Simon Bainbridge (W 86-90) is a Tye Trophy Winner 2024

The Tye Trophy highlights some of the best farms in the North of England and recognises the contribution of farmers to conservation and environmental improvement.

Bainbridge Farms were the Overall Winner & Northumberland Area Winner.

Simon and Claire Bainbridge of Bainbridge Farms, Donkin Ridge, Cambo, Morpeth farm 1,650 acres with 180 suckler cows and 1,300 sheep and grow early crop silage.

Their conservation efforts at the organic farm have included replanting hedges and have resulted in many species of birds taking up residence, including oystercatchers, lapwings, curlews and cuckoos.

They also provide education access and have a school room.

Read the full article on the Yorkshire Agricultural Society website HERE.