Big boys’ toys, trips & tips

Father's Day gifts for the sporting gentleman

Charlotte Peters of Shooting UK makes her selection of ideal gifts for Father's Day.

The cigars that we loved and lost

Bolivar talks about some of his all-time favourite cigars that have been inexplicably discontinued.

'A man spends much of his life in shirts... they're hugely important'

Shirtmaker Emma Willis spoke to Country Life's Hetty Chidwick about why some things are just not worth compromising on.

How to buy a shotgun that you can pass down as a family heirloom

Valentine's gift ideas for the luxury lover

Gorgeous gifts for gorgeous people.

Eight unforgettable trips for adventurous travellers

From sprinting away from bulls in Pamplona to hurtling down the Cresta Run in St Moritz, Adrian Dangar recommends some extreme adventures.

The twins from Dartmoor who defied near-tragedy and took on the world

Katherine Sopwith on the brothers who bounced back from teenage tragedy to forge a lifetime of adventure.

Alexander Armstrong's favourite things, from marmalade to shaving foam

The presenter of BBC 1's Pointless took time out from acting, singing, presenting and writing to talk to Country Life.

Country Life's 39 steps to spotting a cad

Crucial signs to look out for when identifying a bounder.

Choose your Country Life Gentleman of the Year

21 courteous, kindly candidates are running for the title - which is your favourite?

VIDEO: The Country Life Guide to Spotting a Cad

Crucial signs to look out for when identifying a complete and utter bounder.

White knuckle rides: 8 memorable ski runs

Some like to hurtle, screaming, down a black mogul field; others prefer skidding down a frozen waterfall into a deserted powder bowl. Kate Green asks dedicated skiers about their most memorable runs.

The history of the pocket square

Turnbull & Asser know a thing or two about pocket squares

Boys on tour: a travel guide for gentlemen

For a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, a gentleman-only trip–strictly no wives and girlfriends allowed–is sometimes the best way to go.

How to smoke a cigar

Edward Sahakian from Davidoff guides us through how to smoke a cigar, and how to choose a cigar for beginners.

From opening to enjoying: A guide to champagne appreciation [VIDEO]

A lesson in champagne.

Book the right restaurant, every time

An infallibile list of best restaurants to book for occasions, from a wedding anniversary to tea with your grandmother

Four of the best luxury 4x4 cars

Style: three of the best coats for men

A watch for every budget

Choose the best possible watch for your budget with our handy guide. Whether you have £100 or £10,000 we can point you towards the best watches to buy for your money