Us English folk might not be famed internationally for our cuisine, but we beg to differ! We know that there are some superb English farmers and producers championing exceptional, world-class produce, and family recipe books up and down the country passed down the generations brimming full of comforting, timeless recipes. So, ahead of St George’s Day we’ve rounded up the reasons why English food deserves a better name for itself! An English feast, perfect for St George himself. The English Breakfast Starting early in the morning, with the classic Full English! Breakfast is certainly a meal that puts England on...

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we have rounded up some of our top picks from around the Farm Shop. These gift ideas are sure to put a smile on Mum’s face this year. Copper in the Clouds Lychee & Raspberry Gin This fruity gin has a pale pink hue. Naturally flavoured with oriental lychee and fresh British raspberry juice, we think a gin-loving Mum would be delighted to receive a bottle. Copper in the Clouds gins are packaged in beautifully designed paper wrapping and sealed with wax. They really do have the WOW factor, and would make a...

Ready for some half term fun? We’ve rounded up a selection of ideas to help you make the most of your time with the kids this week. Pancake Portraits With Pancake Day falling during half term on Tuesday 13th February, why not have a pancake decorating competition. We love the idea of Pancake Portraits! Using a selection of toppings, get the whole family involved in making self-portraits on their pancakes. Or, have a go at making a variety of animal faces. Valentines Day We’ve created a downloadable Valentines themed activity sheet to print and keep little hands busy for a...

Pancake day is just around the corner on the 13th February, and we are SO flipping excited! Stop by our Farm Shop for all the inspiration and ingredients you’ll need to add flavoursome toppings to your pancakes. Fruity Favourites You’ll find lots of fruit to top your pancakes at our Greengrocers counter. Whether you like freshly squeezed lemon, mixed berries, or banana, you’ll find your fruity favourites here. Want something seasonal? We have English apples and pears which you could make into a delicious compote by simmering with sugar and winter spices. Local Dairy Ice Cream If thick, fluffy, American-style...

It’s the nations favourite and a Sunday staple in many households up and down the country. Whether its muddled together in a (relative) hurry after a long Sunday stroll, or created slowly on a lazy Sunday, getting Sunday dinner on the table for the family is special. Maybe you think your roast cannot be topped. Your roasties are legendary, Nan’s trusted yorkie recipe never fails and you’ve spent years perfecting just the right amount of ‘pinkness’ to your beef sirloin. Well, we are here to suggest ideas to rock your roast, and what’s more we think you’ll love them. Intrigued,...

Each year at Becketts Farm, we endeavour to give back to the community as best as we can by supporting local schools, organisations and charities with fundraising. We do this in a number of ways, and we’re always so pleased to hear back some amazing fundraising totals! Additionally, our team members and customers get involved in various charity appeals and we are always blown away by your generosity towards causes close to our hearts and the hearts of the community we serve. Here are some of our 2023 charity highlights! Becketts Community Fund If you shop in our Farm Shop,...

Ready, Set, Bake! Get the family together in the kitchen this summer holiday with our four easy to follow recipes below. With a selection of both sweet and savoury recipes, you can choose one recipe or make a day of it with a sweet and savoury choice! Don’t forget to share images of your creations with us on social media and tag us @BeckettsFarm. Find the recipes below, or download a printable version here. Easy Fish Cakes Ready in: 60 minutes Serves: 2-3 Triple Chocolate Cookies Ready in: 40 minutes Makes: 15 Pork and Apple Sausage Rolls Ready in: 60 minutes Makes: 16 Sprinkle Cake Ready...

Shine bright like a Sunflower! When it comes to choosing a flower that perfectly symbolises summer, very few compare to that of a Sunflower. Their cheerful faces spread “miles of smiles”, which can be seen first-hand right here at Becketts throughout the summer. But, where did the Sunflower come from and why are they the epitome of summer? Sunflower History The first Sunflowers originate way back to 1000B.C. in North America, where, for centuries, they were cultivated for food and medical uses. Still to this day, throughout the world, the seeds are consumed and the oil extracted for beauty and...

Ahead of National BBQ week and the welcoming arrival of the sunshine, we thought what better way to kick start BBQ season than with sharing ‘THE ULTIMATE BEEF BURGER RECIPE’ and some fun facts about the well-loved BBQ! BBQ Fact 1 Did you know BBQ and at-home eating & entertainment is the UK’s No1 summer home leisure activity and approximately 168 million BBQs were had in 2022 alone, crazy! BBQ Fact 2 The overall BBQ & alfresco eating & entertaining market in 2022 was worth around £2.3 billion, up from £150 million in 1997. BBQ Fact 3 Standard pre-planned BBQs...

With the Easter holidays looming, we have rounded up our top 5 things to do this Easter! Get creative! It’s time to dig out the crafts box and find your paint, pens, glue and paper! Keep it simple with this cute Easter bunting, creating colourful chicks and bunnies. Simple cut your coloured card to the desired shape then add a pop of colour and some googly eyes to finish! Use some string and clothes pegs to hang. For something a little different, add a packet of wooden lolly sticks to your weekly shop to makes these Easter animals. Glue the number...

Upstairs from our Farm Shop and Restaurant are six Conference Rooms available to hire for meetings, training and workshops. Read on to find out why we think our venue is the perfect choice for you and your team. Interviews Did you know that January and February are the busiest times of the year for recruitment? The combination of the Christmas break at home with family, or a dull-January can often prompt people to reconsider their job satisfaction and look to make a move. If you’re looking to conduct 1:1 interviews, our welcoming reception space and smaller rooms create the perfect...

It’s that wonderful time of year, when we turn to hearty and rich comfort foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Packed full of flavour and nutrients, from stews to soups, porridge to puddings the ability for winter food to boost our health and our mood shouldn’t be underestimated. Healthy and Hearty At this time of year, fresh root vegetables are in season in the UK and packing them into homemade soups and stews is a delicious way to ‘diet’. Cooking meals from scratch and knowing exactly the ingredients you’ve used is much better than eating packaged and processed foods and...