Our story took a defining turn in 2014, after the passing of Ken. At the time, neither Lucy nor Chad had formal farming experience beyond helping during summer holidays. But with the support of our incredible long-time employee Martin — who dedicated over 50 years to this land — and our kind neighbours, we jumped in with both feet.

Since then, we’ve grown traditional British crops like wheat, barley, and oilseed rape. More recently, driven by our passion for regenerative agriculture, we introduced sheep back into our rotation — a return to early farming practices here at Horncastle. Grazing animals now play a vital role in improving soil health and reducing our reliance on chemical inputs.

We are proud to farm with an ethos rooted in environmental care and animal welfare. Every step we take is guided by sustainability and transparency. We raise our animals to the highest welfare standards and are committed to welcoming our community to see it all firsthand.

In 2022, we opened our gates to the public with a hands-on lamb feeding experience. What began as a seasonal event has grown into an annual event where you can help feed lambs, goats, and calves — a truly immersive way to experience life on the farm.

Our offerings continue to grow. In 2025, we opened our very own coffee shop on-site, marking the beginning of our journey into direct-to-customer meat sales. From our pasture-raised Dexter cattle and Saddleback pigs to our diverse flocks of sheep, we’re proud to offer food that’s born, raised, and prepared right here on our land.

That same year, we also welcomed four beehives to the farm — and with them, our first jars of homegrown Horncastle Honey.

Whether you’re visiting us for a family day out, a coffee in the countryside, or to shop our produce, we invite you to be part of our journey — one that celebrates British farming, sustainability, and real food.