Farming Stories: Jo, Adstockfields Farm
In the heart of Buckinghamshire, Jo runs a 1,200-acre family farm that balances heritage with innovation. The land, primarily arable, also supports cattle, cricket bat willows, and orchards - a mix that reflects both tradition and adaptability. For Jo, the future of...
Landowner Stories: James Nason, Pitchford
From the Industrial Revolution to the Green Revolution in Shropshire. Nestled in the rolling Shropshire hills, the Pitchford Estate has stood since 1473 - a Tudor landmark surrounded by ancient hedgerows, orchards, and woodlands. Today, it’s not only a reminder of...
Jiggy and Johnny, Garthorpe Village Hall
In the small village of Garthorpe, North Lincolnshire, the local hall has long been a cornerstone of community life. Garthorpe Village Hall, a vibrant hub for the community, has undergone significant improvements in recent years, in part thanks to funding from local...
Landowner stories: Nicholas Watts, Vine House Farm
It was the great-grandfather of Nicholas Watts that first moved to Deeping St. Nicholas, Lincolnshire, in 1883. With his family owning and operating Vine House Farm for over 70 years, it was in the late 90's that he was first approached by a wind farm developer with...
5 stats to know about the UK’s Renewable Energy potential
Everyone in the UK agrees that renewable energy is the future! However, for 45% of the UK right now, our top priority isn’t the energy transition – it’s ensuring financial security for ourselves and our families. Luckily, the number of jobs being created in the...