Mike will tell us all about his ancient coppice woodland, how he works it traditionally and how he makes a living from it all.  He covers a wide range of things, from how he left his previous ‘good job’ to follow his dream, the importance of working a woodland and why, going through bio diversity improvements etc., all the way through to how he makes a range of traditional wooden items from simple spoons and bowls to Windsor Chairs.

7:30pm Thursday 20^th February in our Oak Leaf Tea Room

Cost £12 which includes a hot drink and cake. Booking required before Monday 17^th February, contact Oak Tree Farm to book your place

Paul Wyatt, Volunteer and Trustee, sadly passed away just before Christmas.

Paul had been a valued member of the Oak Tree Farm family for many years, both as a volunteer and as one of our Trustees.

In recent years Paul could often be seen in our tea room helping raise funds for the farm through organising our book sales area.

We remember Paul warmly and our thoughts are very much with Gill and his family and friends.

Oak Tree Farm is pleased to announce Wendy Robinson as our new Chief Officer

As many of you will know, David Morton, has recently retired from the position of General Manager at Oak Tree Farm in Hilderstone after 35 years. This has given the farm a new opportunity to take on Wendy Robinson, who has many years’ experience in horticulture, plant care, retail management, people support, customer service and mentoring roles throughout the country. Having recently left a position as Retail Manager for the National Trust South West portfolio to move back up country, Wendy is delighted to be part of the team at Oak Tree and is keen to work with David during his final few weeks to take on board all that Oak Tree is about. 

Wendy said "David has done a fantastic job of building Oak Tree Farm up to what it is today and it’s going to be challenging to fill his shoes but luckily he’s staying on as a volunteer to offer support and guidance.  The team members are also delighted he’s staying with us. In my new role, I will do everything I can to ensure the farm stays true to the original ethos of providing a safe and worthwhile learning environment whilst also ensuring the farm keeps up to date with technology and learning opportunities.”