Spring & Summer 2026
Farm & Woodland Tours
Hello Neighbours and Friends,
I'm excited to extend a personal invitation to you all from myself and all at Heathpatch.
We're pleased to announce that we'll once again be offering farm tours to our local community. It's an opportunity for you to discover how we operate, and witness first-hand the environmental activities which we're deeply committed to.
Hop aboard our tractor and trailer for an immersive experience through our local area. I will take you around our fields and woodland, where you'll learn about the hard work of our dedicated team and volunteers. Hopefully, you'll gain insights into how our collective efforts benefit the countryside.
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Before the summer farm tours, we will also be holding our second walking tour of Raydon Great Wood on the 6th May.
I look forward to sharing my passion for farming, conservation and Suffolk with you.
Yours,
James Buckle
These are the dates available. The name of the tour does not necessary represent the route taken nor the starting point.
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These are free events but numbers are limited and places must be booked in advance.
All tours will start around 6.00 pm and last about 1½ to 2 hours.
Please complete the form below specifying which tour you would like to attend, how many places you would like to reserve and provide your email and phone number.
2026 DATES TOUR NAME
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Wednesday, 6th May Raydon Wood Guided Walk
Thursday, 18th June Semer
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Tuesday, 23rd June Bildeston
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​Thursday, 25th June Nedging & Naughton
Monday, 29th June Chelsworth
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Wednesday, 1st July Elmsett
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Tuesday, 7th July Whatfield
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Thursday, 9th July Lindsey
The Heathpatch estate extends across more than 4,000 acres of the beautiful Suffolk countryside on the north side of Hadleigh, incorporating productive arable fields, grassland and woodland. The tractor tours take in the current activities of the farm and we try to vary the routes each year.
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The guided walking tour of Raydon Great Wood to the south of Hadleigh takes in part of the 200-acre ancient woodland. It has been a labour of love for all involved since it came into the Heathpatch family in 1998. At that time, the wildlife seemed to have moved out, following the clear-felling of many parts and the restocking with non-native conifers, hybrid poplars, red oak and sycamore by the previous owners. The vision was to restore the wood to as close to ancient woodland as possible. Following nearly 3 decades of incredible hard work, amazing results have been achieved. A wonderful selection of wildlife and plant life have returned to the wood. Many species of flora and fauna have taken up residence again in Raydon Great Wood.
Terms and Conditions:
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Please note that these events are undertaken at your own risk. Heathpatch accepts no responsibility for any injury or illness, or damage to personal property incurred during the tour. The Raydon Wood tour is a guided walking only tour over some uneven ground and not suitable for anyone with mobility problems or young children (over 10s only please).
Tours are dependent on weather conditions and may be cancelled at short notice.
Please note that there are no washing or toilet facilities available.
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Children are to be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
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Please note that Raydon Great Wood is not open to the public at any other time.