Blog

New milk vending machine in the farm shop

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Posted: 11 September 20

We're excited to announce that our brand new milk vending machine is up and running in the farm shop!

Eat Out to Help Out

Every Monday - Wednesday in August (after Tuesday 11th August), we will be taking part in the government's Eat Out to Help Out scheme

Celebrating 35 years of Farndon Fields!

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Posted: 10 July 20

This year we are celebrating 35 years of Farndon Fields and to celebrate we'll be having a week long party!

Father’s Day Gift Guide 2020

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Posted: 3 June 20

To help you choose the perfect gift for Dad this Father’s Day. Father’s Day : Sunday 21st June

Feeding Harborough: Our new home delivery service

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Posted: 13 April 20

We are delighted with how popular our new service has been and in the first 3 weeks, we have managed to pick, pack and deliver over 1,500 orders to customers who are self-isolating.

Farm Shop of the Year 2020

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Posted: 10 March 20

We're are over the moon to announce that we have won the Farm Shop of the Year in the Guild of Fine Food Awards!

National Butchers Week

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Posted: 9 March 20

National Butchers Week is here! We're proud to have our own team of master butchers here at Farndon Fields.

British Pie Week

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Posted: 28 February 20

Did you know that British Pie Week starts on Monday, try out our delicious new recipe!

Our Favourite Valentines Day Dinners

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Posted: 5 February 20

This Valentines Day, why not treat your loved one to a Valentine's Day feast they'll love.

We are proud to announce our new sponsorship!

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Posted: 27 January 20

We're excited to announce that we are the sponsors for local group Rocket Youth Sports Cheerleading Class!

What to cook this Burns Night

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Posted: 18 January 20

Burns Night is a celebration of the life and work of the Scottish poet Robert Burns and the perfect opportunity to try cooking something new

The mystery of the gold ring in the Savoy Cabbage

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Posted: 14 January 20

On Saturday 7th December, a Savoy Cabbage was bought from us here at Farndon Fields. The customer took the cabbage home and whilst she was preparing the veg found a gold ring inside. We're now trying to reunite the ring with its owner and solve the mystery of the gold ring in the savoy cabbage!

Supporting our local community & charities

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Posted: 10 January 20

In 2019, we supported over 100 local groups, community fundraisers and charity events.

Make shopping local your New Years Resolution

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Posted: 1 January 20

It's around this time of year that everyone starts to think of New Year's resolutions for the year ahead. Why not make one simple change and make it your resolution to shop and eat local in 2020.

What to cook with your leftover Turkey

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Posted: 26 December 19

Christmas may have been and gone, but your leftover from the might day may still be sitting in the back of the fridge. Check out some of our top recipes for leftover turkey.

Our tips and timings for the perfect turkey

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Posted: 19 December 19

If you're worried about cooking the perfect Christmas turkey because you're afraid to get it wrong, don't be! We've put together a few of our top tips to help you sail through Christmas day and present your family and friends with a delicious turkey.

Luxury Christmas Wreath making workshop

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Posted: 5 December 19

On Wednesday 4th December, we hosted our very first wreath making workshop! We warmed mulled wine and mince pies and welcomed 12 lovely ladies to create something special for their front door.

How to care for your Fresh Christmas Tree

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Posted: 30 November 19

There's nothing more impressive than a healthy looking Christmas tree so we've put together a few easy tips to look after your fresh tree this year.

Christmas Shopping Evening 2019

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Posted: 28 November 19

On Wednesday 27th November, we hosted our annual Christmas Shopping Evening here at Farndon Fields!

Farndon Fields Christmas Gift Guide 2019

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Posted: 25 November 19

From stocking fillers to hampers, we've selected a few of our favourite Christmas presents from around the farm shop!

Our guide to brilliant Brussels Sprouts

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Posted: 22 November 19

Whether you're a lover or a hater, follow our guide and learn why Brussels Sprouts shouldn't just be eaten at Christmas!

Calligraphy Workshop with Millie Stone

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Posted: 18 November 19

On Wednesday evening we channeled our creative side and learnt the art of Modern Calligraphy with local artist Millie Stone.

Pumpkin Farm Experience 2019

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Posted: 8 November 19

Well, what a fantastic October we've had down at the farm. We had an exciting few weeks welcoming customers old and new to come and explore all that we grow here at Farndon Fields.

Great Food Club Awards 2020: Farm Shop of the Year!

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Posted: 2 November 19

We are pleased to announce that we have won Farm Shop of the Year in the Great Food Club Awards 2020!

Flower Workshops at Farndon Fields

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Posted: 1 October 19

Back in August, we hosted our very first flower workshop in the Farmer's Kitchen. Well, it was such a success we invited her back for an Autumn workshop as well!

Farndon Fields Team Farm Tour 2019

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Posted: 23 September 19

After a busy summer we gathered up the team and headed down to the farm for our annual team tour.

3 tasty ways to enjoy Orla potatoes

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Posted: 8 August 19

If you aren't familiar with the Orla potato then you really have been missing out...

