Tucked away near the M56 in Cheshire's picturesque village of Daresbury is a hidden gem that's been supplying top chefs with fresh produce. Growing Field 28, a family-run urban farm, has recently opened its doors to the public with a charming shop, cafe, and bakery. Step inside the shop and discover an array of beautiful flowers, carefully crafted into bouquets or potted for your garden.
Relax with a cup of coffee and a freshly baked pastry, surrounded by the vibrant blooms. On weekends, the bakery is renowned for its mouth-watering cruffins, available in a new flavor each week, and its popular sourdough loaves. The farm takes pride in growing pesticide-free and biocide-free specialty leaf, heritage, and heirloom produce, including tomatoes, squashes, and cucumbers, all available for purchase in the farm shop.
Be amazed by the stunning heritage tomatoes, featuring giant yellow varieties that are a feast for the eyes and taste buds. As you enter the farm shop site, located just off the A56 Chester Road, you'll be surrounded by the lush fields where the produce is grown. The "Big Barn" at the heart of the site is the hub of the operation, run by Jan and Kevin Dobbs, a passionate family dedicated to bringing the best of their urban farm to the community.
The couple, who both have farming backgrounds, decided to return to the industry in 2018 after a conversation with renowned chef Aiden Byrne, who was struggling to source high-quality specialist leaves for his menus, reports the.
