Dandara Living has proudly supported the latest improvements at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bristol, contributing to the growth and care of this valued community space. The initiative centred on upgrading the farm’s cattle shelter, now a more comfortable and accessible home for resident cattle, Tavi and Haze.

Our team assisted with the construction of new concrete hardstands for the existing shelter, including essential groundworks and the extension of the wooden structure. These improvements not only provide more space and comfort for the cattle but also allow for better access and durability in all weather conditions.

In addition, we also constructed a new shelter for the farm’s goats, backing directly onto the cattle shelter. This vital addition increases available space and ensures all animals have safe, secure, and purpose-built environments. The resident pigs benefitted too, with works making their wallow more secure and better suited to their needs.

We also supplied an automatic water drinker and a hay rack. The drinker, now connected to the mains, means staff no longer need to manually refill buckets each day. The hay rack holds a large quantity of hay and straw, replacing the need for daily refilling of multiple hay nets. These upgrades free up time for staff and volunteers to focus on enrichment activities, helping to foster more meaningful connections between people and animals.

“The new equipment and expanded shelter have made a big difference,” said Isabel Kearney, Fundraising Manager at Windmill Hill City Farm.

A new cattle crush, donated by Dandara Living and Vattenfall, was installed to support the care and management of the animals.

We’re proud to play a small part in the ongoing care and sustainability of this much-loved community farm, and we look forward to seeing Tavi, Haze and their four-legged neighbours enjoy their new and improved home.