Over 100 species of farmland birds recorded on the farm
For many years we have been recording birds seen on the farm and with the help of the RSPB Farmer/Volunteer Alliance and the Kent Wildlife Trust, we have now compiled a list of over 100 species – please contact us if you would like a copy.
Read moreUpdate on tunnel planning application, July 2010
We have given Tonbridge and Malling substantial additional information to support our planning application to continue using tunnels to protect our soft fruit crops. We believe this answers all the questions and concerns raised both by the Council and by the local community, which we have actively consulted. Most recently in May we had a successful farm open morning where we showed the plans and detail of the application to the many attendees, and organised farm tours for those who were interested to see soft fruit growing in action.
Read more"Wimbledon's finest servings come from a Kent fruit farm"
HLF in the press: "As thousands of visitors descend on SW19 to watch the stars of tennis, William Surman discovers more about one of Wimbledon’s best loved traditions."
The facts about our use of polytunnels
o to protect developing crops from frost, and fruit from rain, hail and wind
o to minimise pest and disease pressure so reducing the need to spray
o to create a pleasant working environment for pickers
o to extend the growing season so replacing imported fruit
o to provide our customers with reliable supply.
Local berries to all Waitrose stores
Hugh Lowe Farms will be supplying local berries to all Waitrose stores in Kent this year keeping food miles down and delivering the freshest best tasting berries.
Read moreSeven Mile Lane will be open again
The Pick Your Own field at Alders roundabout on the Seven Mile Lane in Mereworth will be open again in July 2008. Please call 01622 812229 during office hours for all information about the PYO.
Read more'Welcome' letter from us
Everyone who has been given an HLF SAWS workcard or an EU-HLF place through HOPS will receive a 'Welcome' letter from us. Please read this letter very carefully and email us if there is anything you do not understand. email: ligita.nociute@hlf.co.uk
Read moreOur Facebook group
Our Facebook group is generating a lot of wonderful photos. If you have worked for us before please join up!
Read more2008 season has now started
With warmer weather, the 2008 season has now started, a little later than last year. The Glasshouse Tulameen and Maravilla raspberries are excellent quality and the early Darselect strawberries are tasting wonderful.
Read moreNew for 2008!
New for 2008! The camp has upgraded water heating systems to ensure unlimited hot water. The camp wide WiFi system is working and all the cabins have been redecorated. We are looking forward to the season and to welcoming all our seasonal staff here both familiar and new faces.
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