The Rare Breeds Survival Trust was founded in 1973 as a national charity (reg. no. 269442) for the conservation and promotion of the UK’s rare breeds of native farm livestock, including poultry, in response to the perilously low numbers of certain breeds. 26 breeds had become extinct between 1900 and 1973 and even today there are still over 90 breeds at risk which need RBST’s … [Read more...]
Welcome to the Earth Trust
At the Earth Trust we think that the best way to look after the places we love is to change the way we live. We give people life-changing experiences that reconnect us to the natural world. The Earth Trust is all about people and the way they feel, think and act towards the environment. We are convinced that the world is currently at a turning point. At the Earth Trust we … [Read more...]
Cocoa Biscuits
This is a great biscuit recipe which has been passed down through our family over the years and is quick and easy to make. Even Tesco make something similar now – but homemade is best! 6oz Self Raising Flour 4oz Marge 4 oz Granulated Sugar Approx 2 tbs Cocoa A little milk Cream sugar and marge together. Add sifted flour, cocoa and milk alternately to make a soft … [Read more...]
Farm2Grow
Farm2Grow is a not for profit voluntary enterprise care farm based at Baileys Barn Farm in Wetley Rocks. The 12 acre site we have here is used for mixed farming including the growing of crops, and also raising livestock such as our cows and chickens, as well as our two miniature horses Charlie and Josh who are used for animal assisted therapy and are a big attraction to our … [Read more...]