THE SALVATION ARMY ~ HADLEIGH FARM

Its also a fun and safe farm visit for groups of all ages lead by Access to Farms trained staff. We now have teacher packs and resources tailor made for the farm by the Salvation Army Schools and Colleges Dept.

Hadleigh Farm Profile
In 1890, William Booth, the founder of The Salvation Army, bought Hadleigh Farm. He helped men who were unemployed and gave them the chance to train and learn new skills in farming. Booth found the Hadleigh Farm trainees jobs in Britain and aboard in places like Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Today Hadleigh Farm now comprises of an employment training centre, a farm and rare breeds centre, a monthly farmer’s market and tearooms which are open to the public.

We farm 400 acres of conventional crops, 100 acres of organic crops and 300 acres of organic grassland which is grazed by the cattle.
The farm’s soil type is gravel over clay and landslips are progressive. The marshland is drained for cropping. The River Thames is in close proximity which can lead to a mild, wet climate.
The farm has joined the countryside stewardship scheme to help enhance the environment. Work which has been undertaken includes hedge planting and laying, the planting of beetle banks and conservation strips and tree planting, which all helps to encourage wildlife.

Booking a Visit
Please telephone (01702 558550) or email the farm on info@hadleighfarm.co.uk to discuss your visit.

Cost of a Visit
Cost per child £3.50 (plus VAT)
Teachers and adult helpers are welcome free of charge

We do sell animal food for the children to feed the animals, as by law human food is not allowed to be fed to farm livestock. Animal Food is 40p a bag or 3 bags for a £1.

We are closed to the public on Mondays during term time but will do school trips on Mondays. On other days visits can be arranged but please note we would also be open to the public.