A Hidden Somerset Story from Bagnell Farm

Ruby Reds in the Rolling Hills: A Hidden Somerset Story from Bagnell Farm

Tucked away in the gentle folds of the South Somerset countryside, where winding lanes lead to golden-stone villages and hedgerows hum with birdsong, sits Bagnell Farm in Little Norton. It’s a peaceful, quietly magnificent place — the kind that feels like it’s always been there — and it’s home to something rather special: a herd of award-winning Ruby Red Devons, lovingly cared for by Lisa and Mark Parsons.

Farmers Know Best

Lisa and Mark are salt-of-the-earth farmers who pour their hearts into this land and its animals. They know each cow like an old friend, tending to the herd with a mix of deep knowledge, instinct, and unwavering care. Every decision they make is about what’s best for the animals — from the diverse, nutrient-rich pastures they graze on to the slow, gentle rhythms of life on the farm.

There’s a serenity here that you can’t fake. The herd live in harmony with their environment, with space to roam, rest, and just be. It’s no wonder Bagnell Farm’s Ruby Reds are known for producing outstanding beef — meat that’s rich in flavour, beautifully marbled, and raised with kindness.

In a world where food miles stretch across continents and farming can feel detached from the land, Lisa and Mark’s approach is a breath of fresh Somerset air. If you’re going to eat meat, this is the way to do it — ethically, locally, and deliciously.

So next time you’re passing through South Somerset, take the slower road. Wander into Norton, pop into the community shop, or book a table at the Lord Nelson. Because at Bagnell Farm, there’s a quiet revolution happening — one Ruby Red at a time.