CREWKERNE could see a new farm shop pop up just outside the town if plans are approved.
A H Warren Trust has submitted a full planning application for a farm shop and café with a car park at the Lower Farm in Roundham, part of Coombe Farm.
The plans say the trust, which owns Coombe Farm, is looking to reconnect with the community by creating the new farm shop and that it would be stocked with local produce.
As part of the plans, new vegetable gardens would be created to supply seasonal produce.
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“A proposal has been put forward for the development of a farm shop and café, which would enable Coombe Farm to reconnect with the local community by reviving an integral part of its business,” said Paul Rowe Architectural Services on behalf of the trust.
The floor plan for the proposed farm shop Picture: Paul Rowe Architectural Services
“The farm shop would look to provide a platform to market home-produced dairy and other products while also serving as an outlet for local produce.
“Adjacent to the café and shop, plans include the establishment of vegetable gardens to supply seasonal, home-grown produce—an offering that is increasingly rare in today’s market.”
Locally grown and sourced goods would be sold at the shop including meats from the farm’s own livestock and other local sources, along with meat products such as sausages, burgers, faggots, pasties, and pies.
Fruits, vegetables, preserves, jams, drinks, juices, ales, wines, and ciders, as well as other luxury items would also be stocked from local sources.
The farm shop and cafe has been proposed for Coombe Farm Picture: Paul Rowe Architectural Services
Dairy products from the farm, including organic cheese and milk, will look to be made available, the application said.
The trust also said it would also look to enhance public access to the site by creating a series of permissive routes that will link existing public footpaths.
“This initiative will look to offer circular walks of varying lengths and difficulty, transforming Coombe Farm into a destination that not only offers shopping but also educates the public on organic farming and its positive impact on livestock, wildlife, and the natural environment,” a spokesperson added.
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