The schools have gone back and a different sort of person has appeared at Chillingham. These are the connoisseurs of the British countryside. They understand that September and October are the best times to see the country. It is the season of "mists and mellow fruitfulness", nature's bounty is at its peak. The heat from the summer is in the [...]
Five new calves have arrived so far this year. It is proof of their toughness that only one has succumbed to the weather, which has been foul this winter. At last there are signs of improvement in the weather but we are still feeding hay. Normally the cattle stop eating hay in mid-March when a bit of new grass pops [...]
The 2013 season is about to start and we are looking forward to showing the Wild Cattle to as many people as possible. They have had a difficult winter following a miserable autumn and to be honest, last summer was not much to shout about. This year it is going to be different; the sun will shine and dust will [...]
When you’re visiting the wild cattle, bear in mind that they live outdoors; they are truly wild. Even the weather man never really knows what the weather’s going to do. Sensible footwear is a good idea; wellies walking boots or just some ordinary trainers will do. Bring along; a lightweight waterproof, a hat, and remember to wear layers of clothing [...]
After a relatively mild winter and a warm spring, herd numbers are now stable at around 100 head of Chillingham Wild Cattle. Good quality hay was made available to the Chillingham Wild Cattle from December through to February. Having much less snow this past winter made it easier for our Park Manager to deliver the hay and easier for the [...]
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