A seasonal companion to the rhythm of the year — with thoughtful articles to inspire home, gatherings, and garden, as well as news and stories from the Copper & Holly family, all gently tied to the themes of the living and the seasons.

Read the journal entries below

The Journal

On the Smallholding | April

On the Smallholding | April

Life on Pontybat Farm during April - a time where Spring has truly awakened.  Read more here

On the Smallholding | April

Life on Pontybat Farm during April - a time where Spring has truly awakened.  Read more here

Why We Do This

Why We Do This

We didn't set out to build a business. We set out to build a life. This is the story of what that actually looks like, fifteen years in.

Why We Do This

We didn't set out to build a business. We set out to build a life. This is the story of what that actually looks like, fifteen years in.

On the Smallholding | March

On the Smallholding | March

March came in with sunshine and went out with hail. In between, Bluebell moved into the field, the potatoes went in, and the blackbirds started collecting twigs. Spring is properly...

On the Smallholding | March

March came in with sunshine and went out with hail. In between, Bluebell moved into the field, the potatoes went in, and the blackbirds started collecting twigs. Spring is properly...

The Fudge Making Process

The Fudge Making Process

Most people think fudge is just butter and sugar. The reality is a full day's work, sometimes two — made by hand, batch by batch, on the smallholding at Pontybat...

The Fudge Making Process

Most people think fudge is just butter and sugar. The reality is a full day's work, sometimes two — made by hand, batch by batch, on the smallholding at Pontybat...

From Deep Winter To Early Spring: Welcoming Light and Growth

From Deep Winter To Early Spring: Welcoming Lig...

Deep Winter has done its work. As the light returns and early spring begins to stir, this is a moment to pause, notice, and carry forward what truly sustained you.

From Deep Winter To Early Spring: Welcoming Lig...

Deep Winter has done its work. As the light returns and early spring begins to stir, this is a moment to pause, notice, and carry forward what truly sustained you.

Grow With Me Week: Nurturing Winter Saplings

Grow With Me Week: Nurturing Winter Saplings

Ready to book? This post has all the practical details — available dates, how many spaces are left, what to know before you book, and the link to reserve your...

Grow With Me Week: Nurturing Winter Saplings

Ready to book? This post has all the practical details — available dates, how many spaces are left, what to know before you book, and the link to reserve your...