Ritty Farm

An ancient hill farm with Oak woodland, amazing views and a beautiful stream.

Guests are welcome to explore the wildlife abundant and livestock free farm with an incredible natural diversity. Enter the timeless world of meadow life, saunter into the woods and listen to the birds sing or find a quiet place to meditate, watch some animals, read your book or daydream. Rest, Relax and find inspiration at Ritty Farm, plenty of space to pause and be...

"Indescribable, breathtaking beauty, a wonderful week in paradise!"
Phil, Debby, Christa and Joanna

Our ethos

We understand the importance of this small pocket of ecology for the future. We live and work in an environmentally sensitive way, considering the effect on the incredible biodiversity that is present here in everything we do. We encourage (nearly!) all of the petalled, leafed plants, and all furry and feathered wildlife to thrive, and in return we are rewarded by seeing increasing numbers of species and a richer diversity developing.

Accommodation

Woodland, Yurt and firepit.

We are offering the yurt and firepit to health practitioners and group or course leaders to rent. Please get in touch if you'd like to find out more.

Bramble Retreats

We are introducing a new opportunity at Ritty Farm, Bramble Retreats. If you would like to rent our cabins for a mimimum of a week at a reduced rate in the winter months, in exchange for some bramble pulling or simular work on the land, do get in touch. Conditions for this arrangement are negotiable depending on the length of stay, hours available, and the specifics of your skills

While away your day....

Meander through the dreamy meadows in summer with a rug, picnic and a book, or find your swimming towel and venture down to the enchanting Escley Brook where paddling, swimming and rowing can all be part of your adventure. Watch out for Kingfishers and Dippers! Roast food on the fire and wonder at the stars before a cosy night by the burner, and a deep sleep in a comfy big bed.

Availability

"At Ritty farm we found stars, sunsets, soothed souls and lifted spirits. The environment is glorious, the scenery sublime."
Judy and Will.

Discover the magic

Adventure along ancient pathways and find peaceful clearings in the three acres of mature oak glade and woodland at the top of the hill. Imagine the rumoured Iron age village, enjoy fireside picnics with a yurt for shelter, or find the hammock, swinging chairs and the seat by the pond.

Through the seasons..

The woodland is especially radiant in Spring with carpets of bluebells and early purple orchids, then the meadows start to steal the show, providing ever changing waves of colourful wild flowers throughout the summer. By late Summer it’s all about the berry, hay and apple harvest. All of the plant worlds' plans coming to fruition, and new seeds being dispersed. Autumn sees the woodland and views transform into a rich tapestry of colours before the stillness of winter descends. The peacefulness, the clear, crisp air and splendid atmospheric views of winter are unforgettable. A visit to Ritty Farm is recommended for anyone seeking space and connection with nature. Calling all wildlife enthusiasts, walkers, stargazers and wild swimmers!

" It was the short break we were hoping for - a total reset."
Jacquie.

Roam free!

One major benefit is there are walks from the doorstep so there's no need to get in a car. You can easily walk to our local pub, The Bridge Inn and sample their delicious food. Two footpaths meet at the farmyard entrance. Easy Rambles with exceptional views of the Black Mountains to the South, The Skirrid Mountain and Merlins Hill in the East, and Vagar Hill to the West. If you get to the top of the hill you can see the Malvern and Clee hills to the North.

Further afield

Retreat to somewhere magical

Immerse yourself in natures' abundance which surrounds you on twenty five acres of beautiful land. Experience walking through ancient oak woodland and lying in pretty wildflower meadows.