Women Who Work In Rural

This month we spoke with Nic MacLeod, Policy & Public Affairs Advisor from Scottish Land & Estates.  Nic tells us of her different experiences within the rural sector and the lessons she has learnt along the way. We of course chat about her herd of Highland Cows and how she manages to run a small holding while working full time. 

In this month's episode we spoke with taxidermist Hollie Bird.  Hollie lives in the Highlands and shares her stories and insights into what it's like being a female taxidermist in a small industry.  She shares her advice on how to become a taxidermist but doesn't tell us the secret to her formula!

In this episode, we’re joined by April Coate, co-owner of Coate PR, a Cotswolds-based agency rooted in the heart of the countryside. Specialising in equestrian brands, rural businesses, and countryside events, April shares what it takes to build authentic, high-impact PR in a niche that values heritage as much as innovation. From storytelling that resonates to the realities of running an agency in...

In this episode, we’re joined by Laura Holmes from AGM Venison, whose career journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. From serving on a tour in Afghanistan to working as a veterinary professional, Laura has built a path defined by resilience, adaptability, and a deep connection to animal welfare and the land. Now working with Game Larder by Tarrant Refrigeration and running AGM Venison, she bring...

In this month's podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Tamara Warhusrt from Farmette Media. We spoke with Tamara about her Farmette journey, starting her own business, rural media challenges, and women's visibility in fieldsports.

In this episode we spoke with the Director of the Heather Trust Katrina Candy and Chloe Thornton, Marketing, Events & Digital Manager. We spoke about the important work of moorland management and all about the careers and experiences on Katrina and Chloe.  Originally established in the 1980s to reconcile grouse and sheep farming interests on moorland, The Heather Trust has since broadened its...

In this episode of Women Who Work in Fieldsports , we sit down with Laura Irwin of Tulchan Estate , one of Scotland’s most renowned sporting estates, to explore what it really takes to build a career in the heart of the countryside. Laura shares her journey into fieldsports, offering an honest insight into estate life, the variety of roles involved, and the skills needed to thrive in a traditional...

In this episode of Women Who Work in Fieldsports , we speak with Louisa Clutterbuck , CEO of Eat Wild , about her dynamic career championing sustainable wild game in the UK. Louisa reflects on her journey into the fieldsports and food sectors, the evolution of her leadership role, and how she has balanced professional ambition with her recent transition into motherhood. Louisa also shares candidly...

In this episode, we’re joined by the legendary Polly Portwin — Director of the Campaign for Hunting at the Countryside Alliance. A leading voice in rural affairs, Polly shares her insights on the future of country sports, the challenges facing the countryside today, and why tradition still matters in a modern world. Whether you’re passionate about field sports or just curious about the debates sha...

This month Iona had the pleasure to speak with Lesley Peake from Twin Peakes Fly Fishing and Karen Woolley from the Angling Trust. Two incredible women in the fly fishing world. They shared their insights and advice and talked about the need to get more women into angling. 

Jo Perrott is the founder of the Ladies Working Dog Group, a global community that’s rewriting the rules on how women train their gundogs. Facing serious health challenges herself, Jo knows what it means to keep going when the path gets rocky, and she’s built a space where women can do exactly that with their dogs. She’s passionate about cutting through confusing advice and ‘perfect dog’ myths to...

Anita North is a former English clay trap shooter known for her success in Olympic Trap. She began shooting in her late twenties and went on to win multiple Commonwealth Games medals, including gold in the women's trap at the 2010 Delhi Games. After retiring from competition in 2017, she became a respected coach on the British Shooting Talent Pathway. Based at Nuthampstead Shooting Ground, An...

Philippa Davis is the cookery columnist for The Field Magazine, a chef and tv presenter. She grew up with her extended family on a small holding in Dorset where her love for food and feeding people was sparked. At 14 she got her first job in a restaurant, it was hot, fast and furious and she was instantly hooked into the world of hospitality. In this podcast she joins Louisa and Vanessa to give an...

Jessica is founder of Kingstone Coaching and Training Consultancy.  After working in the highly driven corporate sector for over twenty years, Jessica founded her own coaching and training consultancy, Kingstone, taking her side hustle of five years and developing it into a full-time business.  Jessica found the corporate sector was hugely supportive in the growth and development of employees, yet...

In this month’s episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Georgie Stanford. Georgie is one of a very small number of professional shooting instructors. She works as a freelance instructor for several top grounds in the South East and loves everything about the countryside and field sports, from shooting and fishing, to working dogs, trail running and riding.

This month Iona and Louisa are joined by Catherine Austen. Catherine is Horse & Hound hunting editor, press officer & a freelance journalist.

Hannah is Business Development Manager at BE-ST, joining in January 2025 from Scottish Land and Estates. Her career has taken her all over Scotland working in Edinburgh, the Highlands and is now based from rural Ayrshire.  Hannah is passionate about developing relationships, connecting others and supporting businesses to thrive. She brings an enthusiasm for supporting and encouraging others. Along...

Join us for a 2024 Round Up with Founders Louisa Clutterbuck, Vanessa Steel & Iona Campbell.  We talk about our highs and lows plus our favourite events of 2024.

This month we spoke with the wonderful Michelle Nudds, South East Regional Director at BASC.

Anya is an internationally published documentary, portrait and adventure photographer with a portfolio covering an array of high profile personalities but its her deep rooted appreciation of the beauty of the rural life where she particularly finds her calling. She has produced timeless records of fieldsports for private clients and the commercial market for the past 15 years. Her passion for hors...

In this episode we speak with Georgina Roberts, Director if the Women's Shooting Network.

In this month's episode we speak to Sarah Jane Laing, CEO of Scottish Land and Estates, our first Scottish guest. An incredibly insightful episode learning about her career and SLE do to save the future of fieldsports.

This month we spoke with Lydia Castellano, Founder of the Women in Westminster Shooting Club.

In this month's episode we speak to Lucy Bowden, founder of Fishing for Everyone, fly fishing instructor and marketing executive at Farlows.

Susan Aubrey-Cound is the Deputy Chairwoman of Countryside Alliance. She has over 30 years experience leading customer strategy and digital transformation in retail and publishing, with particular expertise in Fashion and Home. As CEO Ecommerce for the Daily Mail Group she launched FashionFinder click-to-buy for MailOnline, having previously been Multichannel Director for Marks and Spencer.