Fifty years of Hartley Farm

This year marks a fairly significant milestone for our family. It has been 50 years since my dad arrived at Hartley Farm. Our family had already been farming in Winsley for generations, at neighbouring Church Farm and also just down the lane at Parsonage Farm. But in...

Four of our favourite local pubs near Hartley Farm

Four of our favourite local pubs near Hartley Farm We’re lucky to live and work in a particularly good part of the world for pubs. From proper village locals to riverside spots worth building a walk around, there are plenty of brilliant places for a pint, something to...

Recipe of The Week: Crispy Buffalo Wings

Ingredients 1.5kg chicken wings or drumsticks 5 teaspoons baking powder 0.75 tsp salt (ideally flakes) Sauce 4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter, melted 125ml Tubby Toms Hot Sauce 1 tbsp brown sugar 0.25 tsp salt Blue Cheese Dip 60g crumbled blue cheese 120g sour cream 60g...

The Simple Therapy of Cooking

At the beginning of this year, I made a commitment to myself to say yes to a few more opportunities that came my way, and to make a few happen myself. When life and work are busy, it’s very easy to put your head down and crack on. Then you catch up with friends at a...

Introducing Our Brand New Little Farmers’ Afternoon Tea

Looking for a fun way to keep the children entertained this summer? Our brand new Little Farmers' Afternoon Tea has arrived at Hartley Farm, bringing together delicious food, fresh air and a farm adventure the whole family can enjoy. Created especially for curious...

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Are Farm Shops Selling the Real Deal?

Are Farm Shops Selling the Real Deal?

This question was posed to me in response to my last blog when I asked you all for some food for thought on what to write about next. By the way, I had some great replies—lots of ammo for future...

A Tale of Woe on the Path to Net Zero…

A Tale of Woe on the Path to Net Zero…

Oh, what a week it’s been. At this rate, it feels like we’ll reach Storm Zachary by the end of February. Our originally planned closure has been delayed, unfortunately, so we’re open as normal this...

Paws, Rest & Reflect

Paws, Rest & Reflect

Have you noticed the manic frenzy of wildlife recently? Birds whistling through the night, trying to find the best nesting spots for spring. Foxes barking all day long and into the darkness, seeking...

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