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Easter egg hunt 2024

Easter egg hunt 2024

Join us at our Nocton Farm this Easter for a cracking hunt.

The Easter Bunny has hidden eight eggs along the Bridleway in Nocton. Collect the answers along the way to crack our Easter code.

Fill in your answer sheet and pop in to The Estate Office to receive an Easter surprise.

The perfect excuse for to enjoy the countryside this spring.

Please note

This is a self-guided event, starting at Nocton Cricket Club and ending at The Estate Office.

The bridleway is accessible on foot, bike or scooter and is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

This is a working farm – please be cautious of heavy machinery moving around the estate.

📍 Start at Nocton Cricket Club, LN4 2FH

🚗 Free parking

🥚 8 eggs to collect

📆 25 – 28 March

⏰ 12 – 6pm

DOWNLOAD YOUR ACTIVITY SHEET HERE
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MDS Graduate Scheme

MDS Graduate Scheme

MDS offers secondments for graduates across the food, fresh produce, horticulture and agriculture industries. Broken down into 3-4 placements spread across two years, the scheme offers its trainees the opportunity to experience a diverse range of roles and sectors to build their knowledge, career options and connections.

Dyson Farming provides opportunities to work with people from across the business from farm managers and operational workers to members of the communications and finance teams. We believe the partnership with MDS not only benefits trainees, but also helps our business to continue to grow and expand our knowledge within the industry, understanding the perceptions, challenges and prospects of people who are making their first steps in the industry.

“My time at Dyson Farming has given me excellent opportunities to expand my personal and professional skills. Working in the comms team as an external engagement coordinator has given me the chance to work with all aspects of the business, from planning events, school visits and engaging with the local community to building leisure initiatives, social media planning and reporting.

“I’d encourage anyone to join the MDS graduate scheme as it gives people a range of skills that you can pick up in a growing and expanding industry. I have really enjoyed my time at Dyson Farming and I’m looking forward to my future.” Georgie Bates, MDS trainee

Other opportunities

Summer Series

Not sure if agriculture is the industry for you? Summer Series gives recent school leavers and graduates the opportunity to experience a week with Dyson Farming, working closely with all aspects of the business.

Find out more about Summer Series

Inductrial placements and sandwich courses

We offer the chance for placement year students to spend time within the business, focusing on their specific career targets and needs.

Email recruitment@dysonfarming.com for more information.

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Become a Dyson Farming Research member

Become a Dyson Farming Research member

Join us to understand more about the benefits of a Dyson Farming Research membership.  

Dyson Farming Research provides growers and agronomists from across the UK with fully independent research in all areas of crop and soil management.

Our specialist team of researchers focus their efforts on interpreting complex data and exploring proven thinking, to deliver practical crop management information and solutions for combinable and potato crops.

Dyson Farming Research members receive the latest topics and research updates via a series of in-person and online technical events. Full information on membership benefits can be found at the Dyson Farming Research website.

If you are not currently a Dyson Farming Research member and would like to attend a technical event this autumn, then we have limited spaces to offer as a free ‘taster’ into membership.

The autumn series of events are hosted in locations across the UK through October and November. For further information about this offer, please contact Richard Meredith on Richard.meredith@dysonfarming.com
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Potato Days UK is coming to Dyson Farming in 2024

Potato Days UK is coming
to Dyson Farming

Dyson Farming are excited to be hosting Potato Days UK, a brand-new event coming to the UK for the first time in 2024, which will bring an internationally proven programme.

Brought to you by the DLG, this event will showcase the complete potato production and supply chain on 4-5 September 2024 at Dyson Farming in Nocton, near Lincoln. Farmers, growers and professional visitors will be able to meet the experts, see the latest machinery in action and learn about the research and innovations that are driving this highly valuable sector. This is a free to attend event with registration in advance.

Dyson Farming Research will be a lead partner in delivering knowledge exchange, technical programme, networking opportunities, panel discussions and seminars at the event.

Potato Days UK will include:

  • Total site area of 20 Ha.
  • High quality inside trade stand space for over 100 exhibitors.
  • Outdoor static display spaces.
  • Trial plots and technical demonstrations.
  • 15 Ha of live demonstrations including harvesting, load line and handling.

A professional showcase for the whole potato supply chain with exhibitors representing:

  • Potato cultivation, harvesting and storage machinery.
  • Machines for treating, packaging and processing.
  • Research and consulting.
  • Marketing and trade of potatoes, seed breeding and related inputs
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FULLY BOOKED: LEAF Open Farm Sunday 2023


FULLY BOOKED: LEAF Open Farm Sunday 2023

Open Farm Sunday 2023 at Dyson Farming is now fully booked. Please keep an eye on our social media channels for information about any last-minute availability.

We’re welcoming you to Nocton Farm for LEAF Open Farm Sunday 2023 for a family day of exploring, tours and relaxation.

This year, we’re inviting you to discover more about the environmental work we do across the farm. From the Dunston Beck restoration project to nesting bird boxes and wildflower margins, see how we work in harmony with the wildlife across the farm every day. Join Ian Willoughby, our Environmental Coordinator, on a tractor and trailer tour around the farm to discover what we do.

We’re also opening the gates of Nocton Wood, with two self-guided walks (3km and 5km) to enjoy through the protected woodland. Discover more about the species that grow there and the wildlife that calls the wood home. Pick up an activity pack from The Hive to keep your little ones engaged, from collecting flora to creating detailed tree rubbings.

Back at The Hive, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Whether you’re tasting the Dyson Farming strawberries which are grown at our glasshouse in Carrington, or relaxing to the music on, what we hope will be, a glorious summer’s day.

