ireland to enjoy exciting hunting action which includes their famous banks and drains requiring brave rider and horse. This film looks at the following packs in ...

A Tribute to Pritch Bland

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:58:37 +0000 GMT

Late Huntsman of the Melbreak Foxhounds Countryside Audio amp Visual are pleased to release a 21 minute tribute to Pritch Brand.Available on either DVD or video at a cost of pound10.00 pound2.00 postage and packing with profits from these sales to go to the Melbreak Foxhounds....

The National Shire Horse Show

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:53:41 +0000 GMT

The official National Shire Horse Show film is available for each year since 1995. The only year not recorded because of foot and mouth is 2001.This film captures captures the In Hand Turnout and Harness classes plus highlights from this annual two and a half day show.This is a 60 minute film.Please...

The Countryman

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:51:22 +0000 GMT

In this first film Jon shares with us his knowledge of the countryside. Enjoy an hour watching some of our old country crafts being carried out while Jon explains about some of the different activities he undertakes including Trapping Rabbiting Mole Catching Stick Making Net MakingDurati...

The Wessex Way

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:47:51 +0000 GMT

This film was produced to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Wessex Heavy Horse Society Show. This 90 minute film gives an insight into the Wessex Heavy Horse Society and its member and looks at the different activities that took place throughout the year. A must for all heavy horse enthusiasts...

Roe Calling DVD

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:44:43 +0000 GMT

with Richard Prior and Paul TaylorThe art of calling Roe Deer is used during the rutting season. Many calls have been developed over the years.In this 60 minute film world expert Richard Prior and Deer Management Consultant Paul Taylor use four different calls to great effect.Filmed during the Augu...

Roe Calling CD

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:39:05 +0000 GMT

with Richard PriorCalling a Roebuck in the rut can be thrilling or totally disappointing. This CD made by Richard Prior for Countryside Audio and Visual tells you how to succeed when and where to call the calls to use and the best sequence to produce for the best results. Richard Prior is the forem...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 7

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:36:39 +0000 GMT

Mr. amp Mrs. Geoff KirklandOne of Englands top ambassadors in the sport of pigeon racing is Geoff Kirkland. With eleven national wins to his credit to date his performances are outstanding.Today together with his wife Barbara these modest fanciers continue to win at all distances at the highest leve...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 6

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:22:06 +0000 GMT

R amp J Goddard amp Son of ReadingOne of the most consistent flyers in Great Britain with only a small team of racing pigeons is David Goddard of Reading.Others can only dream of the success which he has achieved at the longest races and he is admired by all long distance fanciers. Winning numerous ...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 5

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:20:05 +0000 GMT

Mark Gilbert of WindsorAlthough only a young man Mark Gilbert has already established himself as one of Britain's top international flyers. His many successes include winning an outstanding 1st NFC and 1st International Dax against the very best European pigeon fanciers.In this film Mark talks frank...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 4

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:18:27 +0000 GMT

R amp B Smith of BurtonwoodR amp B Smith have been partners since 1971 following the death of their father.From the first race to the last Bob and Brian's name can be seen at the top of the final race results.Keen members of the Lancashire Social Circle they strive to improve the image and standing ...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 3

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:16:33 +0000 GMT

Frank PerryWith only a very small loft and garden Frank Perry is an outstanding long distance flyer nationally and internationally keeping pigeons all his life.He has flown very successfully with many achievements on both the north and south road.In this film he explains his methods of breeding tr...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 2

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:36:56 +0000 GMT

Bill IshmaelA name forever linked to the history of pigeon racing in Great Britain is the Kenyon Black Pieds.Bill Ishmaels family have kept this strain from the very beginning and Bill has flown long distance very successfully all his life.Spend 90 minutes with this gentleman of the sport as he expl...

Legends of Long Distance Pigeon Racing volume 1

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:32:37 +0000 GMT

John PuddephattA name envied in Pigeon Racing for generations is John Puddephatt and his family. Racing since 1949 records prove he has been one of the most consistent flyers at top level including the National Flying Club flying with only a very small team.Enjoy over two hours of John sharing with...

Plaiting the Heavy Horse for Showing

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:29:59 +0000 GMT

Many aspects combine to create success in the show ring but the preparation is paramount whether participating in harness classes or in hand.One of the oldest crafts associated with this and regarded by many as an art is plaiting.In this 30 minute film leading expert John Peacock of Lingwood Shire p...

Beginner039s Guide to Heavy Horses

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:11:14 +0000 GMT

If you are thinking of keeping a Heavy Horse for the first time or need some help this film gives a step by step approach to many of the basic procedures involved.Included in this 60 minute film are different breeds grooming stable management long reining foot care harnessing and working to tyre put...

Life with the Red Deer of Exmoor

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:07:10 +0000 GMT

The Red Deer is Britain's largest mammal and has been established on Exmoor for hundreds of years. Each year thousands of visitors arrive hoping to catch a glimpse of these magnificent animals. In this 60 minute film we follow a typical year in the life of these deer....

Sika Deer in Dorset

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:02:48 +0000 GMT

With Paul TaylorFor over a century there has been a thriving herd of Sika Deer in the Purbeck area of Dorset.Paul Taylor has been closely involved with these and other species of deer for most of his life.Today with his wife Bryony they manage and stalk a large area in East Dorset. Paul is also a pr...

Working Horses in Horticulture

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:00:11 +0000 GMT

With Brian CavendishSkye Grove Organics have established their market garden business in Cornwall by using only heavy horses for their work.Brian Cavendish and Kevin Austin are proving that in today's high tech world there is still a very important role for heavy horses.In this film we see their spr...

Training Shooting Dogs

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:58:32 +0000 GMT

... the Chris Green WayChris Green has worked as a gamekeeper for 27 years. For 21 of these he has worked on the prestige Conholt shooting estate.He has also organised the running of the days Cocker and Springer Championships on two occasions. Chriss experience with gun dogs spans an amazing 40 year...

Ramsdell 10 Years On

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:10:38 +0000 GMT

This film follows a year in the life of Ramsdell and the surrounding area. It includes the pictures of the heavy snow in January followed by spring summer and autumn activities with visits to the Priory School Monk Sherborne Horticultural show amp a charity cricket match.We meet many of the resident...

A Year with the British Barcelona Club 2010

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:18:08 +0000 GMT

The British Barcelona Club was formed in 1964 with the aim of promoting long distance pigeon racing. Today it is regarded as the ultimate challenge for pigeon fanciers in Great Britain. No member flies less than 450 miles some with distances of over 1000 miles. This years Barcelona race was part of ...