DEERSKINS INTO BUCKSKINS - DVD Ref: B256 Now on DVD by Matt Richards. Two years in the making, this DVD is easily the most detailed, comprehensive & easy to follow guide to brain tan. Shows exactly what you need to know to turn your deer, elk, moose or buffalo skins into the leather preferred by outdoorsmen & native peoples for millenia. Learn the traditional method of brain tanning as well as how to use a dozen eggs or soap & oil instead. We found this tremendously in-depth DVD fascinating, even though we had no intention of actually tanning our own buckskin. An absolute must for the outdoorsman. Running time approx 2 hours 20 mins. Price: £25.00
A CUT ABOVE THE REST - DVD Ref: B324 With Derek Newell & David Court. Aimed at those interested in traqditional butchery skills or considering selling meat to the public. This gives a through grounding in traditional butchering & ideal for anyone considering butchering livestock & poultry for commercial or domestic purposes. Master butcher Derek Newell covers all the basic essentials, including the cuts of meat & tricks of the trade. David Court of Farms Direct goves the legal, health & safety, sales & marketing aspects ensuring this is a fully comprehensive programme. Covering all aspects from carcase to packaging. Running time approx 90 mins. Price: £20.00
SEVEN CENTURIES OF THE ENGLISH WINDMILL - DVD Ref: B113 Narrated by Janet Suzeman. A fascinating programme showing a wide range of beautiful English windmills, from the wooden post & smock mills of Chaucers time to the stately nineteenth-century brick-built tower mills. Also featured is a mill controlling water levels at a nationally famous nature reserve. Some of these mills have been restored, some are shown working, but all are evidence of a time long gone when the windmill reigned supreme. Running time - 60 mins. Price: £19.99
HANNAH HAUXWELL: AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE - DVD Ref: B188 Two DVD's features 3 Amazing Documentaries. Hannah Hauxwell won the hearts of millions in Britain in a Yorkshire television documentary about the plight of farmers in the Dales. An incredible journey of a lifetime in three fascinating television documentaries: Too Long A Winter: Hannah captures the hearts & minds as she gamely struggles to maintain her farm in the North Yorkshire Dales. Her battle to survive alone on an isolated farm with no electricity or running water, in abject poverty made her the nation's most likely celebrity. A Winter Too Many: 16 years elapse since Too Long a Winter. Fading health & a series of bitter winters culminates in Hannah being heart-wrenchingly driven off her beloved farm. Innocent Abroad: At the age of 65, Hannah is travelling for the first time, on a journey of a lifetime. Visiting places only dreamed of, she retraces the steps of Victorian ladies as her grand tour of Europe commences in Paris to Switzerland, Germany, Austria & Italy, before coming home in splendour on the Orient Express. Running Time: approx 248 minutes. Price: £19.90
KEEPING HENS IN YOUR GARDEN - DVD Ref: B221 With Francine Raymond. If you've ever dreamt of keeping a few hens in your garden, this programme provides an encouraging step-by-step guide on how to choose, house & care for your flock. Francine speaks to other experts on various aspects of hen keeping & looks at systems that will allow you to keep your birds happy & content in whatever space you have available. Running time approx 75 mins. Price: £19.99
FERRETS & FERRETING - DVD Ref: B223 With Simon Whitehead. Ferreting is once more a popular rural activity & this practical guide is ideal for complete beginners or old hands. Simon Whitehead of Pakefield Ferrets draws on a lifetime's knowledge & love of the countryside in this fascinating & factual programme that takes you step by step through everything you'll need to know about keeping & working ferrets. Running time approx 60 mins. Price: £19.99
DRY STONE COUNTRY - DVD Ref: B224 With Stephen Harrison. The backdrop for this sensitively shot programme is the Yorkshire Dales, a beautiful region of the country. Traces the origins of building dry stone walls & a demonstration by walling expert Stephen Harrison are given on the skills & techniques of wall building. Presenter Dylan Winter sits in on one of his courses. These ancient enclosures are shown as a work of art & which have influenced modern artist Andy Goldworthy. Running time approx 65 mins. Price: £19.99
