A RARE livestock breed at Tatton Park has received a royal accolade.
King Charles bestowed the honour on his first visit to Guernsey since ascending the throne.
At a special ceremony in July, he renamed Golden Guernsey goats, which are classed as at risk on the rare breeds watchlist, as Royal Golden Guernseys.
Tatton Park’s Rare Breed Farm plays a vital role in protecting these animals having Approved Conservation Centre status from the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST).
The dedicated farm team supports the important work of the RBST who monitor, save, and promote UK native livestock.
Farm manager Jayne Chapman said: “We are delighted that the Golden Guernsey breed has now received the title of Royal Golden Guernsey.
“We only hope we don’t have to curtsey every time we go in to feed them!”
The farm at Tatton has recently heralded the arrival of Emily’s two new goat kids, Rose and Ivy.
This is a significant boost for the conservation of this breed, listed as a ‘minority’ on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust's watchlist.
Visitors to the farm can now meet Emily her new kids alongside other members of her royal family, twin brother Elliott, older sisters Amber and Honey, and dad, Finstock Ben.
The new additions to the family not only increase the population but also enhance genetic diversity, crucial for the breed's long-term viability.
Emily and her friends Martha the Middle White pig and Sensation the Shire Horse are part of the Animal Adoption scheme.
This gives visitors the chance to get up close and spend time with their farmyard friend whilst contributing to the care and upkeep of these rare breed animals.
Adopters will receive a gift package for £35 which includes an official adoption certificate, VIP tickets for two guests to attend a special farm adoption day event, a cuddly toy goat, shire horse or pig (depending on your adopted animal), factsheet, sticker, photocard and regular e-newsletters on your adoptee’s progress.
The adoption pack is also available to buy online from the Tatton Park Charitable Trust’s new website tattonparktrust.org.
All funds from the adoption scheme support our vital rare breeds conservation programme and help pay for the care of Emily, Sensation and Martha, including food, bedding, health checks, heating and much more.
The Tatton Park Charitable Trust was created to support education, conservation and restoration projects for the benefit of all visitors to Tatton Park.
This voluntary body is run by local trustees, which aims to raise donations and grants to help ensure this special place is here for future generations to enjoy.
A summer programme of activities and events runs until August 23.
Daily fun includes meeting chicks, goat kids and a host of other activities including the Little Grey Fergie trail, storytelling, Taster Tuesdays, Planet Friendly Fridays and sheep racing.
Standard farm entry applies. There is no extra charges for daily events.
The farm is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm. Please note the farm closes on Mondays.
For further details visit tattonpark.org.uk
Tatton Park is managed and funded by Cheshire East Council on behalf of the National Trust.
The heritage attraction welcomes around 720,000 visitors every year to its picturesque parkland, 18th century mansion, medieval Old Hall, award-winning gardens and rare breed farm.
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