We’re organising a sheep discussion evening on Wednesday 18th March at Cowshill Village Hall So far we have the following topics lined up for discussion: Ewe nutrition in pregnancy Understanding and prevention of mineral deficiencies, for example pine (trace element deficiency). Treatment of scald Pros and cons of raising orphan lambs Can you please let …
Recently a message came in which may be of interest to newer members or those still at the stage of contemplating a change to the rural, smallholding lifestyle. Work is currently getting started on a new television show produced by Raise the Roof Productions, a Glasgow-based production company. They were set up in 2010 by …
Here’s a quick reminder about the North Pennines Smallholders AGM for 2017 which is happening on Wed 13 September. This will be held at the Golden Lion, Allendale starting at 7.30 and nibbles will be available during the evening. As many of our members have hens we have asked Kate Jackson to talk about poultry …
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Just a final reminder that the annual North Pennines Smallholders barbecue is happening this weekend. This is an ideal opportunity to find out more about the future plans for the North Pennines Smallholders group, contribute your ideas for future events and to connect with other smallholders, growers and landowners from around the North Pennines (and beyond). …
This is a weekend daytime event with the intention of demonstrating some practical management skills such as planting/aftercare, coppicing and managing difficult sites as well as learning more about tree diseases and biosecurity. See the calendar entry for this FREE event to find out more details
Details have been finalised for some more events over the coming months so here is a brief summary. Full information for each event including contact details for reserving a place can be found on the specific calendar entry: Beekeeping / Christmas Social – Thurs 15 Dec (evening) Burns Night Supper – Weds 25 Jan 2017 …
There are still a few places left for the upcoming Meadow Flowers day course at Bowlees Visitor Centre. There have been a few emails sent out which mentioned the wrong date but this event is definitely taking place on SATURDAY 25th JUNE This is a FREE event with all refreshments and lunch provided as well …
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Just a quick reminder about the North Pennines Smallholders – Open Meeting which will be held at The Golden Lion, Allendale early in May. This will be a great opportunity for members to meet the committee, provide feedback on the progress so far and contribute ideas for the future development of the group. It’s also …
A television production company called Pi Productions, run by John Silver who created Grand Designs and reinvented MasterChef, are currently casting for a new prime-time documentary series following six ambitious people who are following their dreams and are uprooting to start a whole new life. They are looking for families or couples who are planning …
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We still have a few places left for the upcoming Weed Control evening talk on Weds 13 April at High Forest Community Centre, Sinderhope. As with all events organised by NPS, this is FREE for members and only £3 for non-members but remember that membership fees are only £10 per holding for a year. Joining …
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