Rudge Farm Festival – A Community Celebration
26th September 2025A Party with Purpose At Rudge Farm, we love nothing more than a good party—and when it’s in aid of something special, it feels even better. This summer, we had the absolute joy of hosting our local school’s end-of-year leavers’ party. What started as a simple send-off quickly turned into…
Hatching Sebastopol Geese at Rudge Farm
1st July 2025It’s always been a long-held dream of ours at Rudge Farm to gradually grow our collection of animals. Over the years, we’ve welcomed pygmy goats, sheep, chickens, and ducks — each one bringing something unique and special to life on the farm. This year, we decided to take the next…
Tales of Kidding Season at Rudge Farm
1st July 2025– July Beginnings, Billy Goat Dates & Baby Goat Highs and Lows – There’s a certain magic in the air when kidding season rolls around at Rudge Farm – that curious blend of anticipation, joy, exhaustion, and the occasional panicked sprint across a field with a head torch. This year,…
Exploring the Best of Dorset from Rudge Farm Cottages
1st May 2025Nestled in the heart of Dorset’s picturesque countryside, Rudge Farm Cottages offer a serene retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. While the farm itself provides a wealth of on-site amenities, the surrounding area within a 15-mile radius is brimming with activities, attractions, and…
Capturing Wildlife Photography at Rudge Farm
24th April 2025Wildlife photography at Rudge Farm offers an incredible experience. The rolling countryside provides the perfect setting for stunning images. Lady Rudge, an avid photographer, has always loved capturing nature through her lens. Since moving to the farm, she has discovered a deep passion for wildlife photography. She watches the kingfisher…
When Rudge Farm Became a Helipad for a Day
17th April 2025Sunday Morning Sunday mornings at Rudge Farm are usually a slow affair—tea in hand, a vague promise to oneself about tackling the to-do list, and a general air of tranquillity. But not this Sunday. Oh no, this Sunday came with a phone call that instantly injected some high-flying drama into…
Stargazing at Rudge Farm
10th April 2025Starlight Stories at Rudge Farm: A Night Under the Sky At Rudge Farm, we have a tradition. It’s not marked in the calendar or announced with a bell, but when the sky is clear and the moon is quiet, the Rudge Farm family knows exactly what to do. Coats are…
How We Created Our Cosy Holiday Cottages
26th March 2025There’s something truly special about staying in a holiday cottage that feels like a home away from home—somewhere warm, inviting, and full of character. When we set out to create our cosy holiday cottages, we knew we wanted them to be more than just a place to stay. We wanted…
Shearing Day at Rudge Farm
19th March 2025Springtime at Rudge Farm means one thing for our sheep—shearing day! As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, it’s time for our fluffy flock to have their annual trim. With their thick, woolly coats, our Valais sheep need regular care to keep them comfortable and healthy. That’s…
