Open Farm Sunday at Millbeck Farm
Learn about Herdwick sheep and the life of a hill farming family in Langdale as part of Open Farm Sunday. It includes a short, guided walk to the farm with a National Trust ranger.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Learn about Herdwick sheep and the life of a hill farming family in Langdale as part of Open Farm Sunday.
Chris and Emily who run Millbeck Farm will be opening it up to visitors for the first time. Come along to see some iconic Herdwick sheep, meet the farmer and learn more about a day and year in their life. It includes a short, guided walk to the farm with a National Trust ranger who’ll provide an overview of Langdale and its agricultural heritage and the conservation work being delivered in the valley.
You’ll have the chance to learn more about farm stewardship and the crucial work farmers do producing food, nurturing nature and protecting the environment for future generations.
Open Farm Sunday is managed by LEAF (Linking Environment and Farming) and has been running since 2006. LEAF brings farmers and consumers together to raise awareness of how farmers are working in harmony with nature to produce good food with environmental care, sustainably.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895 Event is free but booking is essential. Pay & display parking charges apply (NT members park free)
- Suitability
The event is suitable for all ages
- Meeting point
National Trust - Stickle Ghyll Car Park LA22 9JU (just past Lanty Slee’s on the right hand side as you travel along Great Langdale). *Please do not drive to the farm itself*.
- What to bring and wear
Please bring warm clothing and waterproofs and wear suitable footwear. We will be on uneven terrain during the walk and the farm may well have some rough and slightly muddy areas.
- Accessibility
The event itself includes a 5-10 min walk over fairly rough terrain to the farm. A more easy going walk along the farm driveway will also be available (slightly further, but easier underfoot). There is limited parking available at the farm that must be pre-booked. If you have accessibility needs or need a parking space nearer the farm email langdale@nationaltrust.org.uk
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