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With an increasing number of members seeking to embrace farm diversification, we are joined by CLA member Jonny Crickmore, a third generation dairy farmer and owner of Fen Farm Dairy in Suffolk who shares with us his diversification story.
Published on 3 Mar 2021
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- In this podcast we are joined by CLA member Jonny Crickmore, a third generation dairy farmer and owner of Fen Farm Dairy in Suffolk who shares with us his diversification story. Identifying a gap in the market, in 2013 Jonny and his wife Dulcie launched their specialist cheese: Baron Bigod.
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- Farm diversification: Fen Farm Dairy, Suffolk
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This week we discuss how CLA member Caroline Lowsley-Williams has diversified her beautiful family home and country estate, Chavenage House, into a location for TV and film productions including the BBC1 series Poldark and The Pale Horse.
Published on 11 May 2021
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- In this podcast, CLA member Caroline Lowsley-Williams, owner of the Chavenage House, shares with us how they started out, the value of filming for the business of the estate, and the benefits of teletourism.
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- Film Set Diversification: Chavenage House, Gloucestershire
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Alongside the UK’s long standing love of dogs, lockdown further increased numbers and as people return to work, it’s essential that their dogs are taken care of
Published on 3 Nov 2021
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- Alongside the UK’s long standing love of dogs, lockdown further increased numbers and as people return to work, it’s essential that their dogs are taken care of
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- Sponsored: Dog day care an attractive diversification option as demand soars
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Hear the Penllyn Estate’s diversification journey, which includes holiday cabins and, more recently, its farm shop.
Published on 3 Mar 2021
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- In this podcast you will hear the Penllyn Estate’s diversification journey, which includes holiday cabins and, more recently, its farm shop.
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- Farm Diversification Uncovered: Penllyn Estate Farm, Wales
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Discover how the 19th century limestone farm buildings have been transformed into Uncle Henry’s Farm Shop, Butchery and Café. Published on 23 Feb 2021
Family farm diversification story
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- Lee Murphy
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- The East
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- Meryl and Emma Ward - Uncle Henry’s, Lincolnshire
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- Family farm diversification story
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As the government consults on greater planning powers for mayors in England, we examine the proposals and what they could mean for landowners, farmers and rural businesses
Published on 17 Sep 2026
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- Shannon Fuller
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- As the government consults on greater planning powers for mayors in England, we examine the proposals and what they could mean for landowners, farmers and rural businesses
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- What new mayoral planning powers could mean for rural communities
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From a family farm to one of the world's most famous recording studios, discover the remarkable story of Rockfield Studios in Monmouthshire, where music legends including Queen, Black Sabbath and Paolo Nutini recorded some of their biggest hits Published on 14 Sep 2026
Sowing the seeds of rock
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- Rob Hackney
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- Wales
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- From a family farm to one of the world's most famous recording studios, discover the remarkable story of Rockfield Studios in Monmouthshire, where music legends including Queen, Black Sabbath and Paolo Nutini recorded some of their biggest hits
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- Sowing the seeds of rock
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Find out more about the proposed overnight visitor levy in England – a tax that could place further pressure on small rural businesses that rely on visitors, investment and seasonal trade
Published on 11 Sep 2026
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- Peter Fage
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- Find out more about the proposed overnight visitor levy in England – a tax that could place further pressure on small rural businesses that rely on visitors, investment and seasonal trade
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- Government’s new tax on overnight stays risks burdening rural tourism
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CLA Cymru is urging Welsh Government to use its latest review of holiday let taxation to deliver meaningful reform for genuine self-catering businesses, including reducing the 182-day letting threshold to 105 days.
Published on 28 Aug 2026
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- Steven Crane-Jenkins
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- Wales
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- CLA Cymru is urging Welsh Government to use its latest review of holiday let taxation to deliver meaningful reform for genuine self-catering businesses, including reducing the 182-day letting threshold to 105 days.
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- 182-day rule review: CLA Cymru calls for 105-day threshold and workable exemptions
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Several long-standing CLA recommendations have been reflected in the revised NPPF, delivering a more proportionate approach to planning and rural development
Published on 20 Aug 2026
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- Shannon Fuller
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- Several long-standing CLA recommendations have been reflected in the revised NPPF, delivering a more proportionate approach to planning and rural development
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- CLA secures wins for land managers as government publishes revised National Planning Policy Framework
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CLA South West invites members to the Somerset Branch Autumn Visit to Quantock Lakes on Monday 21 September.
Published on 10 Aug 2026
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- Sarah Wells-Gaston
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- The South West
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- CLA South West invites members to the Somersedt Branch Autumn Visit (incorporating the Branch AGM) to Quantock Lakes
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- Your invitation to the CLA Somerset Branch Autumn Visit
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CLA advisers will be on hand at NAEC Stoneleigh to support landowners and rural businesses exploring glamping and diversification opportunities
Published on 22 Jul 2026
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- Natalie Oakes
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- The Midlands
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- CLA advisers will be on hand at NAEC Stoneleigh to support landowners and rural businesses exploring glamping and diversification opportunities
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- CLA Midlands at The Glamping Show 2026