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Great family walks from Hartley Farm, near Bath.
Last weekend, we finally managed to get out and do one of our favourite walks through the Limpley Stoke Valley near Bath, punctuated by a couple of essential pit-stops at The Cross-Guns at...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Seasonal eating; better for you, better for your world
Hi there! For those who don't know me my name is Jess, and I am a qualified Nutritional Therapist based in the beautiful town of Bradford-On-Avon. I am passionate about food and produce and truly...
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...
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...
From Our Pastures to Your Heart: A Valentine’s Day Ode to Healthier Choices
A love letter from our cows to your heart this Valentine’s Day. Welcome to our February journal! This month's article has been kindly written for us by the lovely Jess Oldfield. If you're a farm...
