Shop Local: Our Guide to the Best Farm Shops
Where to buy locally sourced produce in the Cotswolds
Skip the supermarket and head straight for a local farm shop – it’s the best way to find amazing, fresh produce while supporting the folks who grow it! There’s something really satisfying about picking out veggies or grabbing a jar of jam knowing it came from just down the road.
I love finding hidden gems at organic farm shops, like a type of apple I’ve never tried before or a homemade pork pie that’s way tastier than anything store-bought.
Here is our list of the best Farm Shops in the Cotswolds:
Daylesford Organic
Very near Stow-on-the-Wold, this farm’s extensive market garden provides a bounty of fresh, seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs, complemented by pasture-raised meats, artisan bread, and handcrafted cheeses. Daylesford’s flagship Farmshop offers a curated selection of these delectable offerings, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the farm’s vibrant produce and culinary creations.
Beyond the farmshop, Daylesford‘s culinary expertise extends to its restaurants, cafes, and cookery school. The Daylesford Cookery School is a haven for aspiring chefs and home cooks, providing hands-on classes led by passionate instructors.
Daylesford Organic is not merely a farm or a food retailer; it’s an embodiment of the farm-to-fork philosophy, where nature and culinary artistry converge to create a holistic and enriching experience.
Bennetts Farm Shop
This farm shop in Leighterto is a must-visit for beef lovers. They produce their own 100% grass fed Aberdeen Angus beef, which you can find in the shop. The herd are bred, born, raised and grazed at Bennetts Farm, keeping food miles to a minimum and ensuring maximum control over herd health
The Organic Farm Shop at Abbey Home
If you love fresh, organic local food, you have to check out the Organic Farm Shop at Abbey Home. It’s near Cirencester and has everything from veggies to meat to yummy homemade goodies. They’ve also got this awesome cafe that’s totally organic – I had the best soup and sandwich there last time I was there. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area
Diddly Squat Farm Shop
This quirky farm shop near Chipping Norton is owned by celebrity journalist and farmer, Jeremy Clarkson. It offers a small range of interesting locally-sourced produce from the Cotswolds. It has been feauted on Jeremy’s TV Series about farming in the Cotswolds – so worth a visit if you are fan of the show.
WJ Castle Farm Shop, Burford
If you’re looking for a taste of the Cotswolds, definitely check out this awesome farm shop in Burford. They’ve got all sorts of local organic goodies – fresh meats, amazing cheeses, and seriously tempting baked stuff. Their homemade pies are the best – I always grab one when I’m in the area!
The Worton Kitchen Garden
If you love fresh, local food, you need to check out this little farm shop in Worton. They grow a lot of their own produce, so you know it’s super fresh. What they have changes with the seasons, which keeps things interesting. Plus, they’ve got a great cafe – I had the most amazing quiche there recently and can’t make to go back.
Jolly Nice Farm Shop
This family-run farm shop in Stroud is a great place to find fresh local produce. They support farmers, growers, artisans and micro businesses, that share their vision for a brighter future of food resilience, community and economy. With nature friendly farming at the centre of their ethos.
Cotswold Farm Shop & Butchery
This award-winning farm shop and butchery in Gloucestershire offers a wide range of award-winning meats, as well as fresh produce, cheese, and baked goods.
This is just a small selection of the many excellent farm shops in the Cotswolds.
If you are looking for more ideas on sourcing local produce – check out our guide to the best farmers markets in the Cotswolds.
