Wool is an incredible natural resource. It insulates amazingly well and is breathable, too, making it perfect for us to use. However, left on a sheep throughout the summer it can be fatal for them.
We’re increasingly using electric fencing in the fields at Greatworth Hall. Find out why in our May 2021 blog post.
One of the first and, we believe, most important yet challenging instructions in the Bible is to rest on the Sabbath, just as God did when he created the world.
It always feels significantly more ‘springy’ when the lambs are out in the fields and we are pleased to share that our first bunch of sheep have finished lambing. The last ewe of the group had two lovely lambs on Monday evening.
Although life on the farm hasn’t stopped, we are continuing to carefully monitor the situation with COVID-19 and are making necessary adjustments to ensure the safety of those who are on site.
…When we are asked how many sheep we have our response is often just the number of breeding ewes. These breeding ewes join the flock in one of two ways:..