The damp muddy ground, damp muddy alpacas, damp muddy ponies and general sogginess could get us down in January.  It is true the work is harder.  There is much more to do on the farm to keep everyone healthy, fed, comfortable and happy, but there is also so much that lifts the spirits and combats any seasonal blues.  There are morning skies with almost angelic light as the sun presses through mist revealing the valley in gentle glimpses.    There are snow drops everywhere, li

One of the most exciting evenings of the year in our village, Painswick, is the Goodwill event. We knew it was happening when Sandie...

I think it is probably right and expected that, as this is my first blog post, I should introduce myself and the herd to you, but in all...