Ferm Y Felin
Community Garden
Our farm sits on a two acre site with a productive garden, three big polytunnels and a herb garden.
Every Tuesday we host volunteer days where different members of the community come by and help out in the garden where we provide a shared space for people to cultivate skills, get exercise and make friends.
We're always looking for extra helpers so please get in touch!
Follow Fferm Y Felin instagram for more regular weekly updates!
Ferm Y Felin
Community Garden
Our farm sits on a two acre site with a productive garden, three big polytunnels and a herb garden.
Every Tuesday we host volunteer days where different members of the community come by and help out in the garden where we provide a shared space for people to cultivate skills, get exercise and make friends.
We're always looking for extra helpers so please get in touch!
Follow Fferm Y Felin instagram for more regular weekly updates!
Freshly Harvested VegBox Scheme and Veg Stand
In response to a growing community need, with the purpose to increase access to fresh, local, healthy food, last summer we expanded our VegBox Scheme and provided a Veg stand on site. The VegBox scheme runs all year round whilst the Veg stand is only operational over the summer period. We currently have spaces on our scheme if you're interested in getting on board and starting your exciting journey of eating based on a seasonal and local intake of veggies!
Find out more about our veg box scheme here.
Is our veg Organic? We support the principles of the Soil Association's Organic Certification scheme and use them as a basis for our growing techniques. We do not use chemical inputs and seek to work with nature, not against it to achieve sustainable levels of production. However, we do not hold certified Organic status, with the decision that the costs involved are too high for the farm at this time. We operate a transparency policy, welcoming customers to the farm to learn about our growing techniques.
Two methods we practice in our garden are No-Dig and Biodynamics
Why No-Dig? No-dig involves only ever feeding the soil from above, with minimum disturbance to all the life of the soil. Therefore not disturbing all the little micro-organisms or destroying the soil structure, often described as an 'internet system of busy bees'. The idea is that we're building more and more biology in the soil, keeping it rich and fertile. An added bonus is that it's a lot less labour intensive - meaning we get a lot more time to look after our veg, making sure we get a full productive crop!
Why Biodynamics? Biodynamic gardening is rooted in organic principles but seeks to enliven plants by drawing on the cosmos (planting by the moon is one part of it, but then there are other planets and their influences too). It is about increasing the potential of a plant through enhanced compost and special preparations. Plants are harvested or sown at optimum times within the planting calendar. Biodynamics encourages a 'mindful' holistic approach to gardening, enriching both the garden and our gardeners. It invites the gardener on a journey of discovery, values intuition as well as science, and fosters a special sense of wellbeing. This approach strongly resonates with the projects ethos.
Resident volunteer opportunities 2024
Contact us via the following if you're interested
Instagram: ffermyfelin
Email: ffermyfelin23@gmail.com
Hey there, future green thumbs! Welcome to Fferm y Felin, where we're not just growing veggies, we're cultivating a way of life. Nestled in the remote and stunning Llŷn Peninsula, our farm might be fairly new (only 2-3 years old), but our passion for organic and biodynamic farming runs deep. We're on a mission to provide our local community with the freshest organic produce while treading lightly on our beloved Earth.
Job Description:
We're on the lookout for one or two adventurous souls to join our team as Volunteer Organic Vegetable Growers. If you're someone who loves getting your hands dirty, thrives in the great outdoors, and has a keen interest in sustainable farming, then you might just be the perfect fit for us!
Responsibilities:
Plant, nurture, and harvest organic crops.
Assist with soil care, crop management, and ensuring top-notch harvests reach our customers.
Embrace the rustic charm of farm life by pitching in with maintenance tasks and caring for our animals.
What We Offer:
Cozy yet rustic accommodation.
Fuel your farming adventures with wholesome organic food straight from our fields.
Dive into the outdoor paradise of the Llŷn Peninsula, with various activities available.
Learn organic farming from our experienced team and immerse yourself in communal living.
Opportunities for general land management tasks.
Requirements:
Passion for organic farming and a thirst for knowledge.
Strong work ethic and teamwork skills.
Stamina and resilience to tackle outdoor tasks.
Open mind and willingness to embrace rural living.
Duration: Ideally, commit to at least 3 months.
How to Apply:
Send a cover letter explaining your passion for organic farming and attach your resume to [contact email/phone number].
Join us at Fferm y Felin and let's grow something amazing – one veggie at a time 🌱