What it is to be a Leader at Providence

The team of volunteer youth leaders came to Shallowford to re-visit their gifts, re-view their work and refresh their focus. They were challenged to step out of their comfort zone, whilst blindfolded to follow the rope trail, crawl to the sounding drum and then feed each other unknown foods! They responded well and learnt much … Read more

Work Party at the Farm

What a party it was. The weather was superb and the banter cheery. We were blessed with a workforce of 7 who were set various tasks, to be completed within the 36 hours of their visit. They completed 3 delux chicken coops – the fox free version – we hope! They installed a smart new … Read more

Spring Additions

Paul has been extremely busy this spring keeping up with the piglets, the calves and finally the lambs. Each of them has been numerous and joyful but not without their trials at times. The visitors have thoroughly enjoyed feeding, moving, clearing out and generally marvelling at the new births. We hope that soon the Edworthys … Read more

The Shallowford Trust

The board of Trustees continues to develop and grow. David Ursell has stood down as our chairman, a role that has been taken up by Robert Musgrave. Our thanks to both of them. The two new trustees, John Dracup and David Davies have brought significant new skills to the team that are being well tested … Read more