Animal Care and Husbandry

About animal care and husbandry activities

We manage extensive agricultural land that serves a variety of purposes, from growing crops and feeding livestock to providing habitat for wildlife and pollinators, whilst using a farm-to-fork approach. We blend traditional and organic farming methods with group activities, enhancing social skills and connecting to nature. This allows our communities to take pride in contributing to the beauty and sustainability of their surroundings while growing food with a known provenance.

On our farms, we facilitate activities using an individual yet holistic approach. These activities may include practical animal husbandry, witnessing animal births, harvesting and making feed for the winter months, maintaining hedges, fences, walls, gates, trees, and grass cutting. Participants gain hands-on experience in various aspects of farm management, promoting a deep understanding and respect for agricultural practices.

Caring for animals and working on the land is incredibly rewarding, boosting confidence and providing a sense of purpose. Through interaction with animals, individuals develop skills such as patience, sensitivity, and empathy. Engaging in outdoor, land-based activities promotes physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing while helping maintain a healthy lifestyle.