The story of the Farndon Fields strawberry

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Posted: 26 July 20

Believe it or not, here at Farndon Fields we've been growing strawberries for over 30 years!

Independent Retailer Month Farndon Fields

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Posted: 16 July 19

Farndon Fields is a first-generation family business founded by Kevin Stokes in 1983 when he ploughed the grass fields and planted the first potatoes at Farndon Fields Farm...

Summer Shopping Festival 2019

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Posted: 1 July 19

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for our Summer Shopping Festival!

3 reasons you should treat yourself to a houseplant

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Posted: 10 June 19

Did you know that people tend to spend up to 90% of their time indoors? So why not bring the outdoors in with a lovely looking houseplant!

Our top 5 British cheeses

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Posted: 4 June 19

Have you met Sam? He is our resident cheese expert and has just returned from competing in the Young Cheesemonger of Year 2019 Awards, and guess what? He came second!

5 Easy Ways To Use Less Plastic

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Posted: 8 May 19

Here at Farndon Fields, we’re always trying to work out how we can reduce our own plastic waste as well as that of our customers. Follow these easy 5 steps to get you started.

How to create a potted herb garden

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Posted: 29 April 19

This week we thought we’d make the most of all the lovely potted herbs we have at Farndon Fields and show you how to create a potted herb garden.

5 recipes to celebrate British Tomato Week

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Posted: 21 May 19

It's British Tomato Week, well technically British Tomato Fortnight as this year we get two weeks to go tomato crazy!

Muddy Stiletto Awards 2019

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Posted: 17 May 19

To celebrate being a finalist in the Muddy Stiletto Awards, we thought we'd share just a few of our favourite local businesses that are also finalists in this year's awards.

Why you should get a Farndon Fields loyalty card

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Posted: 6 May 19

Signing up for a loyalty card is quick and easy and means you'll be rewarded for shopping in the Farm Shop and eating in the Farmer's Kitchen.

Leicestershire Tourism Awards 2017 Winner!

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Posted: 4 December 17

We are very excited to announce that we won The Best Farm Shop Award in the Leicestershire Tourism Awards 2017!

National Vegetarian Week 2019

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Posted: 13 May 19

Now it probably comes as no surprise that we LOVE vegetables here at Farndon Fields! But how can you incorporate more vegetables into your weekly meals?

Our Easter favourites at Farndon Fields

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Posted: 5 May 19

We've put together a few Easter recipes we love to cook over the long weekend. Hopefully, we can inspire you to put your chef hat on and rustle up a tasty meal for the whole family.

Great British Beef Week 2019

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Posted: 5 April 19

Great British Beef Week is an annual event which this year is taking place between the 1st - 7th April. We want to take this opportunity to champion the quality local beef we source directly from local farmers we know and trust. We believe in quality, not always quantity.

Christmas Shopping Evening 2017

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Posted: 1 December 17

On Wednesday 29th November we hosted our Christmas Shopping Evening at Farndon Fields. We welcomed several local suppliers to sample their products as well as having a range of our own homemade products to taste too.

Farndon Fields Team Evening

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Posted: 19 September 17

The Farndon Fields team enjoyed an evening on the farm in September for our annual farm tour and dinner.

Muddy Stiletto Awards 2017

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Posted: 19 July 17

We won the Best Farm Shop in Leicestershire Award in the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2017!

The Blaston Show 2017

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Posted: 30 June 17

This year was the show’s 60th Anniversary which celebrated how much farming has changed since 1957.

Air Ambulance Charity Donation

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Posted: 30 June 17

We’d like to say a massive thank you to all our customers who helped us raise over £1300 for the Air Ambulance Service!

Spring Farm to Fork Dinner 2017

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Posted: 16 May 17

On 26th April we hosted the Spring Farm to Fork Dinner, the evening celebrated Spring and our local farming community.

Winter Farm to Fork Dinner 2017

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Posted: 10 February 17

The Winter Farm to Fork Dinner was held on Tuesday 24th January in the Farmer’s Kitchen.

Christmas Shopping Evening 2016

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Posted: 10 December 16

To welcome in the festive season we invited our loyal customers to come and join us for an evening of local food and lie music here at Farndon Fields.

Joules Photoshoot at Farndon Fields

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Posted: 26 October 16

During a few lovely sunny Autumn days in October the Joules crew descended on Farndon Fields for a photoshoot around the farm shop.

Autumn Farm to Fork Dinner 2016

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Posted: 18 November 16

We welcomed 100 guests to enjoy a five course tasting menu crafted by Greg and our team of chefs.

Farndon Fields Team Evening 2016

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Posted: 18 August 16

On Wednesday 17th August the Farm Shop, Farmer’s Kitchen and Farm teams all came together on the farm for our annual tractor and trailer farm tour and Big Green Egg BBQ.

Summer Farm to Fork Dinner 2016

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Posted: 16 August 16

We brought the farm to the farm shop for the Summer Farm to Fork Dinner!