Forge Farm
Escape to our luxurious, riverside retreats set on private grounds just a mile from the charming town of Chirk, North East Wales.
Lambourne House
Perfect for families or friends seeking comfort, style, and stunning countryside views. Set in private grounds with a hot tub, fishing access, and beautiful interiors, this spacious 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom cottage offers everything you need for a memorable group getaway.
Lambourne Shepherd’s Hut
A riverside hideaway made for two. Nestled in a peaceful glade beside the gentle River Ceiriog, this charming shepherd’s hut is the perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort.
Retreats
Yoga, pilates and nordic walking and guided meditation from the farm's converted barn studio, in private grounds along the Ceiriog River near Chirk. Available as a day retreat or combined with an overnight stay at Lambourne House. Sessions are led by specialist practitioners and suited to all levels — the valley does the rest.
Creative Escapes
Art workshops, cookery sessions and a year-round programme of seasonal craft courses, all based in the barn studio on the farm. Whether you're after a day in the kitchen, an afternoon with a paintbrush, or something to make with your hands, there's something here for most people. Day escapes and residential stays available.
Our Story
I arrived here thirty years ago with a suitcase and very little idea of what life on a North Welsh dairy farm might actually mean. I'd met my husband not long before, and left Kent behind for something quieter, and, as it turned out, considerably more expansive.
The farm sits in a small valley near Chirk, where the Ceiriog and Dee wind through the land and shape the rhythm of everything around them. It's a working farm - my husband and our youngest son milk around a hundred cows each day, a routine that starts early and carries on regardless of season or weather. We raised three sons here. They're grown now, but the farm is still full of them in its own way.
Living here has been a gradual education in paying attention - to the shift in seasons, the morning light across the fields, the quiet that comes with knowing a place well. Forge Farm Retreats and Creative Escapes grew out of that: a chance to share the farm's particular pace with people who need a bit of it, even just for a day.
Fiona