A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS - DVD Ref: B225 With Roger Clark, Traditional Farmer & Farrier. Roger Clark has worked a 100 acre farm for 35 years using traditional methods & knowledge handed down by generations of skilled countrymen. Explores Roger's love of horses & looks at his early life through to today - successful farrier, farmer, horse judge, carriage driver, breeder & master of bloodhounds, & one of chef Rick Stein's "Food Heroes". Share this view of a lifestyle dominated by a passion for tradition, where nostalgia meets the future. Running time approx 60 mins. Price: £19.99
TRAINING GUNDOGS - TECHNIQUES IN ACTION - DVD Ref: B123 By Paul Rawlings. A step-by-step guide to training a gundog. Contents include: Introduction, Puppy rearing & assessment, Formal training, Retrieving, Hunting, Preparation for the shooting field. With clear expert guidance & invaluable practical footage, it uses gundogs of various breeds & ages to explain the basics of obedience training before introducing the skills required of the gundog. Its key approach is to train the trainer so that the owner understands the principles of how a dog learns,& reinforces good behaviour with rewards. Run time 88 mins. Price: £19.99
THE SHEPHERD'S PUP - DVD Ref: B298 DVD with Derek Scrimgeour. Derek Scrimgeour, sheep farmer & one of the UK's premier sheepdog handlers & trainers, discusses with Gus Dermody from One Man & His Dog, choosing & training a young dog for farm work with his highly acclaimed method of sheepdog training. Beginning with what to look for choosing a pup. Derek covers 7 key training steps starting in the kennel & ending with a well trained, confident & enthusiastic sheepdog. Running time approx 2 hours 30 mins. Price: £25.95
FENLAND WILDFOWLERS - THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS - DVD Ref: B342 From the FENLAND WILDFOWLERS ASSOCIATION, Celebrates "THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS" The story begins at the East Lighthouse, Sutton former home of Sir Peter Scott a landmark to anyone who has shot on the Wash & steeped in wildfowling tradition. It traces the club history & it's key figures from early beginnings to the present day. Includes an interview with 84 year old Frank Harrison the last professional Wash wildfowling guide. Plus first hand accounts of wildfowling legend of the late Kenzie Thorpe "The Wild Goose Man" with previously unseen film of this notorious Lincolnshire poacher turned guide. A chat in a Welney pub sheds light on the history on the Inland Ouse Washes including their creation, management, & conservation. Hear about the fascinating life of the last professional wildfowler Ernie James who recently passed away aged 99 & much more. Running time approx 54mins. Price: £24.99
THE TRACTOR STORY VOL 1 - DVD Ref: B226 Tractors of the 1960's, 70's & 80's. With Stephen Richmond & Jonathan Whitlam. Manufacturers Ford, Massey Ferguson, & John Deere are looked at in detail, others are also featured. Looks at popularity rise of four-wheel drive machines (County & Muir Hill) & owners of tractors made by David Brown, highlights 990, 885 & 1394. Many classic examples capture working on the land. Presented from Cheffins Tractor & Machinery Sale ground, an ideal location to study the real True Classics. Running time approx 85 mins. Price: £19.99
THE FERGUSON REVOLUTION - DVD Ref: B248 One invention more than any other revolutionised tractors & changed the face of agriculture in the 20th century. The three-point lincage & hydraulic lift. Invented by Irishman Harry Ferguson it became known thereafter as The Ferguson System. The creator & his system are the focus for the enlightening programme. This is without doubt a genuinely comprehensive account & lasting tribute to a man with amazing foresight & brilliance, who devised a system that is now an integral part of tractor design in the 21st centruy - the Great Harry Ferguson! Also featured is the world famous "Hunday Collection" compiled by John Moffitt & now owned by Paul Rackham. Running Time approx 104 minutes. Price: £19.99
