Farm
- We have reseeded the small field in the village where the pigs were. For the time being, they’ve been moved down the lane…
- This week, we’ve planted 15 acres of forage rape, stubble turnips and pea mix. That’s all we need now is a really good soaking of rain!
- All of the cattle were pregnancy tested this week. We have a lady who comes in and scans them – just like a maternity nurse really. On the animal health side, we now have regular weekly vet checks on all our stock. Our aim is prevention rather than cure. This is paying off with low mortality rates on all animals.
- Coming soon will be the biggest crop of wild cherries. Did you know that there were over 200 wild cherry trees on the farm?
Store, Café and Veg & Meat Boxes
- Upgrade to a Weekly Farm Box and enjoy our eggs, fresh bread, Church Farm meat and organic milk.
- We have a new butcher in store – watch this space!!!
- Cupcakes - made with our own eggs and organic ingredients - are in store now.
- Check out our special offers on selected Church Farm free range chicken, lamb and beef this holiday.
- Browse through our selection of marinades, BBQ sauces and mustards - all in store.
- Try our super sweet sugar snap peas, freshly cut herbs, radishes, spring onions and salad leaves.
- And, don’t forget to taste our freshly picked scrummy strawberries with dollops of thick clotted cream.
Events, Workshops and Courses
- Next week is National Family Week! Whatever the weather, there’s plenty of things for everyone to do this holiday. Walk the footpaths for FREE and see how your favourite animals work, live and play or take on the responsibilities of a real farmer by collecting your very own freshly laid eggs from the orchard – everyday at 11am and 3pm.
- We also have walks and talks and courses on family chicken-keeping, acrylic painting, bees and peg-loom weaving. Check out our Bank Holiday and Half Term Specials board for more information.
- Come along to our Campfire, Music and Sleep Under the Stars Weekend on Saturday 5th June. There will be jamming, campfires and camaraderie. No electric : No impact : Compost Loos : No litter. Just bring everything you need for your comfort and survival. Adults £10, Under 16s £8, Under 2s £2. Free for musicians and volunteers. Pre-booking is essential.
Rural Care
- Phil (see photo (left)) attends Rural Care and always works in the café on Thursday mornings. Here he is helping Adrian, the chef, bake some scones. It was his
birthday on Wednesday – Happy Birthday Phil!
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