Treat the farming enthusiasts in your life to a hands-on smallholder farming experience for two, set on a working farm in the heart of Wensleydale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Over three and a half hours, they'll get stuck into real farm life, learning to care for Highland cattle, British breed pigs, goats, chickens and the farm's South Devon beef herd. The session begins with a few essential farm tasks before a traditional, hearty English breakfast in the award-winning onsite café - the perfect chance to chat about their interests and ask any questions before heading back out onto the farm.
Activities vary with the seasons and the needs of the farm, but may include feeding the animals, gathering the sheep, lending a hand with the estate's traditional drystone walls, helping move livestock, or - for those up for a physical challenge - getting stuck into mucking-out duties. No two visits are ever the same.
It's a fun and educational experience packed with fascinating anecdotes about the farm, the local area and small-scale farming - perfect for anyone with an interest in local farming or aspirations to start a smallholding of their own.
This experience was created by our friends over at Uniquely Local.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The price is for two people and includes a 3.5-hour hands-on farming session and a traditional English breakfast in the onsite café. Activities vary depending on the season and the needs of the farm, so no two visits are ever the same.
VOUCHER VALIDITY: Vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase.
EXPERIENCE LOCATION: Wensleydale, North Yorkshire.
HOW TO REDEEM YOUR VOUCHER: Detailed instructions for booking your experience will be printed on your voucher.
