The journal
Seasonal notes, walks, food and farm life — written to be useful before, during and after a stay.
Meet the animals of Borough Farm
Alba the Labrador, a flock of longwool sheep, three Connemara ponies and a run of hens — the residents who make this a working farm.
Sauna, hot tub and slow evenings at Borough Farm
A panoramic barrel sauna, log-fired hot tubs and a sky full of stars — how rest actually happens on the farm.
Which stay is right for you at Borough Farm
Five very different spaces across one farm — barns for two, a family barn and a hilltop yurt. A short, honest guide to picking the right one.
From the orchard: juice, cordial and jam
Elderflower in June, apples in autumn, eggs all year — how the farm feeds its guests.
Lambing and spring at Borough Farm
Rare Devon & Cornwall Longwools, bottle-fed lambs, and why spring is the farm at its most alive.
Walks from the farm gate
You don't need to drive to walk well here — field paths, quiet lanes and Dartmoor's western edge, straight from the yard.
Whole Farm Hire: Gather Everyone at Borough Farm
Take over the barns, the yurt and The Loft together — exclusive use of Borough Farm for reunions, big birthdays, small celebrations and retreats.
An Accessible Barn Stay on a Devon Farm: The Dairy
Ground-floor living, a spacious wet room and wheelchair ramps available — The Dairy makes a Dartmoor farm stay work for guests with mobility challenges.
A Romantic Escape on Dartmoor's Edge
Roll-top baths, wood-fired hot tubs, star-filled skies and nowhere you need to be: how couples slow down at Borough Farm.
Dog-Friendly Glamping & Barn Stays in Devon
Bringing the dog? With 18 acres of farmland, Dartmoor on the doorstep and a dog-friendly barn and yurt, Borough Farm was made for holidays with the whole pack.
Borough Farm Apple Juice: From Our Devon Orchard to Your Glass
If you’ve walked through the farm on a crisp autumn morning, you’ll have passed the orchard — a beautiful, slightly wild patch of apple trees that sits at the heart of Borough Farm. Every year, those trees produce a generous harvest, and for some time now, we’ve been turning that harvest into something rather special: our own Borough Farm apple juice.
Spring at Borough Farm: Lambing, Blossom and Dartmoor at Its Best
There’s a moment in early spring when you can feel the farm shift. It’s not sudden — it arrives quietly, in the softening of the ground underfoot, the longer light at the end of the day, and the first tentative birdsong at dawn. After months of frost-hardened earth and still, grey mornings, Borough Farm is stretching back to life.
6 Must-Do Hikes Near Borough Farm
Whether you’re looking for the salty breeze of the North Devon and Cornwall cliffs or the rugged tors and open wilderness of Dartmoor, Borough Farm is perfectly positioned to give you the best of both worlds. Here are six of our absolute favourite local hikes to help you explore the wilder side of our doorstep.
Our Borough Farm Sheepskins
If you are looking for something warm, natural and luxurious to add to your home this winter, you have come to the right place. Raised here in Devon and tanned locally, our Borough Farm rare breed sheepskins are sustainable, super-soft and each one is unique. Both breeds are extra large making for enormous sheepskins, slow grown on our gorgeous farm, they are cosy, timeless and handmade by nature.
True Dartmoor Wilderness
Borough Farm is surrounded by true Dartmoor wilderness, with views of Brentor from the Barns & the Yurt, adventurous activities & great walks on your doorstep - what more could you ask for?
Local Foods & Restaurants
West Devon is home to a wide number of high quality farms and food producers as well as artisan makers. There is an abundance of first class grass fed meat, locally produced cheeses and dairy produce as well as bread makers, cider and apple juice makers (including our own here at Borough Farm). Fresh fruit and vegetables is also in abundance.
Coastal Activities
Devon is home to two fabulous coastlines with their own unique beachscapes, The North Coast, with its rugged and energetic seas, notorious for surfing, or watching the waves come crashing in on stormy days, and the calmer South Coast, great for kayaking up the creeks, wild swimming and peaceful walks.
Breathe & Move Yoga Retreats at Borough Farm
With daily yoga in our peaceful loft studio, nourishing food, wild swimming, guided walks and time to slow down, it’s a chance to move, breathe and reconnect with nature. Retreats run from Thursday to Sunday, with prices from £450pp.
5 Must Do Activities in and around Borough Farm
Borough Farm's yurts in Devon offer a sustainable and nature-focused glamping experience, where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, surfing, horse riding, cycling, and stargazing while learning about sustainable living practices.
The top 6 restaurants near Borough Farm
Discover the top dining destinations near Borough Farm. From the farm-to-table delights of Coombeshead Farm to the cosy traditional fare at The Castle Inn, Lydford, The Blacksmiths Arms, Lamerton, and The Cornish Arms, Tavistock. Each restaurant offers a unique taste of local cuisine and hospitality. Whether you’re after a sophisticated meal or a relaxed pub experience, these establishments promise to enhance your visit with delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere.
Borough's Big 5: Discover the top 5 animals you can spot during your stay
From right on your doorstep at Borough Farm, to Dartmoor and the Devon Coast, you can spot red deer, Dartmoor ponies, peregrine falcons, grey seals, and even otters. Read on for tips on where and when to spot these fascinating species.
The best cycling routes near Borough Farm
Borough Farm, located near Lifton and on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, is a haven for cycling enthusiasts. With its stunning scenery, challenging hills, and quiet country lanes, the area offers some of the best cycling routes in Devon.
