River Bourne Community Farm

The farm is based on land adjacent to Cow Lane in the village of Laverstock, Salisbury. Initially on 58 acres of land adjoining the River Bourne, the farm will be developed into a sustainable working farm, staffed by full-time staff and by volunteers.

The farm is managed by The River Bourne Community Farm C.I.C. This is a 'Community Interest Company' designed specifically for those wishing to operate for the benefit of the community rather than for the benefit of the owners of the company.

Education will play a large part of the farm, giving local educational establishments access to the day-to-day work of the farm whilst stressing the sustainability and ecologically sound practices which will be employed. A traditional herd of cattle, with sheep, pigs and hens will be complimented by some crop planting. The hedgerows will be re-laid with attention paid to the habitat of the local wildlife. Walkways and picnic areas will be provided to encourage managed public access.

The farm will eventually include traditional skills such as bee keeping and spinning in its range of educational facilities. The farm is actively supported by the Laverstock and Ford Downland and Watermeadows Trust and Laverstock & Ford Parish Council.

Where is it?

The farm is situated at Cow Lane in the village of Laverstock where it ajoins the City of Salisbury.

River Bourne Community Farm C.I.C.
Registered in England Company Number 06718511
Registered Address:
35 Chequers Court Brown Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AS