Briarlands Farm offers a unique and delightful strawberry-picking experience, ideal for both sunny and rainy days due to their innovative polytunnel cultivation. Positioned on waist-high wires, the strawberries are easily accessible, ensuring a comfortable picking experience without the hassles of bending or encountering mud. This technique not only yields cleaner, slug-free berries but also reduces the need for chemical treatments, making it an environmentally friendly option.
From mid-May, Briarlands begins selling pre-picked strawberries, while their pick-your-own (PYO) season kicks off in June, inviting visitors to enjoy the lush fields between 11:00 AM and 4:30 PM without the need for reservations. The farm is a perfect family destination, complete with a popular outdoor play area. Children can enjoy jumping pillows, interact with animals, and take tractor rides, while adults can feed deer, sheep, and pigs.
For those looking for a quiet, serene picking experience, Briarlands introduces a 'Quiet Hour' from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere. The farm’s onsite café, the Farmers' Den, offers casual dining options where you can relax after a day in the fields.
Briarlands is not just about strawberries; it's a holistic experience that blends agricultural innovation with family fun. The farm also provides a range of strawberry-based products and even has frozen berries available year-round, showcasing their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.