A chance of a lifetime opportunity to work in partnership with The National Trust on the Llyn Peninsula.

The National Trust is looking for an environmentally aware farmer to care for one of Wales’ most western farms. Penrhyn Mawr, a 133 acre family farm, is situated near the tip of the Llyn Peninsula and has spectacular views of Aberdaron bay. This mixed farm has a rich variety of flora and fauna and is home to many rare birds including the chough.

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Prospective tenants can find out more about the opportunity by visiting the National Trust stand at the Royal Welsh Show (21-24 July). Between 10am and 12pm on 23 July (Wednesday), an opportunity will also exist for an informal discussion with some members of staff on the Trust stand. The farm will then be advertised in the press during August when an information pack will be available and a viewing day organised.

Richard Neale Property Manager for West Snowdonia & Llyn describes the vision for this unique farm.

'This is a special farm and we are committed to ensuring that we protect and extend the flower-rich grassland and create vibrant habitats for wildlife. We want to make sure that Chough and other farmland birds will find abundant feeding and nesting sites throughout the farm and farming practices will not compromise the landscape value of the area. We want to work with a farmer that will share our vision and manage the farm sensitively and in an innovative way’.

The National Trust also plans to develop the holding at Penrhyn Mawr as a ‘home’ for wider conservation work on the Llyn, working with key players to achieve greater conservation status for the region.

There are also opportunities to work closely with other conservation organisations such as the Countryside Council for Wales and the RSPB in the management of the farm, which has a traditional farmhouse and a variety of outbuildings. There are plans to extend the Llyn Coast Path to include the farm’s coastal belt.