For fifty years, Upper Marsh Farm has cared for its 100 hectares with a strong connection to the land and its local community. The Franklin family is now steadily progressing on a regenerative journey, including work through the RAAP program, with a focus on healthier soils, more biodiversity and a resilient future.
As part of this development, Upper Marsh Farm is looking for the right grower to establish an organic market garden on the farm. This is a natural step toward becoming a more multi-functional holding that offers opportunities for motivated people who care about regeneration and want to contribute to a thoughtful, community-minded landscape.
The vision of the farm
The farm strives to:
- Build a self-sustaining, productive farm that thrives for future generations.
- Foster a nature-centered ecosystem supporting wildlife alongside a hub for driven humans.
- Balance economic viability and environmental regeneration for common good.
Farm Facts
| Country | England |
| Region | Wiltshire |
| Farm size (ha) | 100.75 |
| Land types | Cropland, pastures and a bit of woodland |
| Current operations | Arable, solar park and storage units |
| Current team | Parents Richard & Karen Franklin mainly running the farm, children Joseph & Emily moved back close to farm to support regen transition |
Opportunity Facts
| Enterprise | Market Garden – organic vegetables and/or flowers |
| Land available (ha) | 3 ha plot grass plot with good, separate access |
| Farming principles | Organic farming, Regenerative principles |
| Agreement type | Flexible – open to lease, share-farming etc. |
| Accommodation | Accommodation not available currently, will be discussed |
| Market access | Existing links to local Malmsbury market and food shops |
What you can expect
- A Landholder that is committed to regenerative farming
- Good support with farming and business experience from the family
- Inclusion in a supportive and positive community around the farm
- A willingness to co-invest in the Market Garden
- Access to local customers via existing charity work and network
- A generous and fair financial arrangement
Who we’re looking for
The ideal person for this opportunity has:
- A clear enthusiasm for organic and regenerative growing
- A good level of experience in market gardening, also on the commercial side
- An entrepreneurial spirit who values patience and fun!
- Good communication and ability to work well-organised
- Someone who treats everyone as equals
Could this be you?
Photos from the farm
