Men working the farm and women providing background support, on hand with tea and cake – a common notion right? Sure this still pervades the industry with a degree of prominence, however today younger women are coming to the fore. No longer are women…
In Anticipation of Autumn & The Noble Pigeon – by A Country Lady’s guest writer Matt Limb OBE. I sat this month waiting for that moment of transition; for the leaves to start and turn, for the days to get cooler and for the night to draw in. …
Don’t even waste your time going to see a chestnut mare said my farrier, a good friend of mine and someone who really knows his stuff when it comes to buying horses! Chestnut mares have quite the reputation for being difficult to ride, handle,…
At the weekend my partner and I had a go at tackling the garden. I don’t proclaim to be an experienced gardener but I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of plant shopping and designing how I wanted the garden – I found the process very…
I’ve ridden for over 20 years and I have therefore used my fair share of bits in that period. Recently I purchased a Horse who arrived with full tack included (always a bonus!). As part of her tack, a Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge…
Recently I attended Henley Royal Regatta and since attending the event I have been dying to write about it! It is quite possibly the most ‘English’ event I have ever attended. A place where trainers and informal dress is unseen, Henley is exquisitely English and…
A farmhouse kitchen is at the heart of every country home. For those in need of some inspiration, I thought I’d share some of my essentials that define the perfect country kitchen. 1. Find somewhere to put muddy boots – Living in…
This year mum has certainly got her flower growing to a tee. Our garden is in full flower and with the annual Falmouth produce and flower summer show coming up at the weekend, it’s certainly good timing. I asked Mum for her 6 tops…
One of the great things about living in the Country is the versatility regarding the sports you can do, individually, or with your friends. There’s the exhilarating forest runs and hill sprints for the brave, or some great hacks around the bridal ways and…
I always think it must be a great life being a farm cat, freedom, fresh air and lots of exploring! This is my sisters cat Beatrix (named after Beatrix Potter) and over the last year we’ve been snapping pics of her exploring the farm.…