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Exploring the Lush Grounds of Heligan Gardens in Cornwall, Home to PfL

On Thursday, the 23rd of March, PfL's southwest crew spent an amusing day at the enchanting Lost Gardens in Cornwall.

Privately-owned Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall under new management
Privately-owned Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall under new management

Exploring the Lush Grounds of Heligan Gardens in Cornwall, Home to PfL

The Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall offer a unique dining experience for those seeking a memorable meal. Nestled within the beautiful gardens, the on-site cafe is a potential dining destination for those who appreciate a unique dining experience.

One of the highlights of the cafe's menu is the hogget ham, a dish that is sure to delight meat lovers. The Lost Gardens of Heligan farm uses rare breeds and sustainable, low-intensity traditional techniques, providing a high-quality product that is a testament to their commitment to preserving nature-friendly farming practices.

The farm, which has achieved Rare Breed Farm Park status from the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, is home to Tamworth pigs, native Hebridean sheep, British White calves, and rare breed poultry. Visitors can engage with the farm through experiences such as feeding animals and hearing talks from expert farmers, indicating education and community involvement are important aspects of their system.

Although specific details about produce use in their café are not stated, it is typical for such heritage and sustainable farm gardens to incorporate their on-site produce into café offerings to highlight local and seasonal food.

Matt Chatfield, a farmer who sells cull yaw, older sheep fattened for at least 6 months on pasture and in woods, to high-end restaurants, and Ben Thomas, who grazes Goss Moor with prescribed goals and uses Galloway and Ruby Red Devon cattle, are both involved in Cornwall's farming community. However, without direct sourcing, it is not possible to reliably describe their methods.

Cornwall's agriculture has a tradition of simple and traditional crop rotations, with a historical shift toward more barley growing, and a mixture of crops including wheat, oats, peas, and beans. The region emphasizes sustainability with methods that can include low-carbon, nature-friendly farming, and regenerative approaches that focus on improving soil health and biodiversity, similar to broader UK trends in conservation and sustainable farming.

In summary, the Lost Gardens of Heligan's cafe offers a unique dining experience that includes food, conversation, and a look at cows and sheep. The hogget ham served at the cafe is a potential recommendation for those seeking a dining experience that includes high-quality, locally sourced meat. The Lost Gardens of Heligan is a place where food, conversation, and a look at cows and sheep can be enjoyed by all.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan cafe not only provides a memorable dining experience but also showcases the unique home-and-garden lifestyle of the Cornwall region. Diners can savor locally sourced food-and-drink products, including the delectable hogget ham, which is a testament to the farm's commitment to sustainable, nature-friendly farming practices.

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