Leisure Archive
(December 2021)

20 December 2021

Norton Disney Horse Trials

Norton Disney Horse Trials 2 ran from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th October and was once again a successful event, helping, as far as possible, to bring a sense of normality to the Eventing world after the setbacks of the pandemic. Photographs: Baron Halpenny

Vauxhall debuts new range structure as All-new Astra goes on sale

Vauxhall has confirmed pricing and specification for the All-new Astra. Available with a choice of powertrains, and for the first time as a highly-efficient Plug-in Hybrid-e version, prices for the All-new Astra start from £23,275. The all-new Astra is also the first Vauxhall model to feature the brand’s new trim line-up. The new range structure Read more…

BMW 3 Series M340d xDrive Saloon Review

Since its launch back in the decade of space hoppers and flared trousers – the 1970s, for those of you who don’t know what I’m on about – over 15 million 3 Series models have been sold. Many of the sales have happened here in Britain, but competitors like Audi’s A4 and Mercedes’ C-Class are Read more…

All-new KIA Sportage fuses advanced tech with luxury design for a first-class interior space

The all-new Kia Sportage features a state-of-the-art, driver-centric interior that has been designed for European customers – the first time such a focus has been made in the model’s 28-year history. The urban SUV’s cabin fuses together advanced technology, luxury features, premium materials and modern style, ensuring occupants remain comfortable, engaged and connected on every Read more…

Jaguar XF and XE R-Dynamic Black: Enhanced design and connectivity

The appeal of the award-winning Jaguar XF Saloon and Sportbrake is heightened further with the introduction of new R-Dynamic Black models, while the Jaguar XE R-Dynamic Black gains an enhanced specification. Developed from the XE and XF R-Dynamic S, these exclusive models benefit from a number of key features designed to give them an even Read more…

Ladies that shoot

Matt Limb OBE looks at the ever growing number of ladies taking up shooting as a sport and their wider interest in field sports and love of the countryside. I have enjoyed being in the British countryside all my life, be it a simple walk with the dogs or a day out shooting or even Read more…