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 traditionally male-dominated industry. From day-to-day responsibilities to the importance of teamwork, stewardship, and adaptability, she reflects on the realities, rewards, and challenges of working on a leading sporting estate.

This conversation shines a light on the diverse opportunities available to women in fieldsports and the passion, resilience, and dedication that underpin success in this world. Whether you’re considering a career in the sector or simply curious about life behind the scenes on a working estate, this episode offers inspiration and practical insight in equal measure.

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 about the challenges she has faced along the way, offering a thoughtful and grounded perspective on resilience, career growth, and life’s changing seasons.

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of miscarriage.

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 shaping rural Britain, this conversation offers straight-talking perspectives from one of the countryside’s most influential advocates.