08/09/2026
One small change you can make this week is to buy British as much as possible in your weekly food shop.
Supporting British farmers is something we’re really passionate about, and this year it’s been pretty tough out there.
Whilst most of us have been enjoying the warm weather, the farmers have had quite the struggle.
Cauliflowers and potatoes haven’t grown as they should, short supply has pushed prices, and due to the drought, the quality hasn’t been as good as usual.
Then there’s been financial impact on the meat industry too, rising costs have added extra pressure, there’s been dry land meaning a lack of natural grazing, water shortages and the general struggles of livestock surviving the heat - a little like us.
We’ve always been a strong believer in buying British as much as we can, and supporting our hard-working farmers.
Local artisan cheese on our puds menu from Harvey and Brockless to English fruit and veg from Worcester Produce and British meat from Aubrey Allen, and Wagyu from Wyndford.
Not only does it taste better, but it’s just the right thing to do, even though it might cost a little more.
Right now you can get your hands on British corn, damsons and blackberries, and winter squash and pumpkin should start coming into the shops soon too.
This week take note of where your dairy, fruit, veg and meat is from, support a local farm shop or butchers, and where possible buy free-range.
(Other ways to support the industry is through events and activities at local farms - check out
Www.onlyfarmers.co.uk to see what’s happening near us)
