We want to set the standard for incubator farms in Cornwall and deliver systemic change to farming practices across the uk

Vision

We want farms to be put back in the centre of communities, and for every town and village to have a community farm that provides access to land, skills and food, while providing mental, physical and financial wellbeing to residents.

MISSION

We will act as a facilitator between established farm enterprises, startups, our community and those suffering high levels of deprivation locally, so that people, businesses and biodiversity can thrive together at the farm.

 

We will demonstrate a replicable model for small scale agricultural enterprise hubs, through the curation of varied tenancies and activities that stimulate collaboration and partnership working, without competition, but rather a commitment to share resources, knowledge and skills to create better sustainable and profitable practices.

Meet the Team

  • Luke Berkeley

    MANAGING DIRECTOR

    Luke is the Managing Director and a founding Director of Fentenfenna Farm CIC. He also founded Newquay Orchard and Urban Biodiversity CIC, and was the CEO from creation in 2014 until January 2024. Luke holds first class degrees in Ecology, Environmental Resource Management and Multimedia Design, with over 15 years business management, project management and landscape management experience. He has sat on numerous boards, and is passionate about Cornwall’s food system.

    Email: luke@fentenfenna.co.uk

  • Amelia Berkeley

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Amelia is a founding Director of Fentenfenna Farm CIC, and the co-founder of and previous Brand Manager at Newquay Orchard and Urban Biodiversity CIC. A freelance graphic designer, web designer, digital marketer and brand specialist with 20 years industry experience. She holds a permaculture design qualification, as well as being an artist, where she uses her passion for the environment in her work.

    Email: amelia@fentenfenna.co.uk

  • Hetty Ninnis

    NON EXEC DIRECTOR

    Hetty is a founding Director of Fentenfenna Farm CIC. She sits on the board of Sustainable Food Cornwall, as well as being a Voluntary Coordinator for the Land Workers Alliance South West region. Hetty has over 20 years experience in horticulture, having overseen the development and management of the world famous rainforest biome at the Eden Project. Hetty is the Sustainable Landscapes Manager at Newquay Orchard, as well as overseeing Grown, a 4 acre CSA market garden at Fentenfenna Farm. Hetty is passionate about growing food, and food justice.

  • Mark Rudge

    NON EXEC DIRECTOR

    Mark is the founder of Wasted Apple Co. one of the founding tenants of Fentenfenna Farm, and now the trading brand under the umbrella of Fentenfenna Farm CIC. He has worked in the public sector for over 25 years in roles across HM Revenue and Customs, and now Cornwall Council as a senior leader in Transformation, Strategy and IT. Mark is a forward-thinking leader whose diverse expertise and passion for driving progress through sustainable practices, collaboration, and education have made a significant impact on the organisations he works for and the community. Mark holds a Masters in Business Administration.

  • Tania Clark

    OPERATIONS CO-ORDINATOR

    Tania has over 30 years experience of professional organising and administration in various industries including travel, hospitality, marketing and community projects. Her passion for sustainability was ignited when working at Bedruthan and Scarlet hotels, which became a compelling motivation to protect the planet. After working for a local marketing agency, Tania was keen to re-ignite her inner eco warrior and grabbed an opportunity to work at Newquay Orchard and with the stars aligned, Tania landed here at the Farm.

    Email: tania@fentenfenna.co.uk

Funders

  • Lottery Community Fund

    We have been lucky to be supported by the Lottery through the early development of the farm, and in 2023 have received a larger 5 year grant to build a partnership with Newquay Orchard to establish pathways into the sector.

  • Esmee Fairbairn

    The fund have provided 3 year funding to develop the multiple occupancy model and show that it can be replicated across the county farms system.

  • Resonance

    Provided early stage investment, which has aided the early development of the farm, alongside cost of living funding to help develop the food hub model.

General Enquiries

Email: info@fentenfenna.co.uk