The hamlet of East Shilvinghampton is situated halfway along a valley that stretches from Portesham to Upwey, East Shilvinghampton enjoys far-reaching views in either direction. Both sea and sun are within grasp as nearby Weymouth beach has one of the sunniest climates in the UK.
Shilvington
Family run for over 70 years
Current owners, Martin and Joby, work in partnership with Martin’s parents Tom and Sheila, running a beef suckler herd, and growing wheat, barley and grass. It’s an inclusive operation and the owners are keen to answer questions as guests take the opportunity to learn more about farm life.
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Whilst staying on the farm you may spot some of the animals, including chickens, labradors Lizzie and Honey, goat Trit-Trot; Chase, the horse and Pumpkin, the Shetland pony. The Bartlett’s non-intensive method of farming means that deer, hares, foxes, rabbits, buzzards and a wide assortment of birds can be spotted from the site. Check the hedgerows during autumn; there’s an abundance of sloe berries which campers are free to pick and take home to make delicious sloe gin.
