JOURNAL
Seasonal news, updates and goings-on around Daylesford.
Cotswold Blue Legbar Hens & Eggs
At Daylesford we have a passion for conserving traditional breeds, which is why we are particular fond of our flock of Blue Legbar hens. These chickens are famous for their beautiful pastel-blue eggshells, which come in a range of hues and sizes. The girls enjoy an organic, free-range lifestyle, foraging on the lush pastures of our […]
Spring fever at Daylesford: the best sights, smells and tastes of the season
The best organic foods and recipes to celebrate the season Spring is a wonderful time on the farm – after the chill of winter, the first glimpse of young green shoots breaking through is most welcome. Everything we do at Daylesford is done in tandem with the seasons and we look forward to each […]
Early Spring in your Garden
Jez Taylor, Head of the Organic Market Garden at Daylesford, offers his advice for gardening at this time of year In the world of plants, very little growing happens below 8 *C. Before the beginning of April, most of our horticultural concerns are about getting a head start and preparing for the growing season ahead. […]
Stock up in our Zero Waste Pantry
Our Zero Waste Pantry at the farm helps to reduce and eliminate unnecessary food and household product waste. Here, we share some of our favourite loose fill items and seasonal recipes to inspire you as you stock up your storecupboard shelves.