The Sinfield Nature Conservation Trust
White House Farm

Meadows 
White House Farm has about 35 acres of beautiful species-rich meadows, a habitat that has dramatically declined in Britain due to the intensification of agriculture. The UK Biodiversity Action Plan states that species rich grassland has declined by 97% over the past 50 years. Losses have continued during the 1980s and 1990s, and have been recorded at 2 -10% per annum in some parts of England. You can help preserve this important and striking habitat by sponsoring either part, or all of one of our meadows.  Year's sponsorship: 1 acre of meadow £100  Meadow £500

Hedgerows
The 5340 metres of species-rich, mature hedgerow present at the farm is a vital corridor for wildlife to move from adjoining habitat such as Boulge wood to other local sites, and also throughout the wooded areas of the farm. It provides fantastic habitat for birds such as Nightingale, Song Thrush, and many other farmland birds and also gives shelter to a substantial population of small mammals amongst other species. In order to support this population of declining bird species, we need to raise funds to manage some of the neglected hedges that need urgent work if they are to remain suitable habitat. Year’s sponsorship: 100 metres of hedgerow £100

Orchids
Orchids such as bee, southern marsh, common spotted and twayblade are abundant at the farm. Ploughing, reseeding and the application of high levels of artificial fertilisers all have a detrimental effect on orchids, causing a decline in these species. The management of the grassland at White House Farm is tailored to expand these populations of orchids and create opportunities for more orchid species to colonise the land. During the summer months these plants put on a fantastic show of colour and beauty throughout the farm.  You can help to sustain these impressive plants by sponsoring them.  Year’s sponsorship: £25

Barn Owl 
The Barn Owl is an enchanting creature and the Sinfield Trust aims to encourage them to make the farm their permanent home by erecting nest boxes, monitoring the birds that use them and establishing an abundant and reliable food source by creating ideal habitat for small mammals in our meadows. You can help by sponsoring a nest box and giving a Barn Owl a safe and secure home.  Year’s sponsorship: £50

Cattle
White House Farm is home to an expanding herd of British White cattle, a breed which has links to the ancient indigenous cattle of Britain. The herd is vital in maintaining our 88 acres of grassland in a sensitive and effective way, conserving the diversity grassland species. There are currently 12 adult heifers and one heifer calf at the farm, which will hopefully be joined by others next year thanks to the work of Bowland Alpha, a calm natured bull who joined them over the late summer months. By sponsoring one of our cattle you will be directly contributing to their upkeep and the building of new housing for our expanding herd.  Year’s sponsorship: £50