St Werburghs City Farm

Switch on to the Summer Fair

SWAdmin — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:56:04 +0000

The Farm Fair team looking for interested people, local residents, avid supporters and all good natured people who wish to get involved our super duper fantastic SUMMER FARM FAIR. The event is our annual fundraiser that provides vital funds to help to keep the Farm open all year round as a FREE COMMUNITY RESOURCE. Times are tough so this year’s event needs to be more successful than ever and plans that are under foot are highly exciting!

If you have the time, the skill, the passion and the inclination, please come along to our residents meeting on Wednesday 16th May at 6.30pm to find out more. Or email the Fair team on farmsummerfair@yahoo.co.uk and get the ball rolling sooner.

We look forward to getting you involved!

Gardening for bees and wildlife

SWAdmin — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:45:41 +0000

Join Lucy Byrne, the Farm’s Horticultural Trainer and delve into the invaluable role bees and other wildlife play in our gardens and how we can help.

The workshop will include: which plants to grow for all… year round for habitat and nectar; a hands-on tour detailing specific plants and places that attract wildlife for biodiversity, pollination and enjoyment; how to propagate oregano from divisions; lants/seeds to take home and a leaflet to help you garden for bees at home

£20 per person (£18 Members) with proceeds supporting the Farm’s Horticultural Training Unit to provide gardening opportunities, OCN training and practical activities for adults with learning difficulties.

To book, please call the office on 0117 9428241
Places are limited therefore booking is essential.

Farm Fair Early Bird Tickets

SWAdmin — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:38:22 +0000

The countdown to the Farm Summer Fair has begun. The event which will take place on Saturday 16th of June from 12pm to 7pm will offer a bumper packed day that brings the community together to celebrate local artists & musicians, sustainability, local projects and initiatives and food.

To celebrate the month countdown, we are selling Early Bird Tickets from Wednesday 16th of May! Save yourself time and money and pick up your ticket in advance today.

Available from the Farm Office, the Farm Cafe, the Farm Pub and the Duke of York, St Werburgs.

Ticket Prices as follows…

Early Bird On the day
Adult £5 £6
Concessions £3 £4
5 – 17 years £1 £2
Family £10 N/A
(2 adults/2 kids)

Evening Roost Guided Walk

SWAdmin — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:02:05 +0000

There aren’t many parts of the city where a dawn chorus walk is possible so this is a great opportunity to experience and celebrate what St Werburghs has to offer!
Ed Drewit is going to lead two walks over Narroways and down into Boiling Wells helping us to determine which species we are hearing as we go.

Evening Roost walk. SUNDAY 13th MAY 8.30pm
Ed is going to lead an evening chorus walk on Sun 13th May Starting at 8.30 pm for those who’d prefer not to have such an early start. The birds are not quite as noisy at this time as they can be in the morning but there should still be plenty of activity to see.

For those early birds who want to make the most of this we recommend the Dawn Chorus walk on Weds 16th May – this is a 5.30am start but its going to be worth it as this is when the birds are at their most active.

The cost of either walk is £5 and includes a cuppa once we get down to the Boiling Wells site. Places are limited so booking is essential. Please call Steph at the Farm on 0117 942 82 41 for more information or to reserve your place.

Dawn Chorus Guided Walk

SWAdmin — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:59:29 +0000

Dawn Chorus. WEDNESDAY 16th MAY 5.30am
For those early birds who want to make the most of this we recommend the Dawn Chorus walk on Weds 16th May – this is a 5.30am start but its going to be worth it as this is when the birds are at their most active.

The cost of the walk is £5 and includes a cuppa once we get down to the Boiling Wells site. Places are limited so booking is essential. Please call Steph at the Farm on 0117 942 82 41 for more information or to reserve your place.

20th of May Day!

SWAdmin — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:23:21 +0000

Our traditional May Day event is all set! …just a little later in May than is traditional!
This will be a lovely family event with May Pole dancing, live music and all the usual refreshments.

We are going to have a ‘Birds and Bees’ theme this year to celebrate having our very own hive on site and because Boiling Wells is a really special site bursting with bird life!
We’ll have a bee keeping expert on site to answer any questions you might have and to give an insight into the facinating lives of the UK’s honey bee’s.
We also hope to have representatives from Bristol’s ornithological group explaining how you can enjoy bird life in the city.
As well as some really excellent arts and crafts activities inspired by birds and bees we’ll also have a green woodwork demonstration and workshop from Jon Atwood of the Forest of Avon Project and some traditional may day crafts too.

Its a family event not to be missed!

The Farm Fair

SWAdmin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:59:28 +0000

Its back and it will be better than ever – the Farm Summer Fair. So save the date and keep your eyes peeled for more info…

SATURDAY JUNE 16TH 2012

Tasty Tales – CAFE DECKING FUNDRAISER

SWAdmin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:56:35 +0000

The Cafe team join up with local storyteller Martin Maudsley to bring you a night you will never forget. Spinning tales of spring, magical journeys of strength and marvellous futures paved in gold, this evening will tantalise your taste buds, enlighten your senses and muster laughter from the depth of your belly. Minimum donation of … Continue reading…

Tasty Tales

SWAdmin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:52:51 +0000

The Cafe team serve a three course spring feast as local storyteller Martin Maudsley spins tales of spring wonder within the Cafe’s candle lit surrounds. This special evening will tantalise your taste buds whilst weaving laughter through the air.

£30pp. Booking essential.

To book, call the City Farm Cafe on 0117 9080798

A Cabinet of Curiosities at the Farm Cafe

SWAdmin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:51:20 +0000

The Magical Illuminarium with Ailsa Mair Hughes and Peter Stevenson present a cabinet of songs, stories and slideshows. Step inside this musical journey and visit a world of Mermaids & Moons, Hares & Hunters, Bears & Trees and Shining Stars. £5p/adult £3p/child includes pizza and hot chocolate. To book, call the City Farm Cafe on … Continue reading…