From Soil to Society: Regenerative Farming's Role in Reviving Culture

Welcome to Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is joined by Harrison Fannon, founder of Worthy Earth. Harrison shares his journey of creating flourishing market gardens on disused farmland and discusses the importance of heritage, sustainability, and community impact. Join us as we explore: Introducing Harrison Fannon: Harrison's background and his passion for heritage and sustainable farming. The Role of Historic Houses: How historic houses serve as community beacons and their ongoing significance. Injecting the Past into Historic Lands: Harrison's current work and how he aims to revive historical significance in contemporary contexts. Upcoming Event Details: Information about the Worthy Earth Festival, a harvest celebration that highlights community involvement and sustainability. Key Points 00:00:05 - Introduction of Harrison Fannon and discussion on his background. 00:01:42 - Harrison shares how Worthy Earth began and its mission. 00:03:45 - The significance of no-dig gardening and its benefits. 00:06:03 - Expansion of Worthy Earth to multiple sites, including Blenheim Palace. 00:08:15 - The role of walled gardens and their historical importance. 00:10:10 - Challenges faced by historic houses and the importance of local food production. 00:15:01 - Current projects at Worthy Earth, including partnerships with estates and universities. 00:24:40 - Introduction of the Worthy Earth Festival and its significance. 00:27:54 - The concept of the autumn equinox and its historical context. 00:30:44 - The future of regenerative farming and its impact on heritage sites. 00:41:21 - Harrison's final destination recommendation: Lowther Castle. Guest Info Harrison Fannon is the founder of Worthy Earth, an initiative focused on creating sustainable market gardens on disused farmland. With a background in archaeology and anthropology, Harrison has combined his passion for heritage and sustainable farming to make a positive impact on local communities. About Hidden Heritage is a podcast that sheds light on Britain's historical treasures. Join us as we explore heritage's role in community and identity. Links and Resources Worthy Earth - Learn more about Harrison's work and upcoming events. Heritage Explore - Visit for more information about heritage sites across the UK. Blenheim Palace Rotherfield Park Good Food Oxfordshire Lowther Castle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices