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My heartfelt thanks to all of you lovely people who have purchased pictures from me this year or taken the time to read my blog updates, I confess to not be so quick to update the galleries but the slideshow and the blog page are usually refreshed monthly.
I am now selling my greetings card range direct from my website with payment through Paypal.
A range of my cards are now being sold in the Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse Musuem gift shop and reflect the animals and wildlife found on the farm.
A further range is now on sale at the Norfolk Herb farm that is a little more tailored for garden and wildlife lovers. Ollie, Michelle and Rosie look forward to greeting new and existing customers to their recently extended shop that has a lovely seating area and a coffee machine!
I continue to thank all the loyal customers who visit Algy's Farm Shop to buy my cards. I take the majority of my hare pictures on the actual farm itself so it's wonderful that I get to share some of the magic happening in the fields. Algy's farm shop stocks a host of delicious, locally produced foods in addition to birdseed and his home produced popcorn! Located on the Fakenham Road at Bintree it's very clearly signposted as you approach it.
In the meantime stay safe, stay well and here's hoping that your own little patch of garden and local wildlife may do some healing for your soul.
I am now selling my greetings card range direct from my website with payment through Paypal.
A range of my cards are now being sold in the Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse Musuem gift shop and reflect the animals and wildlife found on the farm.
A further range is now on sale at the Norfolk Herb farm that is a little more tailored for garden and wildlife lovers. Ollie, Michelle and Rosie look forward to greeting new and existing customers to their recently extended shop that has a lovely seating area and a coffee machine!
I continue to thank all the loyal customers who visit Algy's Farm Shop to buy my cards. I take the majority of my hare pictures on the actual farm itself so it's wonderful that I get to share some of the magic happening in the fields. Algy's farm shop stocks a host of delicious, locally produced foods in addition to birdseed and his home produced popcorn! Located on the Fakenham Road at Bintree it's very clearly signposted as you approach it.
In the meantime stay safe, stay well and here's hoping that your own little patch of garden and local wildlife may do some healing for your soul.
Not quite ready yet
29th August 2025 - 0 comments
29th August 2025 - 0 comments
As the summer starts to near its end and the seasonal transition begins the birds in our garden are gradually getting their adult, autumn plumage. Even this year's young are starter to look smarter so in a couple of weeks time they should be looking photo ready.
Young at Heart
10th August 2025 - 0 comments
10th August 2025 - 0 comments
There is nothing more I enjoy than watching the seasons young hares discover not just their surroundings, but how fast their legs can make them run, jump and leap, and the importance of controlling those rather large ears to act as a counter balance around corners!
A busy summer
10th August 2025 - 0 comments
10th August 2025 - 0 comments
Now that the fields are being cleared, after the fragmented course of the harvest, my local hares have become a little, less reliable in turning up for a photo session.
I can't really complain as it been a very busy summer with hares behaving very differently to past encounters I have been fortunate enough to witness.
Due to the dry, dusty conditions a morning roll and scratch has become quite the activity. I have watched hares roll around, kick up the dust and enjoy a really good back rub. Followed by having a really good grooming session and some impressive yoga stretches before setting off on their way once more.
I can't really complain as it been a very busy summer with hares behaving very differently to past encounters I have been fortunate enough to witness.
Due to the dry, dusty conditions a morning roll and scratch has become quite the activity. I have watched hares roll around, kick up the dust and enjoy a really good back rub. Followed by having a really good grooming session and some impressive yoga stretches before setting off on their way once more.
Craft Fair Appearances 2025
03rd August 2025 - 0 comments
03rd August 2025 - 0 comments
I will be looking forward to greeting both returning and new customers at my trade stand at the Aylsham Farmers Show at Blicking Hall on Monday 25th August Bank Holiday.
Located in the Market Lane I hope you can find time to visit me and say hello!
I will be also at the following events:
Craft Fair at Westacre Theatre Sunday 21st September.
Apple Day at Gressenhall Workhouse & Farm Sunday 12th October
Castle Acre Priory Christmas Fair on Saturday 29th November
Located in the Market Lane I hope you can find time to visit me and say hello!
I will be also at the following events:
Craft Fair at Westacre Theatre Sunday 21st September.
