Family-run farm in Harrogate district brings spring to life with blooming specialist daffodils
A cheerful splash of spring has arrived at a family-run farm in the Harrogate district, where specialist daffodils are now ready to brighten up homes.
Grown by Rob and Rachel Jamieson, at Grange Farm in Minskip, the vibrant blooms are available for collection directly from the farm, or for delivery to surrounding villages including Staveley, Aldborough, Roecliffe and Boroughbridge.
Carefully nurtured and freshly picked, the daffodils offer a charming addition to any kitchen table.
Wholesale buckets are also on offer, making them ideal for local businesses, events or larger displays.
Rachel Jamieson, a fourth-generation farmer at Grange Farm, explained the family’s journey from traditional beef farming to specialist flower production.
“Farm diversification is essential now,” she said.
“We are honoured to be the fourth generation here – once a successful and thriving beef farm.
"A few years ago, we never imagined staying in Minskip long-term.
"I remember helping to round up cattle with my dad and grandad in the summer holidays when I was young, but times change and what we're creating at Grange Farm shows how much artisan products, wellness and agri-tourism are really thriving.”
The move into flowers, which also includes summer blooms and lavender, reflects a growing trend among rural businesses seeking sustainable and innovative ways to continue farming traditions.
Rachel added: “When we decided to grow daffodils, we opted for specialist varieties giving a more unique point of sale.
"We couldn’t have asked for a better response to our first week.
"Our Apricot Whirl variety are almost sold out and our order book is full for the week ahead.
"We’re picking to order daily and we’d encourage anyone who’d like some of these truly unique blooms to get in touch – we anticipate we’ll be picking for the next four weeks.”
Today, Grange Farm has grown into a thriving rural enterprise, producing seasonal flowers, local duck eggs, artisan hens’ eggs from the farm gate, and luxury couples’ glamping stays nestled among the flower fields.
Wellness experiences, including an on-site sauna and cold plunge, add a modern twist to the family farm tradition.
For more information about Grange Farm, visit https://www.grangefarmlife.co.uk/