WHAT a day’s hunting in the rolling hills of Co Down, easily one of the best this season from start to finish with James Hammond, the huntsman of the Newry Harriers, and his super pack of hounds.

There was limited time for photos, as hounds got away so fast! However, I am not complaining, as I had a cracking day also the last time I visited the Newrys and it’s hard to believe that was 17 seasons ago. In this sheep farming country, they are some of the most knowledgeable people that I know about hunting; they are passionate about the countryside, where the fox is respected, but can be a dangerous predator that has to be controlled - especially during the lambing season.