Wildlife at Fell House Farm

A place where nature thrives

Thanks to our sustainable farming and rewilding efforts, Fell House Farm has become a haven for wildlife. From rare farmland birds to hedgerow mammals and vibrant insect life, the landscape here is full of quiet beauty and life - if you know where (and when) to look.

Whether you’re watching buzzards from your cabin deck or spotting butterflies along a hedgerow walk, there’s something magical about being so close to nature.

Birdlife You Might See

Over 30 bird species regularly visit or live on the farm, including some that are rare or in decline elsewhere.
Look (and listen) out for:

Skylarks, Curlew, Lapwings – often heard singing over open pastures
Barn Owls, Buzzards, Kestrels, Merlin – seen hunting at dawn or dusk
Songbirds like Yellowhammers, Redstarts, Treecreepers, Bullfinches
Water and wading birds – including Oystercatchers, Heron, and even Osprey near Hallington Reservoir

Hedges & Woodlands

We’re actively planting native hedgerows and trees across the farm - creating wildlife corridors, shelter for animals, and long-term carbon sinks. Every hedge and tree helps:

Promote biodiversity
Provide food and habitat for birds and insects
Capture and store carbon naturally

Wildlife Conservation

We manage our land not just for farming, but for the species that live here too. That includes:

Creating mosaics of habitats through light grazing
Maintaining wet areas for amphibians
Protecting nesting grounds for rare and native birds

A Stay That Gives Back

When you book a stay at Fell Farm, you’re not just taking a break - you’re:

Helping fund wildlife habitat creation
Supporting endangered native breeds
Investing in sustainable land management and carbon capture

Thank you for being part of this journey. We hope your time here leaves you feeling restored, inspired, and more connected to the land beneath your feet.