View Full Version : Free-range eggs from small farms


mosaic
21-07-2008, 21:54
Hi,

Do you know where to get free-range eggs from local farms, preferably around Hillsborough? They don't have to be certified as such, but they must come from hens that are free to go outdoors. What I mean is, I would love to buy from some family who keep chickens at the bottom of their garden, or from a small farm or similar.

And how much can I expect to pay, do they tend to be more/less expensive than supermarket free-range eggs?

foxforcefive
22-07-2008, 10:42
There's a sign advertising FR eggs on Studfield Road, off Wisewood road in Hillsborough, can't remember price, but cheaper than supermarket.

fabcakes
26-07-2008, 22:17
I Will Have Look As Well
I Have Been Looking For Some

tifftifco2
27-07-2008, 09:18
howdi! i always buy eggs from little farms and someone who i work with brings us eggs in everyweek from his chickens in his garden and they are absolutley beautifull you can't beat them (well actually you can:hihi:). The point when i get to is the other week we went away for the weekend and when we got back from the local tesco i was looking at the receipt and saw some eggs that had cost £2.16 for 6:rant: i nearly died my partner had grabbed then because i only eat free range but not looked at the price but............................................... ............... OH MY GOD they have to be the tastiest eggs i have eaten in years they were called big and fresh large free range. It was like been in heaven they are gorgeous they tasted like an egg and even rivaled the ones i get from the farms and friend at work, so people if you ever fancy a really tasty egg and dont mind paying a fortune these are a must. I have to admit i have not bought any since but thats because i don't have to with the free ones but when i do go shopping i might be very tempted:love:

tpowell
05-02-2009, 16:17
hi does anyone know where i can get free range eggs in the south of the city x

chinaski
05-02-2009, 18:44
I always buy my eggs from Whirlow Hall farm. They've usually been layed a day or two before and the kids can even go and pick them from the hay. The other place I buy from is Graves Park - 15p an egg.

Both places the eggs are pretty good, especially Whirlows.

sarebear1982
09-02-2009, 11:19
hi does anyone know where i can get free range eggs in the south of the city x

Starbucks Farm, Beighton gorgeous eggs!

storrsview
27-02-2009, 15:46
a few people in storrs keep chickens as pets and sell off surplus eggs. they are fantastic and much cheaper than supermarkets. i know they are free range because you can see the hens all over the place. also much fresher than in any shops. make great cakes and yorkshire puddings.

feline01
27-02-2009, 16:52
This may sound a little crazy. . . .but The Malin Bridge Inn S6 sell fresh FR eggs behind the bar. . . .honestly.:) They sell out quick though.
x

annieg
05-03-2009, 20:46
Coppice House Farm shop in the Rivelin Valley :)

sanman
06-03-2009, 09:14
I am looking at setting up a sort of smallholders co-op in Loxley. I have 5 acres of land and hope to be able to supply free range eggs, veg, free range chicken and pork. Veg will probably be pick your own. This will strictly be a non profit enterprise, I hope it will be used as a learning resource for local schools but also provide the people in the co-op some fantastic produce with the ability to sell the surplus and use the proceeds to help continue the venture.

feargal
06-03-2009, 09:43
Keep us posted on that venture Sanman... sounds great!

gaiaroo
06-03-2009, 13:04
Sanman sounds a fantastic idea!!!! If you need any volunteers to help get started let us know!!!

sanman
06-03-2009, 13:24
Sanman sounds a fantastic idea!!!! If you need any volunteers to help get started let us know!!!

I'm always on the lookout for people interested in helping and taking their share of food

mosaic
07-03-2009, 20:45
Hi Sanman, what a brilliant idea! When are you planning to start?

mummysaz21
07-03-2009, 20:52
im in parsons cross does anybody know for fresh eggs and veg ect round there, sorry to jump in on a thread but dident want to make a seperate thread for same thing lol

sanman
08-03-2009, 16:46
Hi Sanman, what a brilliant idea! When are you planning to start?

I will start to organise it over the next couple of months. Hopefully in time to get a crop of veg this year and to start with the poultry. I want to be able to do Turkeys for Christmas.

mosaic
09-03-2009, 12:38
That's great news. Please keep us posted (a new thread would be best).

Dark Moomin
09-03-2009, 16:04
Sounds great Sanman - Might not be able to contribute as a volunteer, but would definately use such a thing to buy produce.

Timmy Banana
18-03-2009, 18:38
Coppice House Farm shop in the Rivelin Valley :)

What's this place like? I generally use butchers and grocers but keep hearing how good farm shops are, so wanting to give them a try. I only live a couple of miles away from Coppice so keeping telling myself I'll have to go there. The only thing putting me off is I hear they're quite expensive