SEPTEMBER 2014 THE GOOD LIFE 31 Sporting pursuits


William Evans – the friendly country sports shop for those ‘in the know’


discrete, well-informed advice and help you make the perfect choice. William Evans stocks an extensive range of


and the countryside. From its shops at St James’s Street in Mayfair, London, and Bisley Camp, Brookwood, in Surrey, this world-renowned 130-year-old company remains at the cutting- edge of retailing, with something to suit every requirement and budget. From sophisticated country clothing and


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game shooting/stalking attire to the latest ‘must have’ equipment for the clay shooting enthusiast, including the full range of plastic and paper-cased cartridges from Hull Cartridge Company, William Evans has it all. Whatever you need, the company’s highly- experienced staff are on-hand to provide


illiam Evans has a reputation among those ‘in the know’ as the place to go for everything to do with shooting


clothing for ladies, men and children, including shirts, coats, jackets, gilets, trousers, breeks, sweaters and much, much more from leading manufacturers which include William Evans, Beretta, Bladen, Katherine Hooker, Laksen, Musto, Really Wild, Schoffel, Seeland and Harkila. Clients can also choose from a wide range of British-made clothing, including some bespoke new mens and ladies country tweeds, plus boots from prestige manufacturers such as Hunter, Beretta, Le Chameau, Harkila and Laksen. Complement ‘the look’ from William Evans’


range of hats, belts and scarves, plus a full range of accessories, including British-made leather luggage, gun slips and cartridge bags, handmade leather-bound game books and jewellery. William Evans also offers a wide range of shooting essentials, homeware, giſts and vouchers. William Evans has it all — the hard part is


deciding what to take home! Whether you visit to buy or just to browse, you’ll be guaranteed a warm, friendly welcome and professional advice. While you’re there, you might even want to peruse our extensive range of new and pre-owned sporting guns, with something to suit every quarry and budget.


Alastair Philips, Manager at St James’s


To view the full William Evans range, visit www.williamevans.com or visit us at 67a St James’s Street, London SW1A 1PH (T: 020 7493 0415) and The Old Armoury, Queens Road, Bisley Camp, Brookwood, Surrey GU24 0NY (T: 01483 486500).


Take Back the Reins with Hoof H


oof, the participation brand of the British Equestrian Federation, aims to encourage more people to take up


horse-riding, driving, vaulting and volunteering. By connecting people to riding centres, schools, clubs and equestrian sporting organisations Hoof is helping more people to discover horses, get fit and improve their wellbeing. Rekindle or discover the joy of climbing into


the saddle and forgetting your worries, build a relationship with a horse and soak up the fresh air in the countryside. Wherever life has taken you, find a little ‘me time’ to unlock that feeling and ‘Take Back the Reins’ — a course of riding lessons specifically designed to give adults confidence in taking those first steps into the saddle. Tere are so many benefits to taking part


in equestrian sport; did you know that an hour’s horse-riding can burn the same number of calories as popping down to the gym for a lunchtime workout? An active schooling session with plenty of trotting burns off 360


Wherever life has taken you, find a little ‘me time’ and ‘Take Back the Reins’ — a course of riding lessons specifically designed to give adults confidence in taking those first steps into the saddle


calories, the equivalent to an hour’s moderate peddling on a cycle ride. Riding has also been proven to improve your mental wellbeing, tone core muscles and boost your cardiovascular health. Dragon’s Den star Deborah Meaden is one


of the many people who take advantage of the rewards riding offers. “Horse-riding gives me the space I need, it makes me better, better at business and better at my job,” she says. “It’s not a case of finding time for riding, it’s a case of making sure I have time to ride.” Horse-riding is great way to make new


friends, form a relationship with a horse and get some down time for you. Horses have an incredible ability to relieve stress, ease frustration and help to calm you aſter a busy day. Take Back Te Reins is available at over 200


Horse-riding in the countryside


riding centres across the country, so there’s no excuse not to find your local riding school and give it a go. Visit www.hoofride.co.uk today!


Dragon’s Den star Deborah Meaden is a keen rider


For more information, visit www.hoofride.co.uk to discover how you can get involved


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