Downs

At Dyson Farming we’re excited about growing the future of sustainable agriculture through innovation and people, and we want to reinvigorate the value in better tasting, healthier food, grown in harmony with the environment. We have given balance to our production system by making the most of the areas best suited to growing food by using precision technology and a regenerative farming approach. The areas that have the greatest benefit to wildlife and people sit within our farmland and form a network of resources, that are managed to increase biodiversity and carbon capture while providing opportunities for recreation. We invite you to come and enjoy our landscapes and big skies – as a holiday guest or just enjoy a walk across our farms.

Ilsely Barns is a grouping of five cottages sleeping up to 44 people in total, it boasts a private meadow for hosting a larger gathering or even a wedding. Ground floor. Open plan living space. Living area: With Smart TV and bi-fold doors leading to patio. Dining area. Kitchen area: With breakfast bar, three electric ovens, induction hob, microwave oven, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher. Utility room: With washing machine, freestanding microwave and tumble dryer. Bedroom 1: With super kingsize bed and en-suite with walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed and en-suite with walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail. Bedroom 3: With kingsize bed and en-suite with walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail. Bedroom 4: With kingsize bed. Bedroom 5: With kingsize bed. Bedroom 6: With kingsize bed. Bathroom 1: With bath, toilet and heated towel rail. Bathroom 2: With walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail. Separate toilet. 2 high chairs available. 2 travel cots provided, bedding not included - guests to provide their own. Outdoors: Seating, BBQ and pizza oven.

Situated in the eastern region of the North Wessex Downs, this ancient landscape was made by people. Evidence of human influence on the area extends back at least 5,000 years when the long barrows at Avebury were constructed. Rare habitats such as chalk streams and chalk downland make the AONB a truly special place – and a haven for endangered species of birds, butterflies and wild flowers. Broadleaved woodland and wetland habitats also contribute to the great variety of wildlife Places of interest nearby include the cultural centre of Oxford, Ne bury Racecourse, Highclere Castle, Donnington Castle, Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre, with Windsor Castle being around 45 mins away by car. The bustling market town of Newbury is within easy reach and is home to a plethora of traditional ale houses and thriving restaurants set along the glistening banks of the River Kennet.