As part of our sustainable land management practices, we conduct baseline surveys and carefully monitor improvements in soil health, plant life, and wildlife diversity. Surveys across grasslands, woodlands, water bodies, and arable land are now well underway, helping us build a valuable dataset for the future.
A recent bird survey, carried out on the 5th and 6th of March, yielded encouraging results. A diverse selection of waterfowl was recorded, including teal, gadwall, mallard, snipe, moorhen, and little grebe. In the woodlands, red kites were observed nesting, while fieldfare and redwing thrushes—winter visitors to the UK—were noted both in the woods and on some grasslands. These birds were busily feeding, storing energy for their migration back to mainland Europe.
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We are delighted with this accolade, which comes just over a year after we launched Stay at Alscot as a brand new business. There are two extraordinary properties within the Stay ay Alscot portfolio, Beecham Farmhouse and Locke’s Cottage.
For further details visit https://www.alscot.co.uk/stay
Earlier this year we were asked to contribute to The September edition of environmental SCIENTIST – the journal of the #InstitutionofEnvironmentalSciences(IES) – examines the evolving concept of ‘net gain’ in environmental policy frameworks, from both a UK and global perspective.
For the first time in a generation, Alscot Estate has the opportunity to consider its long term land use strategy. This comes at a time where the agricultural transition in England, alongside a broader political agenda of tackling environmental crises, means that rural land management is now focused not only on quality food production, but also on environmental provision and social value.
As a result, Alscot’s ambition is to farm in a regenerative manner and from September 2024, we began farming regeneratively on “home farm” land.
Today we welcomed a team of scientists from the University of Plymouth, carrying out specialist surveys using Medusa Radiometrics gamma spectrometry equipment. In addition to the traditional soil analysis techniques, this technology measures natural gamma radiation in the soil to assess density, composition, and structure – providing a more extensive view and valuable insights that would otherwise take extensive drilling or excavation to uncover.
We’re thrilled to announce that Alscot has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Stratford-upon-Avon Herald Business & Tourism Awards 2025 for Best Green Business! ✨🌱
This recognition celebrates our commitment to sustainability, with an emphasis on responsible farming and land management. From our Longhorn cows, due on the estate very soon who will play a vital role in conservation grazing to support biodiversity, to practices like delaying hedge and grass cutting so birds have the chance to nest and feed, we’re proud to farm in ways that help nature flourish. 🐄🌿🐦
Following the announcement of our transition to regenerative farming last September, we’re pleased to share the next exciting development in our journey toward full organic conversion within the next five years.
As part of this process, we are introducing pedigree cattle to graze our natural grasslands and herbal leys — a key element in restoring soil health, supporting biodiversity, and improving overall land resilience. The herd has been bred by Shropshire farmer Archie Corrie of Leighton Farm, where a long tradition of pedigree breeding means each registered animal is named in strict alphabetical order. It’s a little like naming hurricanes… only much calmer and with considerably more grass.
Alscot is not only about our current team and the work we do today — it’s also about the incredible contributions of those who helped shape the Estate’s evolving future and community, and continue to support.
In late June, we were delighted to welcome some of those individuals back to Alscot for a garden party hosted by Emma Holman-West.
The sun shone — as did the guests — for a wonderful afternoon celebrating connections to the Estate, whether through residence, employment, or service, past or present.
Guests enjoyed the immaculate, blooming historic gardens, followed by a traditional afternoon tea — a fitting tribute to Alscot’s rich history and vibrant community.
We may not have a resident team at Alscot, but that certainly didn’t stop us! A huge thank you to all the members of the Alscot community who put on their whites and gave a fantastic performance in this year’s Estate match against Warwick Cricket Club. The goal for the evening was to have fun – and we certainly did – but that didn’t stop some real skill from shining through.
Well done to both teams for a brilliant game, but a special shout-out to Alscot – a brand-new team of players who had never played together before. You really put on a great show!
A fantastic game with an amazing turnout — the crowd was buzzing, the food was delicious, the drinks were flowing. Huge thanks to everyone who came to support and enjoy the cricket friendly. Warwick took the top slot again this year, but Alscot will definitely be back for the challenge to gain the cup, next year!
In addition to the fun £1,002.22 was raised for the club.
Warwickshire Open Studios Summer Art Weeks is coming back to Alscot!
Visit Art at Alscot between Friday 27-Sunday 29th June.
Since 2000, Warwickshire Open Studios has gained an outstanding reputation for helping visual artists and designer makers, across the Warwickshire and Coventry area, connect with art lovers who enjoy, buy, commission and participate in their work.
The aim is to make art accessible for all – therefore WOS welcome artists of all ages / abilities / mediums and encourage a diversity of venues. Over a 16-day period, over 400 registered artists open their homes, studios and pop-up exhibitions to the public. Alscot Park being one of them!
From Friday 27th June the historic garden at Alscot Park will be open for the third consecutive year, for the three day event, where 15 talented artists will be on site exhibiting their art.
It’s been a fittingly exciting English Tourism Week at Alscot.
On Tuesday 18th March, we had the privilege of attending the West Midlands Tourism Awards at Edgbaston Stadium, proudly representing Stay at Alscot in the Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year category. These prestigious awards, run in association with Visit England and the Awards for Excellence, recognise businesses that meet high industry standards across all areas, including, product development, marketing, sustainability, systems, and more—culminating in an in-person assessment by an expert panel.
Airbnb Luxe is the luxury tier of Airbnb and is a curated selection of the world's most extraordinary properties that go beyond standard holiday rentals. They are thoroughly vetted luxury rentals with 5-star-everything. To achieve Airbnb Luxe status, the property must go through a detailed inspection process by a 3rd party evaluator who are looking for a cohesive, elevated design throughout the entire home, comfortable, inviting interior and exterior spaces and luxury amenities and an overall environment that are in pristine condition.
We are delighted with this accolade, which comes just over a year after we launched Stay at Alscot as a brand new business. There are two extraordinary properties within the Stay ay Alscot portfolio, Beecham Farmhouse and Locke’s Cottage.
For further details visit https://www.alscot.co.uk/stay
It’s been another busy and productive year on the Estate, and to help us embrace 2025 in a similar manner, we are very much looking forward to the festive break and recharging those enthusiastic smiles.
The office re-opens on Thursday 2nd January!
May we take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy and healthy New Year!
