Courteenhall Estate

07/11/2024

Embrace the holiday spirit and craft your own beautiful Christmas wreath at our festive workshops! ✨🎄

Join us at Courteenhall Estate’s cozy Old Grammar School, where Sarah Muddiman from Spindle Berry Flowers will guide you through creating a wild and charming wreath using fresh foliage, all foraged from the Estate’s scenic grounds. 🌿

With a roaring log burner, classic Christmas tunes and seasonal treats to enjoy, this three hour workshop is the perfect way to welcome the holiday season with warmth and creativity. All materials are provided, but please feel free to bring any special touches to make your wreath uniquely yours. 🎄✨

Book your spot now by using the link below or type Courteenhall Christmas Wreath making workshops 2024 on the eventbrite website. 🎟️



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21/10/2024

We are delighted to announce that Courteenhall Farms is a proud Business Supporter of the Norfolk Food Hall project, which officially commenced with a ground breaking ceremony at the RNAA Norfolk showground on the 11th October 2024.✨

The new Norfolk Food Hall will serve as a dynamic showcase for the region’s outstanding food and drink producers, highlighting the rich variety and quality that Norfolk has to offer. 🐄🐷🥔

18/10/2024

We’re thrilled that Dr Johnny Wake has been named Sustainable Farmer of the Year at last nights British Farming Awards🏆🌳

The Sustainable Farmer of the Year award recognises pioneering farmers who are safeguarding the land for future generations and are embracing sustainable farming practices which work in harmony with the environment.

Courteenhall Farms spans 1,800 acres and is a model of sustainable and diversified farming practices. Our farm combines arable crops with innovative practices to strengthen environmental stewardship, community engagement, and financial stability.

He said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to win this award and it’s very exciting to be recognised for all the effort we are making to farm as sustainably as we can. But it’s a real joint effort and I’d like to thank the whole team at Courteenhall who are endlessly amazing and who all share our values and ethos.”

01/10/2024

❗️Job Opportunity❗️

Are you looking to work in a great team? We are currently recruiting for a Poultry Worker at Courteenhall.

To enquire today please email [email protected] with your CV and contact details

30/09/2024

We can’t wait to hear Milly Fyfe Marketing and PR Services on NLive Radio this Saturday. Make sure to tune in! ✨

16/09/2024

We were delighted to host the annual The Royal Agricultural Society of England awards Day last week which saw six members of the agricultural community receive awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the agricultural industry through leadership, spearheading of innovation and demonstration of best practice.🚜

Congratulations to all the winners, which included Lord Hertford, David Miller, Simon Griffiths, Angus Gowthorpe FRASE and David Brass. Minette Batters won the National Agricultural Award. ✨



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11/09/2024

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09/09/2024

It was great to hear Dr Johnny Wake talking about the positive impact Environmental Farmers Group has had on over 600 other farms.🌾🚜

EFG’s mission is to harness, scale and member cooperation to secure the best environmental results and financial returns for a wide range of natural capital goods and services. EFG has the desired outcomes of: biodiversity and species recovery, clean water and Net carbon zero farming by 2040.

⬇️ Make sure to have a listen using the link below ⬇️

Listen on BBC Sounds - BBC Radio 4's Farming Today 04/09/24 (4m55s to 8m55s).

NI water quality targets are likely to be missed, according to a new report.

02/09/2024

Apple day 2024! 🍎

Our annual Apple day was yesterday and some of the team got to work picking all of the apples off the trees in the orchard to make into our delicious Courteenhall apple juice! 🧃

A new tradition we have started in the past 2 years is also holding the Plum Jam competition after we have finished picking all of the fruit. This is where each of the competitors are given 1kg of plums from the Estate to make into Jam this creates less waste and lots of jam! - this year’s winner was Tim! 🎉

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09/08/2024

We’re honoured that Dr Johnny Wake has been shortlisted for the Sustainable Farmer of the Year in this year’s British Farming Awards.
Johnny gave up his full-time job as a doctor eleven years ago to take over the running of Courteenhall Estate and evolve it from being a business based around arable farming and residential property to one on a much more diverse and sustainable footing.
During that time, Johnny and the Courteenhall team have taken on board a number of new climate friendly farming practices to help us secure a sustainable future now and for generations to come.
It’s exciting to be recognised for all the effort we are making to farm sustainably.

British Farming Awards

08/08/2024

Are you looking for somewhere to rent? 🏡

This beautiful 3 bed property in Courteenhall village could be perfect for you! With its great location and beautiful original features it is the perfect space for creating new memories surrounded by the incredible English countryside! ✨

Please contact [email protected] to enquire today.

16/07/2024

🩷🚜 Nearly 200 women dressed in pink for this years Pink Ladies Tractor Road Run at our sister site, Gawdy Hall estate

For over 20 years, this incredible event, created by Annie Chapman, has been raising funds for Cancer Research UK, supported by local communities in Harleston, Norfolk and beyond. 💕

The 20 mile route through South Norfolk and North Suffolk brings together drivers, families and spectators for a picnic in Gawdy’s parkland. 🌳✨

This year they welcomed 194 participants, including 60 newcomers! Well done to everyone involved and make sure to visit their website to donate today! 🚜🩷

15/07/2024

Last week the team rolled up their sleeves and dedicated a day to pulling up as much Ragwort as possible! 🌱

Ragwort contains toxins that can severely damage the liver, posing a serious risk to our cattle. These toxins accumulate over time, with symptoms sometimes taking up to 18 months to appear! 🌼

Although we couldn’t get all of it, every bit of Ragwort we removed is a step towards healthier, safer fields for our animals 🐮

04/07/2024

A single rare Bee Orchid has bloomed here at Courteenhall!

Spotted by our Head Groundsman Darron, this stunning Orchid (Ophrys Apifera) is a true marvel of nature. Its petals mimic a female bee, tricking male bees into pollinating it! 🐝🪻

This special plant is protected in many countries, the Bee Orchids appearance is unpredictable, making this sighting extra special. 🌎🌸

25/06/2024

11/06/2024

What an amazing day we had at our Open Farm and Church fete! 🌾 A huge thank you to everyone who came to support us - we hope you all had as much fun as we did! ✨

The Tails of Hartwell dog show was a massive success and it was such a treat to see so many of your adorable dogs 🐶 we hope everyone enjoyed the tractor trailer rides, giving an exclusive look at some of the incredible things we do here at Courteenhall. 🚜

Of course, a big shoutout to all of the amazing volunteers who helped run the stalls! From the cake stall, coffee stall, kids corner, brass band, bar and open garden - we had it all! 🧁🎺☕️🌳🍺

Beanworks
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06/06/2024

Don’t miss out on this incredible article by Ruth Wills in Farmers Guardian where you find out all about how sustainability is the key to keeping Courteenhall Estate here for many more years to come! 🐄🌳

03/06/2024

Don’t miss out!! ✨

We have so many exciting things going on at our Church fete this Saturday from 11am-2pm!

Make sure to come down and enjoy our open gardens, don’t forget to enter your dogs into the dog show 🐶

Tails of Hartwell
New Leaf Learning
Beanworks