Becketts Farm Honey Our stock of Becketts Farm honey is back in store, and it flies off the shelves so quickly each year. Produced under two miles away from our store on our farmland in Earlswood, this really is local honey in every sense of the word. Bee keeper, Andrew draws the honey from a small colony of bees just down the road from here. On average a bee travels less than a mile from its hive for food, so the honey is produced from the nectar of local plants and flowers. This sweet treat should be enjoyed in moderation....

Office Desk Essentials! Whether you work in a 9-5 job or from your office at home, you may struggle to keep motivated throughout the day. We have listed some great ideas below that you can keep in or on your desk that may help you throughout your working day! Flavoured Coffee – Coffeeholic? Are you in a routine of when you have your cups of tea or coffee during your working day? How about spicing up your afternoon caffeine fix with one of these flavour infused coffees from the ‘Littles’ range we stock in our Farm Shop. You will feel...

The Picnic Spot Living in the Midlands means that we have access to lots of lovely picnic spots, both close to home and further afield. Wythall itself has a brilliant community park, and just a stone’s throw away from us we have Earlswood Lakes, the Lickey Hills or the Clent Hills. You could pack up the picnic bag and head towards the west coast, or even over into Wales to take in some beautiful scenery. Or venture to one of Birmingham’s 571 parks! The most important factor to remember when deciding the perfect spot for your picnic, is that we...

We are delighted to have been awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2019.  We currently rank in the top 100 out of 1845 restaurants in Birmingham. With so many world class restaurants in our city, we’re pleased that ‘little old us’ – an independent, family-run establishment – can give the best of them a run for their money! Of course we owe this status firstly to our dedicated team here. Thank You! Our chefs take care over every dish that leaves our kitchen. Whether you visit during a busy Saturday breakfast or for a leisurely weekday lunch, quality, taste...

This week we are celebrating British Sandwich Week, so pull up a chair and enjoy a few of our favourite facts about this iconic culinary invention. In the UK, a whopping 8.2 million sandwiches are purchased each year! Our favourite sandwich in the UK is a classic bacon sarnie, but traditional cheese comes in a close second. Across the pond, our American friends have peanut butter and jelly as their firm fave. The sandwich is such a convenient meal for grab-and-go lunches, picnics and quick, simple suppers. It seems that a time saving snack was in the mind of the...

The Easter holidays are soon approaching, and we couldn’t think of a better time for young crafters to express their creativity! Rather than throwing away your egg boxes, you can up-cycle them to keep the kids entertained this Easter and save some pennies in the process! Collect an egg box from our Easter event running every day between the 13th April – 28th April. Click here for more information. Below are six ideas for you and your children to make the best egg-box masterpieces…   Egg-box pirate treasure chest What you need: 1 egg box (for 6 eggs) A paintbrush Red,...

Its British Beef Week! From the 1st April – 7th April we are celebrating British Beef Week by acknowledging the quality and versatility of the British Beef industry! Whether you are having a BBQ, making a Bolognese or cooking a roast, there’s no doubt that beef is a traditional favourite! Incorporating beef into your diet has a variety of health benefits. Firstly, with the daily recommended protein intake being around 56 grams per day, beef is a great contribution to a balanced diet. Surprisingly there is approximately 26g of protein per 100g! Furthermore, there are less saturated fats in beef,...

Why is Team Building so Great? There are a variety of great reasons why team building can be extremely beneficial for a company. With many corporations facing difficulties in competitive industries, strong positive relationships within the workplace can bring great success to your business. Here are a few reasons why team-building could be the answer to your business goals. 1. Communication Regardless of the role that each person plays, communication in a team is crucial. Whether it’s a team sport or a corporate company, communication is a vital contributor to success. Through great communication, tasks can be completed more accurately...

Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for Mothers day? Here are a few ideas that are less traditional, more thoughtful and unique! Homemade Lavender Bath Salts It’s clear to say that mums love to pamper themselves and relax. Whether that is in a spa, or simply in the bath tub at home! Relaxing is one thing, but the genuine feeling of relaxation is something a little different. This idea incorporates lavender – an essential oil believed to include antiseptic and anti-inflammatory characteristics. Furthermore, lavender is used to treat anxiety, depression, stress and restlessness. Below is a recipe for...

Acorns Furniture Store Wednesday 20th March and Wednesday 19th June 10am – 1pm We’re really lucky to have one of the three fantastic Acorns Children’s Hospice Furniture Stores onsite here at Becketts Farm. The shop is a treasure trove of high-quality, second hand furniture. From sofas, to dining tables, dressers to nursery furniture there’s always a real bargain to be had. What better time to visit the store than on one of their fantastic, free antiques valuation days? Bring your antiques, collectables, jewellery, silver and fine art along, where a team of valuers from Biddle & Webb’s will be there to...