The MRFFC is being presented by the Marches Real Food & Farming Network, which emerged from the 2023 conference as a collaborative initiative of Food Partnerships from across the Marches area. By working together at a bioregional level we aim to continue building relationships and extending our reach, while creating stronger networks for regional food resilience.

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The inspiration behind the creation of the MRFFC is the long-running Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC), as 'a movement dedicated to transforming food and farming systems for good'. 

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The MRFFC is all about our region and how we can create a regenerative and resilient food future here in the Marches, in the face of a wide range of challenging conditions. The aim of this conference is to cross borders and bring together producers from all backgrounds with an interest in future-proofing their farming.

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We look forward to welcoming you to the Marches Real Food & Farming Convergence, October 4th & 5th at Babbinswood Farm. 

 

To help you plan your trip, you will find all the details you need about the event, how to get to Babbinswood Farm, camping details on-site, local places to stay, and information for the Press about MRFFC.

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Driving: 

Guest arrival at Babbinswood Farm:

The 'What three words' code for this location is: ///degrading.stereos.honest 

Arrivals for set up / exhibitors etc should be via the farm entrance. 

 

The farm address is:

​Babbinswood Farm, Whittington, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 4PF

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Nearest Rail Station is: 

Gobowen, Transport for Wales​

Minibus transport available from train station to Babbinswood at start and end of Convergence: get in touch at hello@shropshiregoodfood.org to reserve a place

 

Outside these times bus from Gobowen station:

Alternatively from Shrewsbury the  X5 bus will drop you close to Babbinswood.

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We would recommend that any taxis needed should be pre-booked with local companies.

 

Accommodation:

Various Air B&B and hotel options based in Oswestry and surrounding area.

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Camping will be available on site for the additional cost of £10 for one or both nights. This can be included as an 'add on' when purchasing tickets through Eventbrite. 

 

Please note: that you will need to bring your own camping gear and any additional provisions that you would like beyond what is provided for purchase on site by catering. Tap water will be available. Portable toilets will be located on site. Campers/Vans are welcome.

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As the conference begins at 9.30, we would recommend allowing yourself additional time to park and collect your programme at the registration desk. If you are camping on the Thursday night before the conference and require time to set up or park vans/campers, please aim to arrive between the hours of 4pm and 8pm.

 

​Food Requirements

There will be food available for purchase on-site during the conference and Babbinswood Farm shop will be open.

 

All vendors at the conference are in line with our core Partnership values of Good Food and use locally sourced food wherever possible.

 

Our Food & Drinks during the conference will be provided by:​

• Blossom and Bee Kitchen

• Treflach Farm

• OsNosh

• Shropshire Good Food Partnership

• Apostle Coffee

 

Join us for an Autumnal Feast - Friday 7.30pm, provided by OsNosh. A delicious meal, showing whats possible with local, seasonal food (menu will be posted in due course). Please select an additional 'OsNosh Feast' ticket when purchasing your attendee tickets.

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Should you require any special access requirements please get in contact with us directly before the conference, 

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Health and Safety

Whilst we will take every measure to make the site as safe as possible, attendees will need to accept a level of responsibility for themselves. MRFFC is taking place on a working farm, participants and visitors have a responsibility to take reasonable care for their actions, making sure not to put themselves or others at risk. 

Please wear appropriate footwear.

 

Conference Support Team

If you need any assistance throughout the duration of the Conference, please contact the people below.

• Contact for Speakers Jenny Rouquette: 07453 810 696

• Contact for General Enquiries, Press and Communications: Daphne Du Cros - 07769 510 364 

 

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