Our Farm Diary & Blog

If you ask me, there's something quietly radical about an honesty box or stand. Generally unmanned yet the feeling of connection they foster is palpable, just a container, a few coins (or QR code or card machine nowadays!) and a simple agreement between strangers who often become friends. Often housed inside a wooden shed, stacked with cakes, eggs, jam jars or vegetables still carrying the smell of the soil, these humble setups often feel like they belong in another era, and

We often hear that procrastination is the enemy of productivity, it gets a bad reputation, sometimes even thought as a habit that steals time and focus. Society pushes us to fill every moment with action, yet, rushing through tasks can sometimes stifle creativity. What if delaying action, when done thoughtfully, actually helps unlock fresh ideas and better results? What if the constant rush is dulling our creative edge? Slowing down and allowing ourselves to procrastinate ca

Living a considered lifestyle means making thoughtful choices that align with your values, promote well-being, and encourage mindfulness. Books can be powerful guides on this journey, offering insights, practical advice, escapism and inspiration.

When we first viewed our now farm, we took a stroll through the garden with the estate agent and came upon a little gate we asked what was through the gate for the estate agent to say he had no idea (bless him, he wasn't the most helpful but anyway). So, we decided to go on a little voyage of discovery. Through the tiny gate under the leaning archway was what looked like a tiny pond surrounded by overgrown shrubs and bushes. Ric's face lit up like he'd struck gold and it was

Life often pulls us in many directions. We hear advice to work harder, eat #healthier, #exercise more, and enjoy life to the fullest, whilst making sure we get enough sleep, maintain #relationships etc. Yet, extremes in any area can lead to #stress, #burnout, or dissatisfaction. The key to a fulfilling life lies in balance, as my Great Grandfather used to say 'everything in moderation'. This approach helps us enjoy the good things without tipping into excess or deprivation. T