Richard and Janet had stressful jobs in the East Midlands. Janet found relaxation with horses, kept at livery and it soon became evident that buying a field for them would make economic sense. Having found one, which appeared to be ideal, they summoned NewLandOwner to confirm that it was indeed appropriate for their intended use. They were gazumped on that, but a year or so later NewLandOwner were called upon to visit a field that they had already purchased and started to work on.

We arrived just in time to help Richard avoid some of the more expensive mistakes he might have made  and to help him design his paddocks for easy effective management. We redesigned the building he was planning and found a contractor to erect his fencing effectively. Very soon, Janet had ducks, hens, sheep, pigs and cattle, as well as the horses and she was in her element, whilst Richard continued his job. The field had no name, so he dug a pond and called it Duckpool Farm.

A Poly tunnel and raised beds were added too, but now that Richard's job has become even more demanding, they may have to wait a while to be fully utilized.

Their learning curve has been a steep one, but they now have a network of local people to call on, as well as NewLandOwner and have the beginnings of a successful business.

Duckpool Show, generously organized by Richard as a source of information for other beginners, was started in his first year! There seems to be nothing he will not attempt..

Starting early with
alpacas!