Farm Safety Information

Staying on a working arable farm offers a unique and memorable experience, but it also means you’ll be close to real agricultural activity. Your safety is extremely important to us. To help ensure an enjoyable stay, please take a moment to read the following information about potential hazards around the farm.

This page outlines the key risks that naturally exist in an active farming environment and the precautions all guests must follow. By booking and entering the farm, you agree to do so at your own risk and to take reasonable steps to keep yourself and others safe.

Machinery & Vehicles

Our farm uses a wide range of agricultural machinery, which may be operating at any time.

Potential hazards include:

  • Moving tractors, telehandlers, sprayers, and harvest equipment

  • Reversing vehicles with limited visibility

  • Machinery entering or leaving fields and tracks

  • Noise and dust during peak farming periods

Safety rules:

  • Do not approach or climb on any machinery—whether running or parked.

  • Keep children close and never allow them to play near machinery.

  • Only use designated visitor tracks and paths.

  • Give machinery priority at all times.

Farm Tracks & Working Areas

Certain areas of the farm are restricted for your safety.

Potential hazards include:

  • Uneven ground, potholes, and loose surfaces

  • Muddy or slippery tracks, especially after rain

  • Restricted access zones where work is being carried out

Safety rules:

  • Stick to signposted paths and guest areas.

  • Wear appropriate footwear when walking around the farm.

  • Avoid barns, workshops, grain stores, and any closed or signed areas.

Crops, Chemicals & Spraying

As an arable farm, we use crop treatments and fertilisers throughout the year.

Potential hazards include:

  • Recently sprayed fields

  • Crop treatments stored in secured areas

  • Dust and airborne particles during harvesting

Safety rules:

  • Do not enter fields unless you have been told they are safe to access.

  • Respect all signs relating to chemical treatment or restricted entry.

  • Never touch containers, equipment, or materials stored around the farm.

Livestock Encounters

Although we are primarily arable, neighbouring farms and some areas of our land may occasionally contain animals.

Potential hazards include:

  • Unpredictable behaviour from livestock

  • Protective animals during calving or lambing seasons

Safety rules:

  • Do not enter any field containing livestock.

  • Never feed or approach animals over fences or gates.

  • Keep dogs on a lead at all times.

Water Hazards

Farms often contain natural and man‑made water features.

Potential hazards include:

  • Ponds, ditches, irrigation channels, and water tanks

  • Deep or steep‑sided areas that may not be obvious at first glance

Safety rules:

  • Supervise children at all times near water.

  • Avoid walking close to the edges of ditches or ponds.

  • Do not swim or paddle in any watercourse on the farm.

Fire Risks

Dry crops, straw, and machinery can present fire hazards.

Potential hazards include:

  • Dry vegetation during summer

  • Combustible materials in storage areas

  • Machinery overheating

Safety rules:

  • No open fires or fire pits anywhere except those provided with your pod.

  • Do not smoke inside farm buildings or near crop storage.

  • Use BBQs only in designated areas.

Wildlife & Natural Hazards

The countryside is home to a range of wildlife and natural features.

Potential hazards include:

  • Stinging insects and nesting areas

  • Brambles, nettles, and thorny vegetation

  • Wildlife burrows and uneven ground

Safety rules:

  • Be cautious when exploring hedgerows or woodland edges.

  • Keep a safe distance from nests or wildlife habitats.

  • Wear suitable footwear and clothing.

Children’s Safety

Children must always be supervised while on the farm.

Parents/guardians must ensure:

  • Children stay within designated visitor zones

  • They are never left unattended outdoors

  • They do not enter any restricted building or machinery area

Our Commitment to Your Safety

We work hard to maintain a safe environment, but farms are inherently unpredictable. By staying with us, you acknowledge the natural risks present and agree to follow the safety guidance provided.

If you see anything unsafe or have any concerns, please contact us immediately.

We hope you enjoy your visit and experience the beauty and tranquillity of staying on a real working farm.