Flaxdrayton Workshops Open Day

Flaxdrayton Workshops are opening their doors to the public on Saturday, 24thth September from 11am to 4pm.

Visitors can explore the fascinating history of this Victorian farmyard, along with an exclusive peek into the many thriving businesses and workshops nestled in the beautiful Somerset countryside; each working to make their corner of the world a better and more interesting place to be.

What is Flaxdrayton Workshops?

This historic Victorian farmyard has been in the Blake family since it was built in 1858. Francis and his wife Jane, the current generation, took on the farm in the mid-70’s, first farming organically, then, following a substantial fire in 1993, gradually converting the buildings with great care into its current vibrant community of 20 small businesses.

What to expect at the Flaxdrayton Workshops Open Day

• Taste and buy lovely fresh produce from nearby Honeypot Farm, including:
  • Beer, cider, and apple juice (Bar and to take away)
  • Fruit and vegetables, eggs and preserves
• Purchase restored antiques and memorabilia and other up-cycled collectibles
• See jewellery making, wood carving and upholstery restoration in action
• Sign up for discounted sessions of photography and Body SMART fitness
• Tour the metal gaming miniatures workshop and the Sunshine Bindery
• Play with Imagine Learn & Create’s “Fairground Games”
• Enjoy live music from Plum Jam and Toadflax in the farmyard
• Watch Morris Dancing (on at 11.30am)
• Refresh yourself at Sue’s wonderful “Cook House Café”, selling tea/coffee, pasties, cakes, and other goodies
• Find out about the history of what was a model Victorian farm 160 years ago, and its story since.
• Have your say on the exciting “Bridge Farm Cohousing” development in next door Bridge Farm

All profits are going to The Refugee Council and Somerset Wildlife Trust.

Click here to see the poster for the Flaxdrayton Workshops Open Day.

Entry is free.

Where are the Flaxdrayton Workshops?

Flaxdrayton Farm is just ½ mile from the A303 between South Petherton and Norton-sub-Hamdon.

Have any questions?

For more information, please visit www.flaxdrayton.co.uk, ring 01460 241062 or email francis@flaxdrayton.co.uk