Food and drink will also be on offer, including gourmet toasted sandwiches from Dancing Dungarees and something to drink from Ferry Ales Brewery. Complimentary tea and coffee will also be available throughout the day.

Our recruitment team will also be on hand to talk to anyone interested in joining Dyson Farming.

Secure your spot by clicking below. Spaces are limited for the guided tours – booking is essential.

📆 11 June 2023
🕘 10 am – 4 pm
💷 Free

📍 The Hive, LN4 2AY

 
 
 
Book your place

LEAF Open Farm Sunday is a free event.

You can book up to 5 tickets as part of the checkout process.

Each tour will last approximately 1 hour.

The self-guided walks follows farm tracks that are uneven in places. The route is suitable for off-road pushchairs and motorised mobility scooters.

Yes – we are providing complimentary strawberries, tea and coffee throughout the day. There will also be a bar and gourmet toasties on offer if you are looking for something more.

Yes – there will be toilets located at The Hive.

Please note: There are no toilets on the self-guided walk or along the route of the environmental tour.

Yes – there is ample parking close to The Hive. Our team will be on hand to direct you during the day.

Please come dressed appropriately for the weather on the day of the event. The self-guided walk follows farm tracks that may be muddy following wet weather. Sturdy footwear is essential.

The self-guided walks are ideal for bringing your dog along. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times during your visit.

The tours are very popular and are likely to be fully booked, so there may not be space for dogs on the trailer.

Please keep an eye on our social media channels where you will find any information about changes to the event and cancellations.

We only open the wood to visitors at times when we will cause minimal disturbance to wildlife and our ongoing woodland management schemes.

Follow our social media channels to hear about future opportunities to explore this special place.

We’ll be taking photos and video throughout the day to use across our social channels and in marketing materials.

If you do not wish to be included, please speak to a member of our team.

If you have any more questions, please get in touch by emailing enquiries@dysonfarming.com

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Easter egg hunt 2023

Easter egg hunt 2023

The Easter Bunny has a hole in his bag. He’s dropped nine eggs across our Nocton Estate, and we need your help to find them.

Collect the clues to find out our bunny’s name and when you’ve cracked the answer, hand your sheet in at The Estate Office to receive an Easter surprise.

The perfect activity for your Easter break, the Easter egg hunt is open from Monday 3 to Thursday 6 April, 10 am – 4 pm. Parking is available free of charge at Nocton Cricket Club, The Bridleway, LN4 2FH.

You can download your activity sheet here.

Please note: This is a self-guided event, starting at Nocton Cricket Club and ending at The Estate Office.

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Fright night at the farm

Fright night at the farm

There’s something spooky down at Nocton Wood – join us this Halloween and discover the story of Victoria.

Follow the path of Victoria’s final journey and discover the gruesome tale of her untimely end in the ancient woodland where her ghost remains to this day.

A spooky wander for Halloween night, look out for the bats speeding through the trees and swooping overhead. 

Spot The Nine Brethren – an ancient oak that once marked the boundary of the Augustinian Priory that stood nearby.

Once a main road through the wood, you’ll walk in the footsteps of highwaymen and monks, and follow the trails of lords and ladies making their way through the once dangerous area.

What will happen?

Arrive at The Hive and climb aboard our tour trailer from 4 pm to enjoy a tractor ride down to Nocton Wood. Here, you’ll be greeted with tales of the wood and the terrifying story of Victoria.

You’ll be given a map to help you find your way through the wood – a 30-40 minute trail through the darkness. Look out for a host of resident wildlife, from deer to bats.

You’ll meet the highwayman and other creepy characters on your way, so keep your wits about you or be in for a fright.

Spot the letters hidden amongst the trees to crack the code and earn a treat at the end of the night.

Once your walk is over, you’ll jump aboard the trailer for a ride back to The Hive where you’ll be able to enjoy hot drinks, hot dogs, and jacket potatoes, included in your ticket price.

Tickets

50% of your ticket price will be donated to Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance.

Adults: £12

Children: £5

Email enquiries@dysonfarming.com to book your place.

What you’ll need

🧟‍♀️ | A creepy costume

☔ | Waterproofs and suitable warm clothing

🥾 | Suitable footwear – boots or wellies are ideal

🔦 | A torch – your phone is fine, but remember you might need this to document your day

Where to go

🗺 | The Hive, Wasps Nest, LN4 2GR

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  • The paths through Nocton Wood are naturally uneven, making them unsuitable for wheelchair users as well as pushchairs. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
  • Dogs are not permitted in the wood.
  • This is a family-friendly event, although due to the scary nature, it is important to take caution as you make your way around our path. Children must be supervised at all times.
  • As this event takes place after the clocks change, the sun is due to set at around 4.30 pm, which means visibility will be extremely poor in parts of the trail. Please bring a suitable torch with you to help you find your way.
  • Costumes are encouraged, although please be prepared for the seasonal weather conditions and please wear suitable footwear. The trail may be muddy in places.
  • This is a protected site so please be respectful of your surroundings and the wildlife in the area. Please take any rubbish out of the wood with you – bins are provided at The Hive.
  • Toilets are available at The Hive.
  • Photography is encouraged – share your photos with us on Instagram and Facebook @DysonFarming.
  • Please be mindful of the people around you.
  • Last entry is at 7 pm, with the final trailer returning from Nocton Wood at 7.45 pm.
  • The Hive remains open with food and refreshments available until 8 pm.
  • Parking is available at The Hive and is free of charge.
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