Hallsford Farm

Hethersgill, North Cumbria

Hallsford Farm sits just south of the Scottish border at Haggbeck, Hethersgill, and has built a strong local reputation for quality, traceable meat and community engagement. The family-run farm raises traditional breeds — notably Shorthorn beef, Llanwenog lamb and rare-breed pork — then skillfully butchers and vacuum-packs produce on site, selling through farmers’ markets, mail order and a farm shop. The family also operate a catering business, where their meat is served at food festivals and events.

Visitors from across Cumbria appreciate Hallsford not only for its produce but for its openness. The farm is listed on regional farm-visit programmes and appears at local markets, offering an easy, educational stop for families and walkers exploring the Border Reiver landscape. Its active social channels share snapshots of daily life and seasonal availability, helping residents track what’s in stock before making the trip.

(Image taken from Hallsford Farm's Instagram account)

Operationally, Hallsford mixes traditional husbandry with small-scale processing to control quality from field to fork: beef is dry-aged for a minimum of three weeks and lamb for five days, reflecting a commitment to flavour and welfare. That vertical integration supports local food resilience and gives shoppers confidence in provenance.

From a visitor perspective, the farm offers a tangible link between landscape and larder. Stop by to pick up packs for a home roast, meet the farmers at a market, or plan a short detour while out on nearby ridge walks. For residents, Hallsford is a dependable local supplier and an example of how heritage breeds and careful processing can sustain rural livelihoods.

Overall, Hallsford Farm combines heritage breeds, transparent processing and community presence — an authentic Cumbrian farm experience that supports local food traditions and invites visitors to taste the place. Bring walking boots and an appetite, the farm is often busy at weekends.