FEBRUARY DIARY

Dear Guests

February has arrived already! I thought all the snow had gone, but during the middle of last week (3 February) we had another light covering.

Before Christmas, Bethecar Moor Commoner's Association accompanied by Tony Hill (National Park) and willing volunteers (Teresa Morris - Natural England and Miles and Jennifer from the Forestry Commission) had a lovely day planting 500 juniper trees near Dodgson Wood.

Teresa and I returned last week to complete the work.

I have attached some photographs so you can appreciate the magnificent views near to Abbot Park Farm. The views show Coniston Water, Dow Crag, Coniston Old Man, planting juniper trees and canoeing on Coniston Water.

Life is still busy on the farm and we eagerly await the arrival of the lambs.

Carole Dickinson

Dear Guests

JANUARY DIARY

This month on the farm we are currently working hard to bring the farm schedule back into line following the heavy snow and icy spells which have hindered farming activities following the festive season.

In January the key activities are:

Ensuring the cows and sheep are fed well (due to the cold weather they rely on extra feed)

Feeding the hens, ducks and dogs

Fluke and worming the sheep and sorting as some are due to lamb next month (February)

Four cows are due to calve next month (February)

Muck spreading

Hedging (maintaining the hedgerows)

We are looking forward to the Spring and warmer weather, which is kinder to the animals.

Look out for next month's update, complete with pictures.

Best wishes


Carole Dickinson
Abbot Park Tearoom and Campsite