Apple Day at Gressenhall Workhouse & Farm Sunday 12th October
Castle Acre Priory Christmas Fair on Saturday 29th November
More new cards 2025
11th April 2025 - 0 comments
11th April 2025 - 0 comments
I have updated and added some new cards to my ever growing range and there will be a few more to in the next month or so. Always interested to see what is clicked on for interest so please have a look and see what you think?
A pheasant time of the morning
01st April 2025 - 0 comments
01st April 2025 - 0 comments
It's the time of year when an alarm clock isn't required as the dawn chorus bursts into full volume outside the bedroom windows at the first light of day.
A little less melodic are the local male pheasants are making their presence known with their croaky, loud call. Even if their noise is a little less soothing I still consider myself to be very fortunate living in the Norfolk countryside.
A little less melodic are the local male pheasants are making their presence known with their croaky, loud call. Even if their noise is a little less soothing I still consider myself to be very fortunate living in the Norfolk countryside.
Back in my happy place
01st April 2025 - 0 comments
01st April 2025 - 0 comments
It's been a while since I have been across the fields to spend time with my favourite photographic subject, the local brown hares.
I can't say I nailed it today but I did get a couple of chances that bode well for the coming weeks suggesting that I could be in the right place albeit not necessarily at the right time.
Happy Days
I can't say I nailed it today but I did get a couple of chances that bode well for the coming weeks suggesting that I could be in the right place albeit not necessarily at the right time.
Happy Days
Algy's Farm Shop
31st March 2025 - 0 comments
31st March 2025 - 0 comments
Everything is on track for Algy's bigger and much improved farm shop reopening this Friday 4th April.
I am have been more than fortunate to have built a library of farm photographs both of the wildlife and farm activities over the course of the last 10 years. Being allowed unlimited access to photographing particularly the hares, owls and deer have given me rewards such as credentials of being a highly commended wildlife photographer in the British Wildlife Photographic Awards again this year.
It is therefore a massive privilege to repay Algy, Catherine and family their kindness by showcasing lots of my accumulated images in the shop and cafe, which will open later in the month.
I wish Algy, Catherine and Annabel big success and a hearty welcome well done in which they have been able to achieve, a farm shop like no other in our locality.
I am have been more than fortunate to have built a library of farm photographs both of the wildlife and farm activities over the course of the last 10 years. Being allowed unlimited access to photographing particularly the hares, owls and deer have given me rewards such as credentials of being a highly commended wildlife photographer in the British Wildlife Photographic Awards again this year.
It is therefore a massive privilege to repay Algy, Catherine and family their kindness by showcasing lots of my accumulated images in the shop and cafe, which will open later in the month.
I wish Algy, Catherine and Annabel big success and a hearty welcome well done in which they have been able to achieve, a farm shop like no other in our locality.
Greeting Cards Buy Online
15th January 2025 - 0 comments
15th January 2025 - 0 comments
It's taken a while but finally I have enabled my greetings cards to be sold via my website.
There is a standard post and packing cost that covers small packages so it costs work out to the customers favour should you buy in quantity. I love happy customers!
There is a standard post and packing cost that covers small packages so it costs work out to the customers favour should you buy in quantity. I love happy customers!
Sharp focus
26th December 2024 - 0 comments
26th December 2024 - 0 comments
It's that time of year when birds of prey are far easier to spot against the stark, winter outline of tree branches and dull overcast skies.
I am currently much in love with a visiting male kestrel who perches on a dead tree behind the house and fixes his sharp focused stare on activity below in the long grass.
Unlike the buzzards that sometimes sit in the same tree and will take to the wing with just the hint of me reaching for the backdoor handle; the kestrel just ignores everything else whilst being so intent on it's catching prey.
I am currently much in love with a visiting male kestrel who perches on a dead tree behind the house and fixes his sharp focused stare on activity below in the long grass.
Unlike the buzzards that sometimes sit in the same tree and will take to the wing with just the hint of me reaching for the backdoor handle; the kestrel just ignores everything else whilst being so intent on it's catching prey.
Strutting and rutting
22nd October 2024 - 0 comments
22nd October 2024 - 0 comments
It's that time of year when the red and fallow deer rut kicks off and the testosterone heat was beginning to rise at Holkham Country Park this week.
Whilst the bigger compatriots bang their heavy, antlered heads together less dominant opportunistic stags gently round up their harems on the edge of the woods.
