Coombe Meadow woke up to a world of stillness this morning as we welcomed the first snowfall of the season. Stepping outside, the familiar valley was transformed, draped in a delicate, white veil. The most captivating moment was the dawn—the distant ridgeline painted in soft shades of pink and violet, glowing against the fresh snow…

Stepping into a new rhythm at Coombe. Two weeks today , the keys to Coombe Mill changed hands. More quietly, a new rhythm began. For many years, this valley has been filled with family laughter and shared moments. As the new stewards of this land, we feel a deep responsibility — not only to care…

Coombe Mill enjoyed another full house of guests over the Christmas period.  It was lovely to see all the decorations and Christmas trees up inside the lodges, as well as our new outside decorations and lights which created a warm welcome for all our returning guests.  Christmas Eve felt very festive too, as we ventured…

Spring is well and truly with us now, which is evident from the abundance of primroses and daffodils which add colour all around the farm.  In addition to this, mother nature has provided us with a bountiful supply of garlic which we have experimented and tested our culinary skills with. We have added a recipie…

Happy New Year! We finished last year without Covid for the first time since arriving at Coombe Mill and have hit 2023 with many refurbishments ready for opening on Monday. Winter 2022 Heligan Night Garden Christmas Light Show Every year, the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall put on a spectacular Christmas Light Show.  This…

As we watch the leaves turn and float down to cover the ground, we know that Summer is now coming to an end.  This Summer we have been blessed with long periods of sunshine. Unlike in other parts of our country, we have welcomed the heat as another excuse to escape to the beach. We…

Spring and new life on the farm is always a joyful time on the calendar, as we witness the long-awaited births of some of our animals here at Coombe Mill Farm.

Whilst we were away for a few days visiting Penzance, Lands End and the Lizard Peninsula, storm Arwen decided to hit. We returned to quite a site…

Despite the lack of consistent Summer weather this month, when the sun has been shining we have tried to take full advantage of it.