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Beckside Care Farm offers meaningful therapeutic health services and is based in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside.

Care farming is the provision of care combined with meaningful, therapeutic work. It is an innovation in health and social care that provides an excellent opportunity for participants to reconnect with themselves, nature and each other. It's good to have something to get you outside. Time flies while working with animals or tending the vegetable plot. Beckside is a fun and enjoyable way to learn new skills, improve your health and make new friends whatever your age or ability. Beckside Care Farm is managed by an occupational therapist with 30 years experience working with children and adults to achieve their individual potential. Using our occupational therapy expertise we deliver purposeful, structured and therapeutic activities to benefit children and adults with diverse needs. We occupy 25 acres of rolling Derbyshire countryside close to Ashbourne, "the gateway to the Derbyshire Dales." Beckside is a welcoming and friendly small-holding, ideal for people to reap the health and wellbeing benefits of working with animals and nature.

03/03/2026

It’s been lovely to see a bit of spring sunshine this week 🌞

Our care farmers have been making the most of the fresh air, spending time out in the fields with the alpacas. The open space, muddy boots, plenty of laughs and a very curious herd all made for a good day on the farm.

Moments like these highlight what Beckside is all about: nature, fresh air , friendship, and feeling part of something meaningful. ☺️

20/02/2026

Sawing kindling to keep the care farmers warm in the tearoom. A simple job, but one that makes a real difference.

It’s easy to overlook small tasks like this, but they’re part of what keeps everything running. Warm hands at break time, a dry place to reset, a fire that’s ready when the cold sets in. Everyone plays a part, and every job matters. 🔥🪵

17/02/2026

Our sheep wasted no time making themselves comfortable in their clean straw. Cosy and perfectly content.

Job well done 😁🐑

10/02/2026

The cats made the most of the rare warm January day with a spot of sunbathing 🌞😎🐈

05/02/2026

The birds are enjoying the fruits of our labour with our home made feeders 🐦

03/02/2026

A quiet January morning.

Mist hanging low, frost underfoot, the sun slowly breaking through.

Simple, still, and quietly beautiful. 🌫️

02/02/2026

Occasional Support Worker – Beckside Care Farm 🐑

We’re looking for someone flexible and reliable to join our small, friendly team on an occasional basis to cover staff holidays and sickness.

This isn’t a regular weekly position, so it would really suit someone who enjoys a change of routine, likes variety in their week, and is happy to step in when needed, sometimes at short notice.

Do you:
☀️ Enjoy working outdoors in all seasons?
🐓 Like hands-on small holding life and practical activities?
🤝 Work well as part of a small, supportive team?
🌻 Have a positive, patient and encouraging approach?

The role involves supporting adults in a care farm setting to take part in meaningful farm activities such as animal care, gardening and general day-to-day tasks.

Experience in care or education is helpful but not essential, the right attitude and willingness to get stuck in are what matter most.

If you’re looking for flexible work in a rewarding, outdoor environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Please message us directly or get in touch for more details.

30/01/2026

January's weather has definitely kept us on our toes ❄️

A bit of creative problem-solving to keep the water available. Winter has a way of adding a few extra jobs to the day.

It’s not always glamorous, but our care farmers show up whatever the weather, making sure our animals are fed, watered, and comfortable 💪👏

26/01/2026

This meals not for sharing! 🦙🥗

02/01/2026

Our alpaca’s cheekiest side has been captured perfectly in this brilliant charcoal sketch by one of our very talented care farmers. The incredible character and likeness are on full display due to skill, patience, and an eye for detail 🦙👩‍🎨

24/12/2025

Over the past twelve months, we’ve supported people through meaningful work, time outdoors, and practical activities that build confidence, routine and connection. Thank you to our care farmers, families, staff, volunteers and supporters for your continued trust and support. We wish you all a joyful Christmas New Year 🎄🎅

20/12/2025

After our care farmers spent the morning clearing those fallen willow branches, it didn’t take long for the sheep to discover the real bonus of the job! 🐑🌿

Willow is a natural favourite for them — tasty, nutritious, and a lovely enrichment treat. Watching them tuck in is a great reminder that nothing goes to waste on the farm. What starts as essential maintenance quickly becomes a feast for our woolly friends.

Teamwork from people and animals… that’s how we like it! 💚🌳

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Brailsford

Website

http://www.becksidecarefarm.co.uk/

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Care farming is the provision of care combined with meaningful, therapeutic work. It is an innovation in health and social care that provides an excellent opportunity for participants to reconnect with themselves, nature and each other. Beckside Care Farm has fun and enjoyable ways to learn new skills, improve your health and make new friends whatever your age or ability. The Farm is managed by Ann Grange, an occupational therapist with 30 years experience working with children and adults to achieve their individual potential.