Britain's Best Farm Shops
Britain’s best farm shops Daylesford farmshop in Gloucestershire Caroline Boucher October 15 2011 12:01AM Flour from the nearby mill, lamb from the surrounding fields, cheese from the local dairy ... the rundown on the top 30 farm shops 1 Brockweir and Hewelsfield Village Shop Chepstow, Glos Having formed a not-for-profit organisation, locals built this shop and now run it with volunteers (though they can pay a manager) and respond to neighbourhood input. Lots of local produce, a donations section of fruit and vegetables by the door, a book swap at the side of the café and an upstairs room (with internet) for hire. Its green credentials are demonstrated by the solar panels on the roof. Respect. The Village Shop, Brockweir, Chepstow (01291 689995, bandhvillageshop.co.uk) 2 Darts Farm, Topsham, Devon Awash with awards, both local and national, this thriving hub of Devon life richly deserves such honours for its huge range of excellent, largely local produce and extended facilities, which range from Pilates and beauty treatments to an RSPB shop and bicycle hire. Topsham, (01392 878200, dartsfarm.co.uk) 3 Exe Valley Farm Shop Devon The stock here reflects the huge number of small suppliers making really wonderful produce in this richly fertile county. There is a local dairy section, ice cream, juices, organic veg, meats, bread and cakes, including a good gluten-free range. Also animal and poultry feed and natural remedies. The Exe Valley Farmshop, near Thorverton, Exeter, (01392 861239, exevalleyfarmshop.co.uk) 4 Chatsworth Derbyshire The beef, lamb, venison and pheasant all come from the estate and the bread, pies and quiches are made on site.
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