Life on the farm: sowing seeds of change
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For those with a passion for rural life, and a purpose-fuelled drive to protect and enhance the natural environment, farming estates present incredible opportunities. A chance to pursue your dreams and sow the seeds for real change.
Years ago, the farming focus was firmly placed on food production. But these days, diversity is key. Farming land offers huge possibilities for natural capital, biodiversity and environmental projects. Thatโs alongside the opportunities it presents for family life with plenty of space for kids to roam and enjoy active outdoor pursuits.
What do we mean by natural capital? Put simply, itโs the sum total of the Earthโs resources, from forests and seas to minerals and biodiversity. It spans the social and environmental aspects of our planet. Consequently, the ways that we interact with nature are crucial.
Increasingly, landowners and investors are realising the potential of natural capital. There are endless opportunities to benefit from environmental assets. Both those benefits arenโt simply for the landowners (or stewards), theyโre for the environment and society at large too.
The 51ยายื Rural Consultancy team works together with landowners and stewards to make the most of these natural assets. Fundamentally, their work centres around people, planet, prosperity and purpose. These factors underpin everything they do. Generally, the key areas of focus are to increase biodiversity, offset carbon or nutrients, and to make environmental and social enhancements.
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This prime Northumberland livestock farm and moorland offer significant agricultural, sporting, natural capital and carbon opportunities. Itโs also a spectacular place to call home. The two lots contrast starkly. The first is the livestock farm and an attractive Grade II period stone farmhouse with a gorgeous garden and extensive rural views. The farmhouse needs some modernisation, but would make a superb family home. The farmland is interspersed with mature mixed woodland areas which add to the amenity and sporting possibilities.
The second lot is far wilder. Hagdon Farm and farmhouse are situated in the heart of the Northumberland moor in a wonderful, secluded position with extraordinary views. Again, the farmhouse needs work to reach its potential. Combined with the various outbuildings, there are many options for its usage.
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