Our Team

Rob
Rob brings a wide range of experience to his work. His early career in the kitchen saw him reach impressive heights—winning awards, writing cookbooks, and working as a chef in a Michelin-starred restaurant. He later built a successful career as a carpenter, continuing to fuel his love of creativity and hands-on craft.
A passionate advocate for ethical meat consumption, Rob manages local deer alongside Lars, his dedicated deer-tracking Dachshund. Together, they hunt sustainably for the family freezer and support their local community.
Rob also raises grass-fed sheep and is committed to helping others understand where their food comes from, encouraging deeper connection to the land and teaching rural skills.
Living with Dyslexia, Rob has first-hand experience of the challenges young people can face in education. This drives his commitment to supporting the next generation, helping them discover their strengths and shine.
What Rob does on the farm:
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Oversees the care and management of our livestock
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Supports SEN sessions and events
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Maintains the farm and facilities
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Manages wildlife and habitats
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Designs recipes and prepares our sustainable meat boxes
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Teaches outdoor and countryside skills
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Janka
Janka is the owner and lead dog trainer at Penthwell Dog Training, specialising in dog-centred methods including scent detection and fun gundog work. Working alongside her Labrador, Trudy – a registered therapy dog – she supports children and young people with SEN, creating calm, confidence-building experiences through animal-assisted interventions.
Born with Cystic Fibrosis and later receiving a double lung transplant, Janka has always fought for equal opportunities and is deeply passionate about inclusion, diversity, and equity. Her qualifications include a Level 3 Diploma in ADHD, an Autism Awareness Diploma, EDI in the Workplace and a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Assisted Intervention.
Janka is our Designated Safeguarding Lead.
What Janka does on the farm:
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Delivers adaptive dog training
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Trains therapy dogs
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Acts as community liaison
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Leads marketing and public relations
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Builds, designs, and updates the website
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Takes responsibility for budget planning
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Organises farm events
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Develops and supports the SEN programme
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Delivers 121 SEN sessions
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Manages farm animal care and training
