Barnyard Buzz – Sylvia’s Countryside Chronicles
For local residents, Whitchurch Canonicorum is the centre of the universe. Slightly broader horizons we have been lucky enough to have had guests (who went on to become friends), from all over the world. The Barnyard Buzz, written by Sylvia, is her way of keeping everyone… In the loop.
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January 2025
Barnyard Buzz – Oct/Nov/Dec 2024
CAMPSITE The campsite was quite busy during September and into October. I have even had quite busy weekends [...]
December 2024
Barnyard Buzz – July/Aug/Sept 2024
Dorset's Western Vale If anyone would like to buy a copy of my book - please call me [...]
October 2024
Barnyard Buzz May-June 2024
I must apologise for the lateness of this newsletter. My only excuses are a very busy summer on [...]
June 2024
Barnyard Buzz Dorset April 2024
CAMPSITE Over the years the corners of the grass between the hardstandings has been eroded away because [...]
May 2024
Barnyard Buzz Dorset March 2024
CAMPSITE We must have had the wettest Easter on record. It did affect my campsite bookings somewhat, in [...]
March 2024
Barnyard Buzz Dorset February 2024
February's journey through West Dorset's vibrant community with more stories of events and history of the campsite, farm and local area.
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Sign up for the Sylvias Barnyard Buzz Newsletter & Blog. Exploring the charming countryside of West Dorset, England. Heartwarming tales, adventures, events and local history from the campsite, farm and local area. A unique perspective of Dorset rural living, the beauty and the people within the community.
February 2024
Barnyard Buzz Dorset January 2024
January's journey through West Dorset's vibrant community with the first of our 2024 newsletters. Wintery tales of camping escapades amidst the coastal elements, heartwarming accounts of puppy births, and a captivating boutique visit. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of Marshwood Vale through insightful nostalgic glimpses into the past. Stay tuned for an exciting peek into the world of our incubating eggs and more.
January 2024
Barnyard Buzz Dorset Nov Dec Christmas 2023
November & December 2023: Campsite News Campers continued to arrive in the winter although in smaller numbers, [...]
December 2023
Dorset’s Western Vale Book Launch Bridport 2024
Dorset’s Western Vale by Sylvia Creed - is available to buy by email (sylviabluntshay@btinternet.com) and mobile (07876 820585).
Barnyard Buzz Dorset Newsletter Aug Sept Oct 2023
Dorset Newsletter Aug Sept Oct 2023
October 2023
Barnyard Buzz May-July 2023
Barnyard Buzz May-July 2023 newsletter. Campsite tales of interactions with travelers, birdwatching, and farm life. Farm and garden adventures, from Betty the calf to piglets. The Tractor Blessing, the Bishop's visit, the Coronation Lunch and the Wessex Ridgeway a four day horse ride honouring Belinda Bailey's memory. Captivating stories celebrating Marshwood Vale's culture and community.
July 2023
Dorset Campsite Newsletter Mar-Apr 2023
Welcome to our West Dorset Newsletter for March and April 2023! Join us as we document community updates and heartwarming stories from the farm, scrumptious big breakfasts, thrilling Easter egg hunts, and the unveiling of a long-awaited kitchenette at the local church. In spring we experience the joy and warmth of new life on the farm.
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Dorset Campsite Newsletter Jan-Feb 2023
Late winter Jan/ Feb 2023 newsletter provides an update on the various activities and developments in Bluntshay, West Dorset. The campsites were busier than usual in January and February, with visitors staying over weekends despite the wind, frost, and rain. The farm has undergone some transformations, including the clearing out of the old stable and shearing the sheep, while the kittens finally mastered the cat flap. Making birdhouses has become a popular activity, with various ages learning to make bird boxes for conservation efforts. Additionally, there was a pancake breakfast event and planting of Jubilee Trees in the Char Valley Parish Council area. The newsletter covers a wide range of topics that showcase the diverse activities that take place in the area.
Cider Making With Sam In West Dorset
Sam has been making cider for about 5 years. He saw the potential in the Marshwood Vale West Dorset were there remains a few quality orchards
Historic Look At Milk Collection In West Dorset
The dominance of dairying and the determination of Whitchurch farmers to stick to their pastures goes back for a long time. A Historic Look At Milk Collection In West Dorset - Barnyard Buzz Local History Whitchurch Canonicorum
Dorset Countryside Newsletter Nov-Dec 2022
A Christmas Pudding Service At Blackdown. The Kittens And Their Antics. Open Day At Brights Country Store Salwayash. Festive Open Studios At New House Farm, Broadoak. Krampus Event At The Shave Cross Inn. Barnyard Buzz Farm And Garden Updates Christmas 2022.
Dorset Countryside Newsletter Sept-Oct 2022
Our First European campers since Brexit. A farrowing of piglets. Double Trouble with the kittens. The river Char project at Bluntsshay. Pumpkins at Purcombe. Sylvia's Barnyard Buzz The Dorset Countryside Newsletter Sept-Oct 2022
Dorset Countryside Newsletter August 2022
Three generations of a Portuguese family came to stay. TB testing time on the farm. Exchequer Leghorns tragidy. Charity Music weekend at the Five bells pub, Lammas at causeway. Martin Maudsley entertains with a story and the 2022 anual Melplash show held in Bridport.
Get Hands-On with the Animals At Crabbs Bluntshay Farm
At Crabbs Bluntshay, we believe in providing a hands-on farm experience for visitors, especially children. During your stay, you will have the opportunity to help care for our geese, and if the cows and sheep are indoors during late spring or early autumn, children will have the chance to stroke them.
Dorset Countryside Newsletter June-July 2022
July's 1st fall of apples - the early variety. Cow safaris for children. Busy with the silage-making. Three Kerry Hill rare breed sheep arrive on the farm. The Queen’s platinum jubilee celebrations - June July Barnyard Buzz 2022
Dorset Countryside Newsletter April/May 2022
Nelson the boar, arrives to spend quality time with Gertrude and Wilbur the sows. Easter egg hunt on the farm. A visit to Strongate Farm for cream tea. Marshwood Vale Young Farmers’ Club race meeting and our the Whitchurch Canonicorum churches clock face returns. April & May 2022 Barnyard Buzz.
Countryside Newsletter for March ’22
Wally the cat came to stay at the campsite. Looking after orphan lambs and 5 new calfs on the farm. Mothering Sunday Service 2022 at Whitchurch Church. Lets talk Hedgehogs. True Grit. Remembrance for the 1942 Lewesdon Hill plane crash - Barnyard Buzz March 2022
Countryside Newsletter for February 2022
Ingenious tentbox still needs ladders. Clearing any old iron. Gertrude and Willbur get their nameplate. Tail end of Hurricane Eunice, a howling gale. Barnyard Buzz West Dorset Countryside Chronicles Feburary 2022.
Countryside Newsletter for January ’22
A visit from a lovely micro caravan Go Pod. Fixing up the farm buildings. Wassailing ritual In Broadoak, a pagan custom of visiting orchards to sing to the trees and spirits in the hopes of ensuring a good harvest. Barnyard Buzz January 2022.
Countryside Newsletter for November/December 2021
Mild weather so the cows stay out late. Christmas In West Dorset - Countryside chronicles, Sylvias newsletter - The Barnyard Buzz Nov/Dec 2021
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