Morton Farm Shop

09/04/2026

Morton Farm Shop is open as usual just follow the signs to the back entrance 🐄

17/02/2026

Don’t forget your eggs this pancake day🥚🐓

21/12/2025

30/11/2025

Did you know winter milk really is better? 🥛❄️

As temperatures drop, something pretty amazing happens inside the dairy world — cows naturally begin producing richer, creamier milk.

Cold weather requires cows to burn more energy just to stay warm. In response, their metabolism shifts to support both body temperature and milk production. This seasonal adjustment often results in a noticeable increase in butterfat and overall milk solids, especially in breeds like Jersey, Brown Swiss, and Shorthorn — all known for their naturally high-quality milk.

What does that mean for you?

✨ Thicker cream lines
✨ Silkier texture
✨ Fuller flavor
✨ Better results in cooking and baking

That cozy, indulgent taste we associate with holiday recipes? It’s not your imagination. Winter milk naturally carries more richness, making your butter, whipped cream, custards, eggnog, and baked goods taste deeper, smoother, and more satisfying.

If you’re using raw milk, the difference is even more pronounced. You’ll notice cream rising higher in your jars, butter churning firmer and more golden, and a flavor that simply feels… comforting. It’s nature doing what it does best — adjusting to the seasons to provide exactly what our bodies crave during colder months.

This is one of the many reasons supporting small farms and seasonal eating matters. Our food isn’t meant to be sterile and uniform year-round. It’s meant to change, adapt, and reflect the rhythm of the land and the animals that provide it.

So next time you pour that glass of milk, stir cream into your coffee, or bake your favorite winter treat, just know — that richness is a gift from the cold. 🤍🐮

28/11/2025

More wreaths etc to come soon & orders being taken for flowers & logs. Get in touch with The Flower Shed Thornbury for any flower orders 💐 or drop us a message for the shop products or firewood 🪵🔥

15/11/2025

Our little shop is all stocked up for the weekend.

30/10/2025

We are opening our freezer section of our shop tomorrow morning from 10am.
We have a good selection of our home reared pork available including sausages and bacon.
Our self service shop is open as usual from 8 am till late.
Do pop in and see us.🐓🍳🥓

25/10/2025

Our self service shop is stocked up and ready for the weekend.
There’s a new supply of Brownies from Brownies and More as well as a new stock of Apple Juice from Our Small Farm.
Our freezer Section will be open on Friday mornings from next week for our home reared pork and wild venison.

02/10/2025

We have some lovey Autumn coloured flowers for sale in our farm shop at the moment creating a nice display, from Harriet at The Flower Shed Thornbury.

We also have a new supply of our own home reared pork available now so do call if you are interested 01454 413415
The self service shop is all stocked up with our own or locally produced products.
Our hens are enjoying the latest sunshine and are laying well so we have plenty of free range eggs as well.
Call in and have a look, we are open from 8.30 am till late.

28/08/2025

Fresh bunches from The Flower Shed Thornbury for sale in the shop 🌿🌸

Prices ranging from £10 - £16

23/08/2025

Our little shop is well stocked up for the Bank Holiday weekend, do call in and have a look.😀