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Dawn Harrison makes opening tribute to David Thomlinson

Tribute paid to inspirational auctioneer, David Thomlinson

Agriculture, Business August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Harrison & Hetherington has named its main pedigree auction ring, ‘Ring 3 The David Thomlinson Ring’ in honour of previous Managing Director. Harrison & Hetherington is delighted to announce that ring 3 will […]

Left to Right Matt Owens chairman Craft Guild of Chefs, Dan McGeorge head chef Rothay Manor and Simon Frost Hoshizaki UK

Cumbrian chef Dan McGeorge wins a prestigious accolade at Craft Guild of Chefs’ Awards

Agriculture, Awards, Business, Food June 15, 2022June 25, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Leading hospitality names such as Gary Jones and Alistair Birt were among those recognised at a glittering ceremony for the esteemed Craft Guild of Chefs Awards 2022, which also saw […]

Farmer on tractor

Support for Eden Agribusinesses as Council partners with Farmer Network

Agriculture, Business May 27, 2022May 28, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Through its Inspiring Eden programme and working in partnership with the Farmer Network, Eden District Council is unveiling a fully-funded support package for farmers in the area. The programme has […]

Farm film by Rob Grange

Feel good factor film for Lakes’ farmers

Agriculture, Business May 19, 2022May 30, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

In the wake of a pioneering publication showcasing why farming matters to the Lake District’s iconic landscapes for nature recovery and climate action, a new film follows in its footsteps. […]

Learn life-saving skills at first aid course for farmers

Agriculture, Business May 9, 2022May 9, 2022 David Coulter 0 Comments

A FIRST AID course for farmers offering practical skills to deal with life-threatening on-farm accidents is being held next month. The course, which takes place at Carlisle’s Borderway Mart, has […]

Young Handler entrant to this years competition Ben with Rita at Spital Farm, near Kendal

Kendal artisan butcher encourages future farmers 

Agriculture, Business, Food April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Artisan butcher Robert Unwin, owner of Lake District butcher’s shop Roast Mutton, is helping support North West Auction Mart’s Young Handler’s Competition 2021-22.  As with previous years this highly regarded […]

Abigail Wass

New face joins Davidson & Robertsons team to support farming resilience 

Agriculture, Business April 1, 2022April 5, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

The significant changes to support for farming and land management have increased the level of enquiries at Davidson & Roberson (D&R), leading to the appointment of Abigail Wass as Assistant […]

Planting a tree for the Platinum Jubilee - Long standing committee member Jamie Fisher plants a tree for the jubilee, overseen by members of the committee, Show Chair Fiona Kidd, and Sarah Harden

Penrith Show plant a tree for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Agriculture, Business March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

To mark 50 years on the showfield, and to honour the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Penrith Show has planted a commemorative oak tree on the field that has been their home […]

Skelton Show a traditional agricultural show for the whole family

Skelton Show seeks volunteers for return of annual event

Agriculture, Business, Recruitment February 17, 2022February 20, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

After a gap of two years due to the pandemic, Skelton Show is determined to return and host its 126th show on Saturday 2nd July 2022 in the picturesque setting of […]

Hedge Laying Training

Hedgelaying training days at Gaythorne Hall

Agriculture, Business February 16, 2022February 20, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Volunteers from the Asby and Crosby Ravensworth tree groups, Friends of the Lake District and others enjoyed three days of hedgelaying last week at Gaythorne Hall in the heart of […]

Nick Utting, Dawn Harrison & Martin Hall

New Trustee appointed to the Dick Harrison Trust

Agriculture, Business January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

The Dick Harrison Trust has appointed Martin Hall as a new Trustee following the retirement of well-known farmer and long serving Trustee, David Goldie. Martin Hall is Senior Director and […]

Pedigree Livestock team - secretary of Penrith Show

New Penrith Show Secretary for 50th year on the field

Agriculture, Business January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Plans are afoot to celebrate 50 years of Penrith show at its current location – Brougham Hall. Leading the administration and running of the show will be new Secretary Andy […]

Rachel Bagshaw - Head of Land Agency for South Lakes - H&H Land & Estates

Leading land agency H&H Land & Estates appoint new head for South Lakes team

Agriculture, Business January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

One of the North’s leading firms of Chartered Surveyors, H&H Land & Estates, announces the appointment of Head of Land Agency for its South Lakes Team As it continues to expand […]

Tim Farron MP

MP accuses Conservatives of undermining Cumbrian farmers in Australia trade deal

Agriculture, Business January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

On the floor of the House of Commons this week, South Lakes MP Tim Farron slammed Conservative ministers for throwing Cumbrian farmers under a bus in their new trade deal […]

Tree maintenance at Dam Mire Wood Threlkeld

Volunteers needed at Dam Mire Wood, Threlkeld

Agriculture January 4, 2022January 7, 2022 cumbria24 0 Comments

Landscape charity Friends of the Lake District is delighted to be starting the New Year by offering people a chance to get involved with an exciting new project in Threlkeld […]

Natalie Bennett speaking at the Northern Farming Conference 2021

‘One of the greenest things the Government can do is to keep farmers farming’

Agriculture November 4, 2021November 6, 2021 cumbria24 0 Comments

Speakers at the Northern Farming Conference shone a spotlight on the impact of Brexit, the transition of agri support schemes and the Covid-19 pandemic on UK farming and agriculture. The […]

Jon Watson with Herdwicks, Yew Tree Farm

Lakes food business best in the North 

Agriculture, Business November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 cumbria24 0 Comments

Jon Watson, owner of Heritage Meats based at Yew Tree Farm, Coniston, has just discovered that he has won two prestigious national awards in the Great British Food Awards 2021. […]

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Cumbrian hill farm to appear on BBC Countryfile

Agriculture, Food August 10, 2021August 11, 2021 cumbria24 0 Comments

A Lake District farm is set to appear in BBC’s flagship countryside show Countryfile on Sunday 15 August at 6.30pm. Yew Tree Farm, Coniston, run by Jon & Jo Watson is […]

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