A Journal from my late Grandfather, Bert Bowles.

Our beloved parish magazine, The Winsley Weaver, is celebrating its 50th year of circulation this year. They have asked my father, Richard, to contribute an article on the changes to our farming landscape over these years. This request reminded me of a similar article...

Hot Smoked Trout and New Potato Salad with a Horseradish dressing

I thought I'd share a little recipe this week that we’ve been enjoying at home this spring and summer. It’s incredibly quick and easy to put together, with very little cooking and mainly just assembling. It's perfect for whipping up after a busy morning of gardening...

The Return of the Brown Hare

Walking my mad spaniel, Bonnie, across the farm every day lets me notice how the year passes by on an almost micro, daily level. Right now, our walks are punctuated with impromptu cool-offs in the cattle troughs, but soon enough, autumn will set in, and a cool dip...

May at Hartley Farm: Embracing the Countryside and Family Fun Events!

The summer season is well and truly underway now at Hartley. Alfresco dining outside The Barn and ice creams outside the cabin are a daily occurrence now.  We are so lucky to be surrounded by the most beautiful countryside and a brief pitstop at Hartley before an...

Easter Feasting – Crispy Lamb Gyros

The daffs are in full bloom and the glow from the occasionally shy sun is signalling the growing of the days. It feels like we are awakening from the hibernation of winter and all it threw at us this year. Easter is always a line in the sand to bring us out of the...

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The Return of the Brown Hare

The Return of the Brown Hare

Walking my mad spaniel, Bonnie, across the farm every day lets me notice how the year passes by on an almost micro, daily level. Right now, our walks are punctuated with impromptu cool-offs in the...

March

March

As we waved goodbye to the chill of January and February, our team has been deep in the throes of planning for the exciting year ahead. With spring peeking around the corner, we're thrilled to start...

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