The dairy farming methods have been passed down through the generations. Today, brothers Hugh and Tom Richardson still maintain the same high standards of the family line.

The Jersey herd at Wheelbirks, comprising of over 120 cows, is the oldest in Northumberland. Hugh & Tom have worked hard to improve the herd by careful breeding.

Good dairy practice is of paramount importance to the successful running and continuity of the farm. Cowman, Jamie Wood, ensures the strict welfare and hygiene procedures are adhered. Since joining Wheelbirks, the milk yield has continued to increase which is evidence that the cows clearly respond to and appreciate his caring, gentle manner.

Our latest recruit is Marion Watson who has been a great help in the ice cream room as well as fitting in well with the rest of the team.

Kath Stokoe also helps out at the many shows we attend and is becoming a dab hand at ‘scooping’ ice cream!