A CHILDREN'S GUIDE TO MODERN TRACTORS - DVD Ref: B373 For children of all ages. This programme, made for children of all ages, takes a detailed look at many kinds of tractors. Children are invited to join in exploring tractors of all shapes, size, makes & models. To make it easier to remember, the tractors are divided into coloured sections to encourage them to select a favourite. It shows them around the inside of a tractor cab, equipped with the latest technology. Explains how the key parts of the tractor function. The associated machinery such as ploughs, cultivators & seed drills are also shown working on the farm, carrying out seasonal tasks. Included are some quizzes & amazing facts, such as which are the biggest, fastest or strangest tractors. Children are encouraged to take the information out into the countryside to do some real tractor spotting & find out just how much they know. An action packed, colourful & educational programme, wonderfully narrated by Jo Wyatt. To be enjoyed by all young tractor fans & viewed over & over again. Running time approx 60 minutes. Price: £16.99
THE MASSEY FERGUSON ARCHIVES DVD SERIES: FERGUSON - BUILDING THE DREAM: VOLUME 1 - DVD Ref: B125 By John Stovell. Four films make up Volume 1. Original colour footage of two films, showing the Ford Ferguson 9N at work & the manufacture of the Ferguson TE20 at Banner Lane factory in Coventry, an unusual glimpse into the world of Massey Ferguson & farming at this time. Also includes Machines & the Farm from the 1960s featuring the Ferguson Brown & The Story of the Ferguson System. Running time - 100 mins. Price: £16.99
THE MASSEY FERGUSON ARCHIVES DVD SERIES: THE LITTLE GREY FERGIE: VOLUME 2 - DVD Ref: B126 By John Stovell. Volume 2 concentrates on the Ferguson TE20 tractor, lovingly referred to as The Little Grey Fergie. Five films from the late forties & early fifties transport us back to a time when farming life was very different from today. TE20 is shown at work all over the British Isles using a range of Ferguson implements & equipment carrying out a multitude of tasks. Witness the auspicious occasion of the 200,000th Little Grey Fergie in 1951. Running time - 82 mins. Price: £16.99
THE MASSEY FERGUSON ARCHIVES DVD SERIES: MASSEY HARRIS - WORLD OF POWER: VOLUME 4 - DVD Ref: B128 By John Stovell. Volume 4 takes a look at the Canadian firm Massey Harris which merged with Ferguson in the 1950s. The two films in this programme show Massey Harris tractors, implements & combine harvesters at work all over the globe, as well as a close look at the companys tractor range. These films were shot in colour & date from the 1940s giving an exceptional glimpse of farming practices sixty years ago! Whatever your specific interest, you will be certain to find something fascinating in this unique series as we move from vintage machines, through the classic era and then to the sophisticated machines of today. Running time - 82 mins. Price: £16.99
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V1 - DVD Ref: B308 VOLUME 1 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Appleby Fair/ Ramming Time/ New Forest Point to Point/ Apple Grafting/ Kingfishers/ Model Carts. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V2 - DVD Ref: B309 VOLUME 2 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Sheep Shearing/ Sea Bream/ Sweetheart Story/ Tyring a Cart/ Farm Sale/ Fishing in a Gale/ Forest Fire. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V3 - DVD Ref: B310 VOLUME 3 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Market Day/ Minnow Trap/ Lobster Boat/ Iron Ponds/ Lobster Breeding/ Romney Marsh/ Pumpkins. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V4 - DVD Ref: B311 VOLUME 4 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Lambing/ Mayfly/ Mole Catcher/ High School Horse/ Rake Maker/ Stage Coach. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V5 - DVD Ref: B312 VOLUME 5 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Bee-Skips/ Pheasant Shooting/ Tidal Mill/ Ice Fishing/ Fly Casting/ The Log Splitter. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V6 - DVD Ref: B313 VOLUME 6 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. The Hidden Stream/ Deer Shoot/ The Shooting Master/ British Finches/ Yerro's Operation. