Since we start our journey with Highland Cows 16 years ago, we have always had the idea to open our gates to welcoming people onto our Farm, to share our passion for this adorable animals in our special part of Bedfordshire. We want to give people an opportunity to meet the cows, learn about the history of the Highland Breed as well as the Harris Fold and have a chance to ask as many questions as they wish.

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We look forward to meeting you. ​

Sue & Paul

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Meet the Harris Fold Highland Cattle

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​Come and join us for an exclusive introduction to the Harris Fold and a walk on the Farm to see our Highland coos. ​

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• Welcome and introduction in the cow shed

• A guided walk on the farm to see our Highlands, before returning to the cow shed for refreshments.

• The event will last approximately 1.5 hours.

• An opportunity to meet the Highlands, take photographs, learn more about the Highland breed and the historic setting where the coos live. 

• We can accommodate a small group (Max 20 People). Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

• The ground on the farm may be rough where the cattle have trodden so we recommend wellies or strong boots to keep your feet dry.

• As the weather in Bedfordshire is unpredictable please bring layers to keep yourself warm, and have a waterproof jacket with you. 

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Washing and Grooming Workshops

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Come and join us for a hands-on educational workshop washing, cleaning and grooming our young coos.  The workshop will take approximately 2hrs. 

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• Welcome and introduction in The Cow Shed

• Wash cows

• Groom cows

• An opportunity to take photographs - before and after

• Small group workshop only (max 4 people).  Children must be a minimum of 12 years old and up and must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

• Footwear: We recommend wellies or strong boots, preferably with steel toe caps, to help keep your feet dry. 

• Clothing: As you are washing and grooming cows, you are likely to get a bit wet yourself. So, to protect yourself please wear old clothes and bring any waterproof clothing you may have. As the weather in Bedfordshire is unpredictable please bring layers to keep yourself warm.​​​

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Cow Shed Talks

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We occasionally arrange for quest speakers to come along in the summer months and share their knowledge and experiences on various topics such as:

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• Local history

• Architecture

• Agriculture 

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​Facilities

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• Tea, Coffee, Cold Drinks and Snacks available to purchase

• Free Parking

• Portaloo

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Terms & Conditions

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During the events we sometimes take photos and videos to be published to our social media profiles and website.  Please let us know if you do not want you photo or video taken.

 

Please get in contact for special access requirements as due to this being a working farm the surfaces can be uneven.  If you have mobility or health issues please call us before booking so we can discuss which of our experiences will best suit you.

 

Dogs, we like dogs, though we kindly request that all dogs are left at home as Highlands in-calf or recently calved can be nervous around dogs at this time and show protective behaviour.

 

As there are only the two of us trying to juggle everything that comes with running a farm, please be understanding when emails take a while to get back to you.

 

We will be opening the farm from April to October and activities will be weather dependent to include Farm walks, Workshops and Cow Shed talks.  Please check the website for the availability of activities.  We will release tickets on a month by month basis.

Visitors to the farm must be by appointment only we cannot accommodate spectators. 

 

Contact us:

M: 07771 883459

W: harrisfold.com

 

How to find us:

Address: Harris Fold, Gratins Lane, Hulcote, Bedfordshire MK17 8BW

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