Alongside studying hard to qualify as a botanical skincare formulator I am working on my own range of skincare products. I no longer use any mass produced skincare products on my skin. The more I’ve learnt about the make up of my skin, and how it absorbs and can be nourished by what is placed …
I wonder if you can relate to each of us in our family having a niggle of some kind with our skin? Eczema was such a big problem for our eldest son, when he was tiny, that he went through a period when the only way he could sleep was having wet wraps over his …
Our soil is not the easiest. In fact I have to admit I really did not enjoy the original making stage of our garden. We had to get creative in how we gardened just to keep going. When you watch Monty Don slipping his spade into his soil we could only look on in envy. …
I love the natural beauty of the English countryside. At a time like this when everything is so different I find stopping to enjoy the natural world even more essential. Alone time just to walk and meditate and to see nature continuing as normal. I share this time with my dog Nelly. She is the …
Calendula has to be one of the most popular medicinal herbs used today. It is in many ointments and creams for treating everything from minor grazes to fungal infections. We grow it year round in our polytunnel and it is rarely out of flower. Its cheerful bright orange or yellow flowers lift the spirits! Not …
We grow a lot of flowers for cutting. From early spring onwards we aim to have fresh flowers for all our guests in their accommodation. We like them to be bright and vibrant – a little joyous bouquet to lift the spirits of our guests as they arrive after a long journey. This year we …
With lockdown continuing we are always on the look out for new inventive ways to reduce our visits to the shops. We are incredibly lucky to have the space around us that allows us to forage from the land without leaving the farm. Today I visited our woodland to take advantage of one of my …
Times like these make us all look at the world through fresh eyes. As the news unfolds daily with the latest worries over the Coronavirus, more and more I find myself appreciating watching nature unfold this spring and observing our animals going about their daily activities with their usual bounce. With a fresh focus I’ve …
For romantic escapes Dorset Forest Garden Glamping brings together stunning far reaching views, beautiful vintage style canvas or tin accommodation with peace and quiet. Set in 20 acres, we have just four gorgeous self-catering glamping accommodations nestled in the heart of Dorset’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close by to The Jurassic Coast. Each has its own private ensuite facilities.
Away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and with so little light pollution – you can soak up starry night skies from your own private hot tub.
Although some guests never leave the forest garden, you’ll find much of interest in the vicinity. There are many local places to eat and drink (several award winning spots right on the doorstep ).
Beautiful West Dorset is such a diverse county. Rolling countryside, dramatic cliffs, sweeping beaches, idyllic villages (right out of a Thomas Hardy’s novel), and bustling towns (Beaminster and Bridport are a must visit!). We are just 8 miles from West Bay on the Jurassic Coast (aka ITV fictional town Broadchurch).
There is a network of bridleways and footpaths straight from our entrance – making days out walking really easy and accessible.
We have a lot of grass in the Forest Garden during this early phase and have taken on some little helpers to help to keep this in check. They are loving their new home – especially the bathing facilities! Watch this video of our new additions (The large Muscovy is named Mr Incredible due to his …