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V7 - DVD Ref: B314 VOLUME 7 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Stour River/ Hacienda/ Bullfight/ House Building/ Trout & Grayling. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V8 - DVD Ref: B315 VOLUME 8 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Freeze Branding/ Cider Making/ Trammel Nets/ The Coach Builder/ Big Skate/ Pannage. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - V9 - DVD Ref: B316 VOLUME 9 Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Cod Fishing / Centenarian Angler / Charcoal Burner / Pigeon Shooting / Long Distance Ride. Price: £12.95
THE OUT OF TOWN COLLECTION - 9 DVD'S Ref: B-OTC SPECIAL PRICE FOR ALL 9 VOLUMES... Each DVD contains 3 full episodes of the popular Out of Town series & lasts approx 72 minutes. Volume 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9.This item is Carriage Free (UK Mainland only) Price: £99.00
KEEPERS DIARY "PART TIME SHOOT" - DVD Ref: B318 Warning some people may find scenes on these DVD's disturbing. This follows John Short & his syndicate members from the end of one season to the beginning of the next. It covers aspects of setting up & running a successful shoot. Some of the many topics covered are: Vermin control, working up/growing game covers, rearing birds, fox control, deer control, feed hopper construction, pen preparation / maintenance. Also includes extensive shoot day. Running time approx 90 minutes. Price: £25.00
KEEPERS DIARY "PIGEON SHOOTING WITH A DIFFERENCE" - DVD Ref: B319 Warning some people may find scenes on these DVD's disturbing. This takes a look at crops & methods of shooting. Geoff Garrod our pigeon shooting gamekeeper is on hand to provide useful information & tips. Roost shooting is featured with plenty of pigeons bagged. Also with an interesting section on shooting pigeons from a tree top height tower. An excellent programme on pigeon shooting with plenty of shooting footage, birds coming in on the decoys using Geoff's preferred traditional methods. Running time approx 1 hour 50 minutes. Price: £25.00
KEEPERS DIARY "PIGEON SHOOTING" - DVD Ref: B320 Warning some people may find scenes on these DVD's disturbing. The Keepers Diary Team follows Geoff Garrod, gamekeeper & keen pigeon shooter. Filmed over 5 days throughout the year on rape crops at various stages. Using traditional methods: good hide building, watching the flight lines, correct use of decoy patterns etc. Whilst not intended as an instructional programme it provides a real insight into this traditional pastime. Many of the topics included are: Hide building, Flight lines, Decoy patterns, Dressing & cooking the pigeons. Running time approx 70 minutes. Price: £25.00
KEEPERS DIARY "SQUIRREL DRAY POKING & ROTTING" - DVD Ref: B321 Warning some people may find scenes on these DVD's disturbing. This DVD includes a a section on squirrel dray poking of around 15 minutes. Geoff Garrod our pigeon shooting gamekeepers explains his methods & demonstrates how he goes about the task. The rest of the DVD follows two separate Lincolnshire rat packs on different days & areas. A fascinating look at a traditional endangered past-time shows everything in detail with no pulling the punches. Fast & furious the terriers get to work routing out their prey nothing gets in their way, not even the shovels which come close to taking their heads off! There is plenty of action & plenty of rats..........but not for long as the terriers are ruthlessly efficient. Running time approx 55 minutes. Price: £20.00
KEEPERS DIARY "THE WHOLE SEASON" - DVD Ref: B322 Warning some people may find scenes on these DVD's disturbing. A fascinating look at the year of an English Gamekeeper covering, Rearing, Hatching, Biting, Pen Building & Pop Holes, Pheasant & Early Partridge release, Snaring, Trapping, Lamping, Dogging In, Cover Strips, Partridge & Pheasant Shooting. Running time approx 73 minutes. Price: £25.00
KEEPERS DIARY "PIGEON SHOOTING WITH WILL GARFIT" - DVD Ref: B327 Will Garfit teamed up with Keepers Diary for the day. See the incredible results with traditional decoying methods. Will discusses his & Geoff Garrods techniques. See how the professionals perform. Running time approx 75 minutes. Price: £25.00
