The Ruralist
Schöffel Country's very own journal – a place where stories are told, insight is gained, and inspiration abounds. A hub for all things country life.

Field Notes
6 min read
A guide to Badminton Horse Trials
Photograph: Shutterstock/ Tony Skerl Once again, we’re gearing up for arguably the most prestigious event in the equestrian calendar. Are you looking to learn more about Badminton Horse Trials? Here’s a concise summary, in which we address a few...
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- Field Notes5 min readJoin us in the lambing shed – with Rebecca WilsonRead post
- Guardianship5 min readAstounding numbers in the natural worldRead post
- Field Notes4 min readHarry Skelton scoops the biggest prize in jumps racing historyRead post

Field Notes
5 min read
Farmers are in despair, and here’s why – with Rebecca Wilson
Recently it’s been heavy blow after heavy blow for the farming community. Fifth-generation farmer Rebecca Wilson explains why that is and what it means for food production and the environment.
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- Guardianship7 min readThe Schöffel Countryside Awards – meet the judgesRead post
- Interviews7 min readProtektorat: a very special horse – with Harry SkeltonRead post
- Interviews9 min readInterview: Willie Mullins, the king of the CotswoldsRead post

Interviews
6 min read
From Twickenham to tractors – with Tom Youngs
We visited the rugby legend and fourth-generation farmer to talk about his transition from life as a professional sportsman to helping run the family farm in Norfolk.
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