Whilst the bigger compatriots bang their heavy, antlered heads together less dominant opportunistic stags gently round up their harems on the edge of the woods.
Pumpkin Party
20th October 2024 - 0 comments
20th October 2024 - 0 comments
It's always lovely to get some unexpected help but sadly this little helper is more intent on helping himself rather than fashioning a halloween pumpkin.
I have since had to remove them from temptation overnight as I know that pumpkins are potentially dangerous to hedgehogs and possibly other small mammals.
I have since had to remove them from temptation overnight as I know that pumpkins are potentially dangerous to hedgehogs and possibly other small mammals.
Final Craft Fair 2024
20th October 2024 - 0 comments
20th October 2024 - 0 comments
My final craft fair of the year will be at the lovely venue of West Acre Theatre. Having done it for the first time last year it is one of the most festive events I have attended too date, hope to see you there.
Excuse me
25th July 2024 - 0 comments
25th July 2024 - 0 comments
It's time to start an overhaul of my site so please excuse the reorganisation of the viewing gallery.
Sweet treats
21st July 2024 - 0 comments
21st July 2024 - 0 comments
It's not easy finding young hares wanting to pose for a photograph at the best of times but trying to find them in a field of sugar beet adds an extra challenge.
Despite their long ears they hide them well behind the sugar beet leaves and cleverly creep between the rows to avoid detection.
I know they are there watching me, watching them, it's just a waiting game to see who can hold out the longest before breaking cover.
Despite their long ears they hide them well behind the sugar beet leaves and cleverly creep between the rows to avoid detection.
I know they are there watching me, watching them, it's just a waiting game to see who can hold out the longest before breaking cover.
A warm hug
15th July 2024 - 0 comments
15th July 2024 - 0 comments
There is always a temptation to forget about my camera and put my arms out wide enough for a young hare to run into them so I can give it a hug.
I know it's not a good idea so trust me I never have done it but wouldn't it be so wonderful to get a hug from a hare!
I know it's not a good idea so trust me I never have done it but wouldn't it be so wonderful to get a hug from a hare!
Little, Little Owls
15th July 2024 - 0 comments
15th July 2024 - 0 comments
At least the local Little Owl population seems to be doing well at the moment. With two nesting sites at the farm it's being interesting to watch for the first sign of any young owls making their presence known.
Not expecting to see very much I stuck my head around the corner of the cart shed just as a little, Little Owl flew past me and landed on one of the roof beams.
It's hard to say who was more surprised to see the other or if my eyes were as wide as the owls?
Not expecting to see very much I stuck my head around the corner of the cart shed just as a little, Little Owl flew past me and landed on one of the roof beams.
It's hard to say who was more surprised to see the other or if my eyes were as wide as the owls?
New Cards
21st June 2024 - 0 comments
21st June 2024 - 0 comments
Please check out my new card selection featuring new subjects as well as old favourites in new poses.
Summer Songsters
14th June 2024 - 0 comments
14th June 2024 - 0 comments
We probably would all agree that the summer has yet to really start but the lack of warm weather hasn't stopped the summer songsters from finding a perch to sing from.
Skylarks now seem to sing all year round but I always rejoice when I hear the linnets distinctive tunes strike up.The whitethroats are not as melodic but I love the perky personality they always demonstrate as they croak out a call.
Skylarks now seem to sing all year round but I always rejoice when I hear the linnets distinctive tunes strike up.The whitethroats are not as melodic but I love the perky personality they always demonstrate as they croak out a call.
Horse Play
10th June 2024 - 0 comments
10th June 2024 - 0 comments
The Suffolk Punches have been busy at the Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse Musuem, delighting the visitors with an impressive performance in the fields. Reg, who is now 19 years old makes pulling "the Scuffler", the weeding device, look incredibly easy. I am told the difficulty is more in keeping the lines straight!
As well as the workhorses, I have been lucky enough to get another chance to photograph a pair of Andalusian horses, traditionally used for dressage disciplines. Mum and foal already have a close bond and it will be a real treat to follow their progress over the summer.
As well as the workhorses, I have been lucky enough to get another chance to photograph a pair of Andalusian horses, traditionally used for dressage disciplines. Mum and foal already have a close bond and it will be a real treat to follow their progress over the summer.