Glamping

Announcing the finalists for the British Farming Awards Diversification (Large) and Diversification (Small) of the Year 2024

Bridget Gooden, who runs Garslade Farm on the Somerset Levels has noticed an increased level of interest from people wanting to stay on a working farm and puts it down to the 'Jeremy Clarkson effect' and the popularity of his TV series Clarkson's Farm

With suggestions the trend for holidaying in the UK has been hit by the weather and cost of living crisis, what is the impact on farm diversifications?

Jonathan Benson and Nicola Marsh may have introduced glamping pods to their fell farm, but history and heritage is still at the heart of their business. Emily Ashworth visits them to find out more