KEEPERS DIARY "MODERN DAY PREDATOR CONTROL" - DVD Ref: B378 These TWO DVDs explain the modern day predator control methods. Two methods of mink control are discussed in detail from trap construction to setting & dispatch. Two keepers give their views & experience in detail of the squirrel. Including trapping & poisoning. Fox snaring is shown in detail highlighting the new legal methods. Terriers working to control rats, see how the experts achieve results. Footage of the rat shooting behind a plough, as well as lamping.Various traps & methods. Definitely one for your collection. WARNING: Some people may find scenes on these DVDs disturbing. 2 DVDs Running time approx 150 minutes. Price: £29.00
GAMEKEEPERS DIARY - PIGEON SHOOTING THE MECHANICAL WAY - DVD Ref: B207 Game Keeper Geoff Garrod can be seen demonstrating some of the new techniques. Many experiments were carried out over a three day period of pigeon shooting producing good results. Pigeon shooting the Mechanical Way is an insight into using the latest technology to increase your results experimenting with Pecker, Walkers, Pro Air Rota, Mechanical Flappers, Original Pigeon Magnet & Mechanical Floaters. Running Time: approx 90 mins. Price: £25.00
BASIC STICK MAKING WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B102 Much revered in the world of stick making this expert stick maker with his exacting knowledge & skill. Explains & demonstrates how to make some practical sticks which can be used day to day. The film begins by showing you what to look for when you go out to cut your own shanks. DVD Running Time approx 50 mins. Price: £27.95
STICK MAKING: HORN HANDLE PLAIN & FANCY WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B104 As an authority on horn handle sticks he has won numerous competitions throughout the country. This takes you through the fascinating secrets of horn bending & making of both plain handles & very special fancy handles. Stage by stage from the choice of horn to boiling, flattening & bulking. Using simple hand tools, time, & following simple instructions, you can achieve some startling results. Producing sticks of art & beauty. DVD Running Time approx 72 mins. Price: £27.95
STICK MAKING: HORN THISTLE CROOK HEAD WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B105 This covers the making of the thistle crook head, showing all the stages to produce the head to the highest standard. Alan Bateman takes you through stage by stage showing you how,with the use of simple hand tools, time, patience & by following simple instructions you can achieve a beautiful stick head. To get the most from this programme it is recommended that it is used in conjunction with Alan's previous DVD - HORN HANDLES PLAIN & FANCY. DVD Running Time approx 50 mins. Price: £27.95
STICK MAKING: HORN PHEASANT HEAD WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B112 This covers the making of the reverse pheasant head showing all the stages to produce the head to the highest standard. Alan Bateman takes you through stage by stage showing you how, with the use of simple hand tools, time, patience & by following simple instructions you can achieve a beautiful stick head. The same steps can be used to produce other bird heads to adorn your sticks. To get the most from this programme it is recommended that it is used in conjunction with Alan's previous DVD - HORN HANDLES PLAIN & FANCY. DVD Running Time approx 76 mins. Price: £27.95
ARTIST BLACKSMITH - DOUBLE DVD Ref: B118 By Peter Parkinson. This explains the fundamental techniques of working with hot iron & steel, & how those techniques can be used creatively. Chapters include: Using the Forge, Safety, Tapering, Drawing down, Upsetting, Spreading, Use of hammer, Hot cutting, Punching, Twisting, Bending, Joining processes, Tool making, Finishing. Peter Parkinsons enthusiasm for the craft alongside a recognized talent makes him an exceptional tutor. Set in his own workshop he brings insights to the craft while explaining the processes & pitfalls, a rare opportunity to see a leading blacksmith in action. Running Time: approx 154 minutes. Price: £29.99
