Chiddinglye Farm, Sussex

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Anna Louise Claydon visits Chiddinglye Farm in West Sussex. The estate has a history which goes back over a thousand years, but now has diversification projects for a 21st century future. Anna meets the owner, Lord Limerick, to hear about his plans for the farm, and also talks to the ranger and the farm manager. She meets the founder of the 'Garden Army', which is helping to restore the ruined Edwardian kitchen garden to its former glory. She finds out how old farming methods, a former tour bus, and a flock of chickens are all playing a part in transforming the land - and discovers that the project is as much about 'growing' people as growing vegetables. At the furthest part of the estate, Anna heads out into the bracken to visit a secret character, also playing his part on the farm. Produced and presented by Anna Louise Claydon