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Wildlife Stewardship

Here on the farm we have many roles, but one of the main roles is caring for the countryside, by acting as stewards of wildlife. One of the most important—and often overlooked—ways we support biodiversity is by helping wild birds survive the winter “hunger gap.”

The hunger gap is the period in late winter and early spring when natural food sources such as seeds, berries, and insects are at their lowest. Hedgerows have been picked clean, fields are bare, and cold weather increases the energy birds need simply to stay alive. For many species, this is the most dangerous time of year, and survival can depend on the availability of supplementary food.

In the video here you will see Chris Hudson, who looks after our environmental endeavours, is putting out a grain and seed mix, providing a lifeline to wild birds when the landscape offers little else. We have found this can dramatically improve bird survival rates. These practices benefit a wide range of species, from sparrows and finches to skylarks and game birds.

Feeding birds during the hunger gap is not just an act of kindness; it is an investment in a healthy farm ecosystem. Birds help control pests, disperse seeds, and contribute to the overall balance of nature. A thriving bird population is often a sign of well-managed land and a resilient environment.

Make sure you have your sound up on the video, as Mark Wood our Farm Manager explains what we are doing.

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January Feels Long — Make Your Money (and Your Meals) Go Further

If January feels like it’s dragging on forever, you’re not imagining it. After the festive spending spree, this month can be tough on the wallet. With bills to pay and payday feeling a long way off, making your money last is top of everyone’s mind.

One area where costs can quietly spiral? Takeaways. They’re convenient, but by the time you’ve added delivery fees and service charges, one meal can cost as much as several home-cooked dinners. The good news is that cutting back doesn’t mean sacrificing flavour — especially when you start with quality ingredients.

Save on Takeaways, Not on Taste

Cooking at home with great meat makes all the difference. Perrystone Meats offers high-quality cuts that turn everyday meals into something special, helping you create restaurant-worthy dishes for a fraction of the cost.

If you’re craving a comforting curry, our Lamb Rogan Josh recipe is a brilliant place to start:

👉 https://perrystonemeats.co.uk/lamb-recipes/lamb-rogan-josh-curry/

Made with tender lamb and rich spices, it’s the kind of dish that feels like a takeaway treat — without the takeaway price tag. Even better, it’s perfect for batch cooking, meaning you can stretch your ingredients across several meals and freeze portions for later.

Lamb Rogan Josh Curry

Make January Work Harder for You

January might be long, but with Perrystone Meats in your kitchen, you can enjoy comforting, flavour-packed meals while keeping your spending firmly under control.

Thank You to The New Harp Inn for Their Kind Words

We would like to say a huge thank you to The New Harp Inn for their recent social media post recognising Perrystone Meats as their trusted supplier for burger meat and Sunday beef.

As they highlighted, everything we do at Perrystone Meats is rooted in our passion for local, sustainable farming. Our beef is produced directly from farm to fork, with full traceability — meaning every animal can be tracked from birth right through to the plate. Transparency, quality, and animal welfare are at the heart of our work.

Our Ruby Red Devon cattle are all home-produced and spend their entire lives on our farm. They roam freely on rich, permanent pastures in the beautiful Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enjoying a calm, stress-free and natural environment. We are deeply committed to giving our animals the very best life possible, and we believe this care is reflected in the quality of the beef we produce.

We’re incredibly proud to work with businesses like The New Harp Inn who share our values and champion locally sourced, responsibly produced food. Their support means a great deal to us, and we’re grateful for their continued partnership.

If you haven’t already, we highly recommend paying them a visit — and we thank them again for their kind words and ongoing support.

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for instructions on how to make this really quick, economic stew, easy for your first week back at work.

Easy Leftover Veg & Beef Stew

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For a video showing you how quick and easy this is

Easy Leftovers Video

Comfort Food That Saves Money and Waste

After Christmas, it’s common to be left with spare vegetables and a tighter food budget. A hearty beef stew is the perfect solution. Using cheaper cuts of beef like chuck, shin or brisket not only keeps costs down, but works beautifully with slow cooking, turning tougher meat tender and full of flavour.

Stews are one of the easiest ways to avoid throwing away leftover vegetables such as carrots, parsnips, sprouts, onions and potatoes. Simply chop what you have, add a few cupboard staples, and let the slow cooker do the work. It’s an ideal, low-effort way to ease back into the working week while still putting a nutritious meal on the table.

Packed with vegetables, this stew also helps you get closer to your 5-a-day, even during busy January days. Make a big batch and enjoy leftovers for lunches or freeze portions for later.

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