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Trust properties: Turnastone Court Farm

Turnastone Court FarmTurnastone Court Farm in Herefordshire's Golden Valley was purchased by the CRT in order to save ancient meadows from the plough and also to secure the future of the farm.

The farmland extends to 247 acres with the majority of this being permanent pasture. Bordering the River Dore, some of the fields form a unique area of water meadows which have remained unploughed for 400 years. These species rich meadows include 'Trench Royal' - part of a three-mile long irrigation channel completed during the 17th Century - an integral part of Herefordshire's Agricultural heritage.

Location:Turnastone Court Farm, Vowchurch, Herefordshire (view map)
Acreage:247
History:Purchased by the Trust in January 2003 for £1,270,000
Farm Description:Grassland farm with 17 acres of arable and 5 acre 'glebe' wood
Tenant Farmers:Robert and Chrissy Fraser

New Farm Shop Open
The Fraser's Farm Shop at the Poston Mill Caravan Park, between Peterchurch and Vowchurch, is now open. Visitors will be able to sample a range of home-made and artisan produce from local suppliers as well as the Fraser family's own rare breed beef, lamb and pork, as well as dry cured bacon and traditionally made sausages. For further details please telephone 01981 550033 or visit their website: www.turnastone.com

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