Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties
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Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

Welcome To Oldbury Cottage Care Farm CIC

Set in a beautiful part of Warwickshire, our farm is dedicated to providing people with learning disabilities and or dementia, a safe and rewarding space to explore life on a farm.

Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for vulnerable individuals, offering them the chance to engage in daily farm activities. These activities include animal care, growing vegetables and fruit, farm maintenance, food preparation and cooking, crafts, teamwork, and skill-building. We have a diverse range of livestock, including sheep, lambs, goats, pigs, chickens, a dog and cat.

A Care Farm For Adults With Learning Difficulties & Disabilities
Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

New Life on the Farm

New life on the farm is a symbol of renewal and brings with it a palpable sense of excitement whenever new animals are born.  Each new birth provides valuable learning experiences and is a chance to understand animal behaviour and health care better. The process of nurturing and caring for newborn animals creates a  strong bond between the attendees and the animals, fostering a deeper connection to the farm and its inhabitants.
Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

Woodwork Shop

Discover the Woodwork Shop at Oldbury Cottage Care Farm, where adults with learning disabilities craft bird boxes, bat boxes, and feeders from reclaimed wood in a friendly, supportive environment.
Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

OUR AIMS

Oldbury Cottage Care Farm CIC offers people with learning disabilities and or dementia, the opportunity to work on a traditional small farm. Our experienced farm staff offer a wide range of activities to suit all needs. These include animal care, horticulture, cooking, farm maintenance, arts and crafts.

We aim to engage, encourage and enthuse all who attend and constantly strive to enable each individual to realise their potential. Our farm offers a real working environment where visitors can learn new skills, improve their confidence and self esteem and become a valued member of the farm team. Whatever their ability they will find their place here and contribute to a valued enterprise.

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Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

Polytunnel “Farm to Fork”

Our polytunnel vegetable growing sessions provide a calm, supportive space for adults with learning disabilities or difficulties to learn about planting, nurturing, and harvesting fresh produce.

Meaningful Activities That Help To Realise Each Persons Potential

Work on a care farm can help provide meaningful activities and a practical daily structure.

The activities undertaken at Oldbury Cottage Care Farm CIC are real and based on the daily, weekly and seasonal jobs around the farm.  The benefits of being outdoors in the fresh air and working with animals are improved mental and physical health; are now becoming more widely recognised by health and education professionals.

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Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties
Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

Sensory Garden

Our sensory garden, which is currently under construction, will be a specially designed space that engages and stimulates the five senses: sight, scent, sound, touch, and taste
Oldbury Cottage Care Farm - For People With Learning Disabilities & Difficulties

Cookery & Kitchen Skills

Our cookery and kitchen skills sessions are designed for adults with learning disabilities or difficulties, helping to build confidence, independence, and a love for good food.

Latest News

Here, you’ll find updates on all the exciting activities, events, and projects happening on the farm. From new workshops and seasonal highlights to inspiring stories from our participants, this is the place to stay connected with our growing community. Keep checking back for the latest news and see how we’re making a difference every day! 🌿🐝🎨

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