Food & farming
We are committed to supporting sustainably produced, local and seasonal food because it is better for the special places we look after, better for the environment and tastes better too.
MyFarm
One of the cattle at Wimpole, taking part in the MyFarm project
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One year on from the launch of our innovative and award-winning MyFarm project on our Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire, we're dropping the sign-up fee in a bid to widen the success of MyFarm and inspire even more people to engage with farming and food. Find out more about how you can get involved with real decisions on a working farm.
Fine Farm Produce Awards
Celebrating the very best produce from our farms, estates, tenant farmers and associated businesses.
Allotments for you
In February 2009 we pledged to create 1,000 new allotments and growing spaces on our land by 2012 – and we’re delighted to have hit this target five months early.
Grass-fed beef
Research reveals that grass-fed beef is better for people and the environment. Feeding cattle on grass throughout their lifecycle is the most environmentally sustainable way to rear...
Lamb, hogget & mutton recipes
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Our selection of lamb, hogget and mutton recipes from National Trust food specialist, Brian Turner.
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Our cafes
Our food policy emphasises quality, local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.
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Cook up a storm
We've put together some of our favourite recipes and short step-by-step videos for some delicious