OUR STORY
A community farm with a clear purpose: to share knowledge and support other local community organisations with similar values.
ABOUT BRANSFORD COURT FARM
Bransford Court Farm covers 200 acres of land, including fields, lakes and woodland next to the River Teme in the Worcestershire countryside. With plenty of parking, buildings and open space, the farm offers a flexible, welcoming setting for a wide range of activities.
The farm was fully opened to the community in Summer 2025 with a simple mission - to grow fresh, sustainable produce while creating an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes mental health and overall well-being.
What started as a vision has quickly grown into a welcoming, inclusive space shaped by the community itself. We work with schools, charities and local organisations to provide opportunities for all abilities, to learn more about horticulture and rural skills and engage in fulfilling outdoor experiences.
Through walks, fishing, craft workshops, seasonal events and quiet natural settings, we support people to grow their confidence, learn new skills and strengthen connection through shared activities.
We’re proud of how far we’ve come, and excited about what’s still to come!
OUR VALUES - PEOPLE AT THE HEART OF THE FARM
Everything we do is built around people, purpose and the belief that access to nature can change lives.
It's about creating spaces where people can feel safe, valued and supported, and communities can come together with a shared purpose.
Activity providers and volunteers play a vital role in shaping the farm. They come from all walks of life – corporate teams, schools, local crafts people, retirees, and people who simply want to give something back.
MEET THE TEAM
Arranging events and activities, tending to our vegetable growing beds, and maintaining and growing the site - these are the people that keep everything running smoothly!
General Manager
Kathy Leather-Lloyd
Hi, I’m Kathy, and I look after the overall management of Bransford Court Farm - the land, the properties and the people. My background is mainly commercial. I’ve worked in radio, football and rugby, been a consultant for hotels, and owned my own B&B. Alongside that, I’ve spent a lot of time working with charities, helping to raise money and awareness. That mix of experience helps me focus on developing the farm in a way that is practical, realistic and sustainable for the long term. I’m also closely involved in arranging events and activities, helping shape ideas, and making sure things are properly planned and delivered. What I bring to the farm is lateral thinking – seeing how things connect, working collaboratively, and understanding the commercial side of decisions. For me the farm is a community family, a place for adults seeking company or wanting to learn new skills, for children with specialist needs or for those that are retired but keen to stay active and give something back. My aims are to develop Bransford Court Farm as a self-sustaining community space for many years to come.
Operations Manager
Steve Leather-Lloyd
Hi, I’m Steve, and I help steer the day-to-day activities on the farm. I’m an ex-professional rugby player, and now I help keep the farm organised, on track and working as a team. With so many projects always on the go, I spend my time keeping tasks on track and planning new opportunities in the busy diary of the farm. I’m also the Farm Chef. I cook for the farm café, activity groups on site, and the Court Breakfast, making good food that supports the people visiting and working on the farm each day. My role is about keeping things moving, supporting the wider team, and helping the farm work as a practical, welcoming place for everyone who comes through the gate.
Community Farm Manager
Phil Woodhead
Hi, I’m Phil, and I look after the community farm and our produce growing areas, as well as maintaining the wider estate. I trained at Pershore Horticultural College and have over 20 years’ experience working in plant care, pest and disease control, vegetable production, soil testing and practical land management. Most of my time is spent in our market garden, growing vegetables and cut flowers. I also tend to our chickens, ducks, guinea fowl and geese, and help guide our school groups and volunteers. I love teaching and sharing my horticultural knowledge with people of all abilities; from seed to harvest, helping people understand where their food comes from and how to grow in a fully organic way. The farm is for everyone. For me it’s about seeing past labels and breaking down any stigmas. Growing plants and working the land are activities anyone can take part in, and it’s such a powerful way to reduce social isolation and help people feel connected.