Meanwhile down at the farm
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Thoughts, recipes, tips and travel…
Shhhh, the morning songs of the House Martin
Enjoy an early morning walk, listening to the birds as the fog lifts and the heavy dew glistens, soon the cows from across the way will break the morning silence and the smell of fresh brewed coffee and homemade bread from the oven wake the house…
Welcome to an easy Somerset morning at Valley View Farm. Book on line or call anytime, we look forward to your arrival. valleyviewfarmbnb.com
We have Newts too !
Welcome to Valley View Farm, we are so fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful walks in the Somerset Mendips, apple orchards, country farms and farm shops, not to mention the quaint villages that dot these rolling hills, it is the most idyllic setting. However; we are most excited about our NEWTS !
We have a small pond below the veranda, and for the past several years, more and more newts have been calling it home. I have identified three types of newts including the Great Crested Newt which is protected in the UK. So now I usually spend my morning coffee time on the steps watching my friends swim around and hide under rocks and logs. I hope they stay with us and our Bed and Breakfast guests enjoy them as much as I do. FYI… did you know a newt can live up to 25 years !
Turkey, turkey & more turkey (recipe)
What to do with left over turkey… this recipe is a keeper ! I promise. The aromatic smells of ginger, lemon, coriander, plump apricots and warming spices simmering… nothing better. Rewarded with the sweet/ savory pie that is so flavorful and beautiful. This is my #1 requested dinner from my meal prep.
