SEVERAL Lake District farms are hosting events to mark organic farming week.

Events include a farm walk at Matson Ground, Windermere, on Saturday September 11. Visitors will be able to find out more about organic sheep and beef and see on-going conservation work but they must wear suitable outdoor clothing. Dogs must be left at home.

Howbarrow Organic Farm at Cartmel is also organising free guided walks tomorrow (September 4) and on September 11, followed by soup and a salad lunch.

Each walk starts at 10.30 am and places are limited 20 people per walk. To book places on the Matson Ground walk, call Joyce Brocklebank on 01229-716439.

To book a place on the Howbarrow Farm walk, call 015395-36330.

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