We so often see children arrive for their holidays glued to devices, horrified to discover that there’s no tv in their cabin – but when they leave, smiling and joyful having spent time getting muddy, building dens, following animal footprints and collecting leaves and sticks – then we know we’re doing something right.
Read MoreThe Globe shares many of the values we hold dear at Swallowtail Hill. First – all of their food is locally sourced. They champion local producers, ensuring that all of the food they cook is humanely reared and traceable ‘down to the boat, farm, field or flock’.
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This time of year is when many of us start planning holidays, so it felt pretty timely for us to talk about green tourism, given that’s the sector Swallowtail Hill sits in.
Read MoreAt this time of year our feathered friends could do with a helping hand. Many of us already have bird feeders in our gardens or on our patios, window sills or balconies. But if you don’t already have one – here’s an easy peasy way to make your own.
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Is it any wonder many of us feel the January blues when we’re surrounded by messages telling us to dive into the new year full of vim and vigour and reinvent ourselves, as though our existing selves just aren’t good enough?
Read MoreThe recipe is courtesy of the amazing food writer and blogger - Jane's Patisserie – and if you don’t already follow her on Instagram hop to it! Her bakes and treats are amazing and these cookies are no exception
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At the moment we have 20 ewes grazing the Poor Field, last month they had a ram in with them for mating – or tupping as it’s known. Ewes are only in season once a year and tupping usually begins in November and means lambs will be born 145 days after pregnancy occurs – just in time for spring
Read MoreI bet you didn’t know what we have a perfectly bijoux venue in town where you can enjoy live music, comedy and entertainment? It really is Rye’s best kept secret – but we’re telling you because we share all the best local places with our favourite people!
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The menu changes regularly, good coffee and wine is a given and it’s the friendliest little place with a gorgeous interior.
Read MoreThe animals are experts in seeking out a warm spot to enjoy the afternoon sunshine – the donkeys in particular like hanging out in the greenhouse – they aren’t daft, they use it as their own private solarium!
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Swallowtail Hill Limited: Upscale Glamping Accommodation and Facilities.
The 2018/19 project was to upscale the glamping accommodation and facilities at Swallowtail Hill Farm, Hobbs Lane, Beckley, East Sussex, TN31 6TT.
It is part funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.
