For nearly thirty years, Andy Wear has transformed a derelict Mendip Hills property into Fernhill Farm, a thriving model of regenerative agriculture. Alongside his partner Jennifer Hunter and their family, Andy practices holistic mob grazing and champions the ancient craft of blade shearing, earning international renown and awards along the way.
Luke Hasell is a passionate organic farmer, ecosystem builder, and steward of the land at Story Farms in the Chew Valley. Known for championing regenerative agriculture, holistic mob grazing, and community-driven movements (as well as founding the renowned Valley Fest), Luke blends sustainable food production with a deep-rooted vision for landscape and planetary healing. This intimate portrait explores his lifelong connection to the valley, organic farming, and caring for the earth.
Natasha Clutterbuck is a prominent local artist known for her profound connection to the Mendip landscape, often creating art directly inspired by, sourced from, and rooted in the surrounding farming and natural environment. This intimate portrait explores her creative process, her relationship with the local land, and what it means to capture the spirit of the Chew Valley through art.
Mary Payne MBE is a renowned horticulturist, garden consultant, and a much-loved voice for gardening in the South West. With a lifetime of expertise dedicated to plants, planting design, and sharing her passion across the region, Mary brings a wealth of green-fingered wisdom to the film. This intimate portrait celebrates her deep connection to the local landscape, horticulture, and the community.
Ayesha Ahmed-Mendoza is a passionate naturalist, conservationist, and Programme Manager for Black2Nature. Growing up in the Chew Valley with a deep-rooted love for wildlife, Ayesha works tirelessly to champion equal access to the outdoors, helping inner-city Visibly Minority Ethnic (VME) young people and families experience the healing power of nature. This intimate portrait explores her connection to the local landscape, community advocacy, and opening up the natural world to everyone.
Andy Mayes is a dedicated local archaeologist who works extensively with the landscape and heritage of the Mendips and surrounding region (including projects like the Burledge Hillfort Community Project). With a deep passion for uncovering the layers of human history embedded in the soil, Andy brings the ancient stories of the Chew Valley to light. This intimate portrait explores the hidden past beneath our feet and what it means to read the landscape through time.
With a family history stretching back generations in the region, Sam and Jeff Dale have witnessed firsthand the profound transformations that have shaped the Chew Valley over the decades. From shifting landscapes and community evolution to keeping local memories alive, this intimate portrait reflects on a lifetime of change, continuity, and what it truly means to watch a valley transform while keeping your roots firmly planted.
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