Autumn in the Orchard

Beautiful sunny Autumn days in the orchard.

Pomegranate Trees

Quinces

Pomegranates

Grapefruit Trees

Orange Trees

EASTER AT THE FARM

Easter - a time for relaxation and reflection.  The garlic has been planted, the farm is lush and green. Our designated camping area is full of our children, grandchildren, our friends, their friends.  We have our fingers crossed that the sun is going to shine.

SUSTAINABLY BUILT FARMHOUSE PART OF GLOUCESTER GARDEN RAMBLE

What a weekend!  Visitors from everywhere came to Gloucester to take part in the Garden Ramble.  And our sustainably built, off-the-grid house at the farm was part of it. The house is reliant on solar cells to generate 240V power.  There are also hot water solar panels (backed up by a fuel stove) for reticulated water heating, through in-room radiators in winter. The house takes advantage of the northern orientation to provide winter warmth, which is stored in the stained concrete floors. The U shaped plan encloses a protected courtyard against the hill behind. The Flowform water cascade and pond helps temper the dry micro-climate.  It was wonderful to be able to share our house and garden and be part of this event in beautiful Gloucester.www.barringtonriverorganicfarm.com.au