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The last calf of the year arrives…
Calf · Cattle · Farm life

The last calf of the year arrives…

19th September 2019 Kate4 Comments

Our last calf of the year took its time to arrive. The dam (mum) had been showing signs of the impending birth for a couple of weeks – her udder was gradually getting bigger as the milk prepared to come through and she was showing signs of discharge in the days leading up to the… Continue reading The last calf of the year arrives…

A birth on the farm…
Calf · Cattle · Farm life

A birth on the farm…

21st May 201921st May 2019 Kate1 Comment

A few weeks ago the cows moved outside for summer and have since been enjoying the lush grass and sunshine. The first cow set to give birth this year is due in late June – imagine then my surprise when on a dog walk last night at about 10.30pm I flash the torch across a… Continue reading A birth on the farm…

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These gorgeous scabiosas are just beginning to app These gorgeous scabiosas are just beginning to appear, as are the lupins. These are a great perennial for adding low level colour to the front or borders or for brightening up pots. And, what’s more, they’re super for wildlife… 

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Happy World Naked Gardening Day!! I think it start Happy World Naked Gardening Day!! I think it started as a dare and every year the fun continues! Thank goodness my rhubarb is so big 🤣 #worldnakedgardeningday #nakedgardeningday #nakedgardening #worldnakedgardeningday2022 #gardeningjoy #norfolk #countrylife #diaryofacountrygirl
Norfolk, you are a gem. It was truly wonderful to Norfolk, you are a gem. It was truly wonderful to visit the tulip fields of @norfolk_tulips - simply beautiful and raising essential funds for @thenorfolkhospice… #norfolk #tulips #tulipsofinstagram #norfolktulips #tappinghouse #tulipsfortapping #flowers #flowersofinstagram #flowerstagram #cutflowers @hm @iris.apfel #countrylife #countrygirl #diaryofacountrygirl
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It’s a joyous time! The Cromer crab season has b It’s a joyous time! The Cromer crab season has begun! 🦀 a few years ago I would occasionally head out to sea to help haul pots of crab and lobster. 

On one trip to sea @christaylorfoto caught the story of the legendary Cromer crab - from pot to plate. The photos were taken for the Gangway Crab Shop which sadly is no longer in the town. Head over to my stories to see the photos or click the link to my blog…

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Blossom. Has spring finally sprung here in Norfolk Blossom. Has spring finally sprung here in Norfolk?! The days are warm and sunny, the bees are buzzing and the nights are pulling out - bliss! #blossom #norfolk #spring #springhassprung #fridayfeels #countrylife #flowers #diaryofacountrygirl
This weekend the weather has been stunning, we’v This weekend the weather has been stunning, we’ve all been enjoying it, even the honey bees are out in force for the first time this year, attracted to blossom and rhododendron flowers. Since having bee hives I’ve made a right proper effort to have flowers in the garden for as long as possible throughout the year… #honeybee #bee #bees #rhodedendron #beefriendlygarden #savethebees #gardeningjoy #flowers #flowersofinstagram #norfolk #diaryofacountrygirl
I’m not the only one who appreciates a bucket of I’m not the only one who appreciates a bucket of neon pink baler twine… #farmlife #catslove #twine #balertwine #catsofinstagram #gingertom #catselfie #countrylife #pinkbalertwine #norfolk #diaryofacountrygirl #saturdaysunshine #sunbathing
The second hellebore is out, it’s a splash of go The second hellebore is out, it’s a splash of gorgeous colour in an otherwise resting garden… #hellebore #flowers #flowersofinstagram #floweroftheday #gardeningjoy #itsthestartofthingstocome #norfolk #pinkflowers #gardening #countrygarden #diaryofacountrygirl #thisiswhywegarden
Tell me, what is your favourite tart? It’s no se Tell me, what is your favourite tart? It’s no secret I’m a tart fan, Bakewell is definitely in my top five, I love the sharp layer of raspberry jam (homemade with homegrown raspberries), the almondy frangipane, the sweet silky icing and the crisp pastry casing. Other favourites of mine include walnut & caramel, treacle and custard & nutmeg… #tart #saturdaybaking #weekendbaking #bakewell #bakewelltart #raspberrytart ##sunshine ##weekendstyle #homebaking #saturdaysnacks #diaryofacountrygirl #bakeaholic #bakersofinstagram
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