Regenerative community interest farm – a space for nature-friendly produce and people.
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Now that 5 Acre Farm is an independent Community interest Company (CIC) we wish to see it flourish as a community resource for the people of Backwell and beyond. This fertile Somerset land with its barns and polytunnels on the edge of the village has the potential not just to grow great food and flowers but also to act as a centre for community activity and learning, helping to strengthen Backwell’s quality of life and its environmental credentials.
It is important to those of us who started 5 Acre Farm that we develop ideas and activities with the local community that go well beyond the growing of food. As we find ourselves in a mental health crisis there is increasing realisation of the importance of outdoor activity and connection with the natural world. We very much hope that 5 Acre Farm contributes to the improvement of mental and physical health in some small way.
We have planted the seed with the formation of the CIC – now let’s grow something special together!
WHERE DID IT START? At Tobacco Factory Enterprises, our core aim is to be a model of social, environmental and economic sustainability. In early 2018, we decided to develop these values further by purchasing five acres of land near Backwell, just southwest of Bristol, and set about establishing our very own farm.
We grow following regenerative principles to produce nourishing food in a way that protects soils and biodiversity.
WHERE IS IT GOING? Another of our passions is connecting with others – and reconnecting them with the land. We run numerous volunteering, community and youth focused events throughout the year; and in 2024 affirmed this as a mission of the farm by registering as a Community Interest Farm.
Get creative in the Flower Barn at 5 Acre Farm with our seasonal wreath-making workshops. Choose from colourful dried flowers in autumn or a fresh, foliage-filled winter wreath for Christmas. No experience needed – all materials, guidance and hot drinks included.
The team at Five Acre Farm in Backwell are inviting any keen or aspiring gardeners to come and help out at our busy and productive market garden.
Emily Doe, The Dandelion Bard, is inviting you to spend an afternoon with her and Ailie from Yoga Rewild. join… view more
Craft a beautiful flower crown from this seasons summer blooms; a joyous, welcoming workshop with a keepsake to enjoy for… view more
We are thrilled to invite you to our farm for a Summer packed with hands-on workshops. Working with gorgeous fresh… view more
After the glorious abundance of Summer here at the farm, we invite you to celebrate it’s crescendo with one of our highlights of the seasonal calendar; harvest festival.
