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A family-owned organic Estate near Stonehenge. Boutique hot-tub hideaways set within our 2500 acres, plus events and retreats held throughout the year.

We also host an exclusive number of weddings annually at our venue

26/05/2026

LOST AND FOUND | These are a rather special and meaningful farm find. Each of these is marked with a decorative ‘S’ (for Stephens’, who founded the farm in 1885) and are buckles from the harnesses of Suffolk Punch horses who would have worked the fields then.

We were excited to just find one originally but the collection is growing and it is lovely to imagine just how smart the horses would have looked.

It is said that ‘one man, a horse and a single furrow plough would do one acre a day’ and historically, that is how the unit of measurement came about. Rather than an acre being a strictly mathematical one, it referred to the amount of land that the farmer could typically farm in a day!

On the farm here, the introduction of a two furrow plough apparently caused some concern amongst the workers. Worried about how the new technology might affect them, they were said to have taken the two furrow ploughs up to Old Mist Pond and to have promptly thrown them in. Problem solved!

17/05/2026

May | With spring firmly here, we are happily watching new life emerge on the Estate. We have welcomed our first Cleveland Bay of the year, continuing the line of this beautiful rare breed which has been an integral part of the farm since the 1880s.

Elsewhere, the hedgerows are full of blossom, the cows are grazing, sweet little chicks are scurrying everywhere. It’s a lovely time of year here!

10/05/2026

A stroll around our Walled Garden | The 100 year old peony walk is about to burst forth, the dahlias are lined up ready to be planted again and the fruit trees are surrounded by frothy cows parsley. Excited for another growing season! 🌱

15/04/2026

LAPWING HUT | Perfect for couples and dog friendly, our Lapwing Hit is tucked away in a wildflower meadow with views over our farmland for a very comfortable camping experience!

All of our accommodation has its own private wood fired hot tub and are complete with luxurious bedding and everything you need to prepare your own supper.

Guests love experiencing the wildlife first hand with Red Kite soaring above, deer grazing in front of the hut and of course the call of our resident Peacocks. Do come to see us soon!

05/04/2026

🌱 Rory is back in front of the camera chatting about our mixed herbal ley fields and the naturally anthelmentic qualities of Sainfoin.

Watch along and do let us know if you would like to hear anything else about how we manage our organic farming estate here! 🐑

29/03/2026

SPRING | Despite a pretty chilly weekend here, the march of Spring is undeniable with blossom, bird song and wildflowers appearing everywhere.

There is one visitor though that we are very excited to hear from and the race is on to hear it first! St Tiburtius’ Day (14 April) is said to be the first day that the Cuckoo begins to sing, following their migration back from Africa to the UK.

They are remarkable birds, flying over 3000 miles each winter and again the following spring. We love watching for tracking updates and with the first Cuckoo arriving back in Europe a few days again, we might well hear them again soon!

Cuckoos are ‘breed parasites’ laying their eggs in the nests of other much smaller birds and demanding plentiful food as they grow much larger than their siblings. Nonetheless, smaller birds do become wise to it and make efforts to protect against parasitism rejecting eggs that do not resemble their own, or sometimes the nest altogether.

So keep your ears peeled on the 14th and listen out for returning Cuckoos! In the meantime, we are soaking up the frothy beauty of blossom in our hedgerows.

23/03/2026

COWS | A peak in our cattle shed, which was full of very sweet calves nestled in among their mothers today. Spring on the farm is always a busy (and beautiful) time — with TB testing and de-horning keeping us on our toes!

A few years ago, we made the shift away from dairy to focus on organic, grass-fed beef, ensuring that our cattle are raised in a way that benefits both the environment and animal welfare.

Our herd is a lovely mix of Ruby Reds, Aberdeen Angus, Simmental and Hereford breeds, all known for their ability to thrive on pasture, producing high-quality beef with a superior flavour. Raised naturally, our cattle contribute to soil regeneration while offering a sustainable alternative to intensive farming.

Our B and B guests love wandering around the farm and getting to see the animals close up. These calves are (rightfully!) winning over everyone’s hearts!

02/03/2026

MAD AS A MARCH HARE | Once again, hares are sitting bolt upright in the fields and are very noticeable everywhere. Always charismatic and a joy to see, it is especially exciting to watch them ‘box’. The boxing behaviour is most likely to be a female fending off an over-enthusiastic male.

Historically though, there were plenty of tales about these beautiful creatures. Thought to be shape-shifters and perhaps witches in disguise, seeing hares stand on their hind legs and begin to box perhaps made them seem all the more peculiar.

The surrounding ancient landscape is intertwined with lots of interesting folklore stories. There is the nearby story of the ‘Salisbury Hare’ too. The legend tells of a hare, dancing during a full moon, appearing only to those of an innocent nature and bringing good fortune to those that can see it. It just so happens to be a full moon today, so perhaps some hare watching could be time well spent.

If you would like some help finding and getting to grips with photographing hares, will be running another of her wildlife photography walks on the 23rd March, aiming for boxing hares. The course runs from 10 -3pm and costs £55 including lunch. Do get in touch with Jenny for more details.

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10/02/2026

THE COACH HOUSE | Our charming two bedroom cottage forms part of our historic Victorian stable block. A self contained two up two down, has everything you could need for a cosy getaway for lovers of nature, boardgames and the outdoors.

Couples and young families have enjoyed staying at the Coach House and if you are quick we have HALF TERM AVAILABILITY! It is currently available to rent from Monday 16th to Thursday the 19th February if you fancy a last minute break.

‘I had the loveliest time away in the Coach House. The most beautiful place! Stunning scenery and a lovely house, and the hot tub was great! Would definitely come back!’

Do take a look at our accommodation options - we are easily accessible, 10 minutes from Stonehenge and secluded amongst our organic Estate.

07/02/2026

FARM FIVE | We’ve got hedges for all appetites on the Estate… Big, little, wide, bushy, tidy… you name it we’ve got it! Having cornered him in a field (assisted by the horses), here’s Rory feeling very uncomfortable in his own skin telling us that there’s method in the madness… turns out there’s more to trimming a hedge than you might think! 💛

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