PYROGRAPHY (AN INTRODUCTION TO WITH) - DVD Ref: B258 A quick overview of the wonderful craft of pyrography with Lionel Broome. The DVD contains a wealth of information for getting your pyrography work right.From that all important first step of transferring the image or subject matter, and which wood to use, right through to final completion, the video provides many hints and tips on how to burn pyrographic work successfully. It also concludes by showing the students final results from their very first efforts. Running time approx 58 mins. Price: £14.99
MASTERING WOODWORKING MACHINES - DVD Ref: B273 By Mark Duginske. Shows how to achieve zero-frustration, complete-control woodworking with machines.This DVD shows how to: Tune up the basic shop machines. Get consistent top performance. Mill stock efficiently. Avoid stock preparation problems. Make accurate saw cuts. Cut precisely fitting joinery. Make jigs to ease set-up. Running time approx 64 mins. Price: £17.55
BASIC ROUTING - DVD Ref: B275 By Roy Sutton. A programme based on Roy Sutton's one-day routing courses, that have proved so popular. Starts from first principles & includes the following: Router familiarization. Safety, dust extraction, eye & ear protection. Care & selection of cutters. The use of accessories. Straight work. Rebating & moulding using self-guiding cutters. Morticing & tenoning. The router as a mini spindle moulder. The use of the trammel bar. Jig design, construction & their uses. This video is a good introduction to the craft of routing. Running time approx 45 mins. Price: £16.95
TURNING GREEN WOOD + TOOL SHARPENING FOR RESULTS - DVD Ref: B351 With stunning close-up shots, Michael O'Donnell illustrates six exciting projects. Starting with green wood, fresh from the log, he demonstrates the use of cross-grain and end-grain techniques. Using tools with the cutting edge in shape & very sharp, makes woodturning a real pleasure. Close-up shots & informative graphics, takes the mystery out of tool sharpening. A step by step format shows tool sharpening is a quick, easy & repeatable process. Tool versatility is shown cutting the wood. Roughing blanks, making detail cuts, beads, coves & 'V's, turning cross-grain, end-grain & natural edged bowls. An informative printed chart is enclosed showing the shape & bevel angles of the woodturning tools. (Dual DVD) Running time approx 1 hr 48 mins. Price: £23.00
TURNING WOOD - DVD Ref: B352 With Richard Raffan. An introduction to the Lathe & turning techniques this DVD has helped thousands of people learn how to turn wood by looking over the shoulder of a master turner. He demonstrates moves so important to skillful woodturning. He leads you through six useful projects from his companion book," Turning Wood with Richard Raffan". Learn the Techniques of sharpening, stance & movement, gouge exercises, skew exercises, enterwork & facework techniques. Projects include: tool handle, light-pull knob, scoop, box, breadboard & bowl. DVD Running approx 1 hr 54 mins. Price: £17.55
GETTING STARTED WITH THE CIRCULAR & BANSAW - DVD Ref: B353 The circular saw & the band saw are the two most widely used woodworking machines. This shows how both machines can be used safely & with confidence. As well as basic safe sawing techniques, the programme features a number of useful jigs & holders that can be made in the workshop. This is an invaluable guide for the first time user & a useful reference for the more experienced woodworker. Running time approx 35 mins. Price: £16.95
MASTERING YOUR BANDSAW - DVD Ref: B355 By Mark Duginske. Learn how to precisely tune& accurately use your bandsaw to achieve optimum performance. An expert helps you get optimum performance. Through his books, magazine articles & seminars, Mark has helped thousands of bandsaw owners tweak their wayward machines into precision tune. He will show you how to do that & more, including some extraordinary bandsaw tricks& techniques. Topics covered are: cutting cones making boxes out of 2" stock resawing 1/32 " veneer. making perfect dovetails, cutting tenons, resawing from firewood. See how an expert handles the bandsaw. Watching this is like having Duginske himself in your shop, showing you the subtle nuances. Running time approx 57 mins. Price: £17.55