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Worswell Barton, Noss Mayo, Plymouth, Devon. PL8 1HB

Telephone: 01752 872 977, or Email info@worswellbarton.co.uk

Worswell Barton really is a hidden gem: 600 acres of National Trust Land on the Peninsula of the river Yealm, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, surrounded by the South West Coastal Footpath.

Worswell Barton was once part of the Revelstoke Estate situated on its 12-mile Carriage way, with wooded hills sloping down to the sea on three sides, great open views towards Dartmoor National Park, Rame Head in Cornwall, and Burgh Island, Bigbury, can be seen from the coast nearby.

The property is steeped in history, with stories from the Spanish Armada, the War years’ bomb craters, Domesday Book, and of course Lord Revelstoke. The Warren Wall, all 2 miles of it, was used to keep rabbits on the cliffs, were they would breed and would be caught to feed the estate workers.

Worswell has been farmed by the Rogers family for over 80 years; the farm is in a peaceful location, with only the sounds of daily farm activities, such as Farmer Phil and his boys going about their work duties, tractors, cattle, sheep and birds in the distance.

We have 5 rooms in the farmhouse for bed & breakfast, and often cater for wedding parties.-visit our Wurzell Weddings Venue site.

We can offer another 3 rooms in our self catering cottage ‘ with an option for breakfast which is served in the farmhouse, by prior arrangement, maximum of 6 people. Please call for further information 01752 872977, or click here to check rooms availability.

Higher Shippen Cottage is a self-catering unit, which sleeps 6 comfortably but can accommodate another 2 guests. The cottage is available weekly Friday to Friday, or short breaks Friday to Monday, or Monday to Friday.

We are very flexible with dates from March to May so please do call. 01752 872977.

About

Our family have been farming here at Worswell Barton for over 85 years. It has seen many changes through those years, as dairy farm up to 1976, and now a mixed farm with, Cattle, Sheep, Chickens, and Vegetables which we sell on our little roadside stall in the villages of Noss Mayo and Newton Ferrers, part of our Wurzell Farm Fresh Veggies. We grow a variety of crops, such as Oil Seed Rape, Wheat, Barley, Potatoes. Conservation is taken very seriously here at Worswell, we help look after the birds, bees, flora and forna, with Margins around our fields, and over winter stubles.

Our suckler cow herd of South Devons and Charollais are often kept on the cliffs with their young calves, helping with the good husbandry and conservation of the cliff ground, along with a flock of sheep, which we lamb in February / March /April.

We have taken on many different projects over the years along with the National Trust to Keep Worswell Barton as traditional as possible.

One project was to re-roof the property, and with a grant, put solar panels in to supply our hot water.

We also save our rainwater, in large tanks for the farm to use, whether to feed the cattle and sheep during the winter, or for Feeding crops during a dry period.

The latest project is to repair the Warren Wall, which, in places, has fallen down. To date, we have managed to repair one section, using local labour and materials. This project will continue over a number of years aided by donations and HLS grant. The National trust are great supporters in helping us achieve our goals, here at Worswell Barton

One of new ventures in 2016 was to start Wurzell Weddings Venue a unique field venue with Moor to Sea views. Wurzell Weddings can offer a variety of Packages to suit what ever you want on your special day, a blank canvas for you to create your unique day, other events are also considered.

Our aim is to help you enjoy your stay here at Worswell, and make you feel at home. Whether you stay for 1 night or a week. If you like to explore, then Worswell may well be just what you are looking for.

Accomodation

YOUR BED & BREAKFAST EXPERIENCE

A warm welcome awaits your arrival. Our rooms are named after coves and beaches around our headland. All rooms have Freeview TV, tea & coffee facilities with various choices of teas and coffees.

GARA & GUNROW, both en-suite shower rooms with king size beds.

BLACKSTONE & BEACON, have a double bed and a single bed in each room, they also have a private shower room and share the toilet.

CELLARS, is a small double room with private shower and shared toilet, ideal single occupancy room. Please click here to view our rooms’ availability.

BREAKFAST

Is served until 9.15am each morning, early breakfast is not a problem, nor are any dietary needs if I am given notice.

Start with some juice; move onto fresh fruit and homemade yoghurt, then on to the Wurzell “Full English” – Local Bacon, Sausages made by our local butcher, our eggs, our tomatoes (July-September) Mushrooms. Hash-browns and beans can also be served.

Finally finish off with toast (often homemade bread), jams and marmalade, tea or coffee.
There is a variety of different choices including vegetarian sausages, Wurzell eggs cooked as you like. Please ask if any specials are available.

If you are here in July-September fresh Mackerel may be on the Menu, but we don’t usually know until the morning they arrive.

PACKED LUNCHES

With notice I am happy to make packed lunches, they consist of 1 x round sandwiches, Crisps, fruit, piece of homemade cake, and chocolate if you’re lucky.

BEDROOMS

All rooms have tea/coffee facilities, along with slippers, dressing gowns and toiletries. Read more…

HILSEA OUR GUEST LOUNGE

Refurbished this winter 2016 , with new sofa’s and chairs, games, tea, coffee and a small fridge for your use.

THE GARDEN

PATIO:

You are welcome to sit on the patio, and enjoy the views and sounds of our quiet countryside. A games box in the garden for the kids.

WALLED GARDEN:

Steep slate steps lead you down into the garden, flowers, spacious lawns.

PARKING

Gravel parking for 4 vehicles at the front of the farmhouse.

View Rooms Tariff 2017/2018 here.

We politely ask you NOT to wear shoes/ dirty socks upstairs. Slippers are provided but please bring your own if you wish. This is a health and safety issue with being a working farm, and we appreciate you respecting our request.

We are sorry, but we do not accept DOGS or PETS.

Contact

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You can also check rooms’ availability by clicking here.

Worswell Barton Farmhouse B&B and HIGHER SHIPPEN SELF CATERING COTTAGE