An insight into the life of a farmer-turned-zookeeper, following the ups and downs through the seasons with Jimmy and the animals at his wildlife park in Suffolk. Twenty years ago, Jimmy Doherty started a farm for rare breed pigs on some derelict land in Suffolk. Now a thriving wildlife park, which is home to many different species of animal, this book chronicles the journey that Jimmy and his family have found themselves on over the years. There is nothing better than hanging your handmade wreath on your front door at Christmas time. With all the equipment and materials supplied, you just need to bring yourself and your friends! Taking us on a journey through the seasons - spring lambs to rutting reindeer, sun-loving meerkats to festive monkeys - Jimmy reveals the ups and downs of a life immersed in the natural world, and explains how we too, wherever we may live, can benefit ourselves and the planet by embracing the remarkable animals around us. In Tales From Jimmy's Farm, Jimmy reveals how he made his childhood dream of having his own wildlife park a reality - how, starting with a few rare breed pigs, he would transform a derelict and forgotten Suffolk farm into an A-Z of the animal world, from anteaters to zebras.

The farm began life with rare breed pigs, but Jimmy soon expanded this to goats, cows, sheep and Suffolk Punch horses, too, and now the wildlife park plays host to over 80 species and breeds of traditional, rare and exotic animals, from crocodiles, camels and tapirs to skunks, wallabies and raccoons. Visitors can also learn about butterflies and insects in the Butterfly House, and meet reptiles and birds in the Tropical House. This year sees the 20th anniversary of Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park in Suffolk, which started out as a farm for rare breed pigs in 2002. This book will celebrate the journey that Jimmy and his family have found themselves on over the years, and the many animals that now call the farm home. Tales From Jimmy’s Farm follows a year in the life of the farm. The narrative traces the seasons as Jimmy documents what it means to live on a farm and what each day holds for him, his wife and four young daughters, the land he is farming and the animals in his care.

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I want to thank our team in the UK, the team in Sweden, national & international experts, wonderful construction teams & providers, in achieving what, at times, seemed the impossible. Ewa has her forever home Jimmy’s Farm turns 20 years old in 2022. From starting out with rare breed pigs and a farm shop, Jimmy and his wife, Michaela, have grown the business over the years and the farm is now licensed to operate as a wildlife park.

In Tales From Jimmy's Farm , Jimmy reveals how he made his childhood dream of having his own wildlife park a reality - how, starting with a few rare breed pigs, he would transform a derelict and forgotten Suffolk farm into an A-Z of the animal world, from anteaters to zebras. Come and join our Estates Manager, Gemma, at one of our wreath-making sessions on Friday 2 nd and Sunday 4 th December, followed by our ‘farm to fork’ two course roast lunch or delicious afternoon tea. The listener will be transported into the landscape, learn of the practical day-to-day jobs, and fall in love with the animals through stories of where they came from, how they arrived and settled in, and funny anecdotes as Jimmy and his team got to know them. Along with a whole host of other characters, Jimmy will introduce you to:

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Taking us on a journey through the seasons – spring lambs to rutting reindeer, sun-loving meerkats to festive monkeys – Jimmy reveals the ups and downs of a life immersed in the natural world, and explains how we too, wherever we may live, can benefit ourselves and the planet by embracing the remarkable animals around us. We are delighted to announce the arrival of our first polar bears here at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park. 🐻‍❄️ This was a rescue mission and a race against time. We have now constructed a world class facility, Europe’s largest polar bear reserve. The first of its kind in the south of England for three decades. A sad loss… Stomp around the Wildlife Park on our special Christmas trail. Make food for reindeer, spot a polar bear, feed the camels and so much more. Once you have completed the trail meet Santa but be sure to be nice as he will give you your final stamp to collect your gift! Head over to Santa’s workshop where you can choose from a range of terrific toys. In Tales from Jimmy’s Farm, Jimmy reveals how he made his childhood dream of having his own wildlife park a reality and how he would transform a derelict and forgotten Suffolk farm into an A-Z of the animal world, from anteaters to zebras. Taking us on a journey through the seasons – spring lambs to rutting reindeer, sun-loving meerkats to festive monkeys – Jimmy reveals the ups and downs of a life immersed in the natural world, and explains how we too, wherever we may live, can benefit ourselves and the planet by embracing the remarkable animals around us.

Our experienced Estates Manager, Gemma, and gardener Katie will be on hand to guide you through making that perfect wreath with foliage from our own gardens. The price includes all equipment and materials with lunch (soft drink only) or afternoon tea. Timings In Tales From Jimmy’s Farm, Jimmy reveals how he made his childhood dream of having his own wildlife park a reality – how, starting with a few rare breed pigs, he would transform a derelict and forgotten Suffolk farm into an A-Z of the animal world, from anteaters to zebras. Like all rescue missions, total success is not guaranteed. Despite all the efforts of experts from around the world we have suffered the loss of one of the bears as she arrived into her new home. Upon veterinary post-mortem it was established that the bear had an unknown heart condition from an early age that sadly meant she passed away. That we couldn’t save both bears, is incredibly sad. Along with a selection of seasonal recipes and easy conservation ideas, the reader will be transported into the landscape, learn of the practical day-to-day jobs on the farm, and fall in love with the animals through stories and funny anecdotes of where they came from, how they settled in and their impact on Jimmy and his team.