About Us
How it all started
Starting from humble beginnings at the age of 10 Carlton kept a few chickens, rabbits and the odd little pig. Later with wife Judith, they expanded into delivering milk using a traditional horse and cart – seven days a week come rain or shine throughout the local area.
The natural progression was for Carlton to own farm which he achieved and moved into Blue Hills farm. At the time he only had space for 13 cattle, but he very quickly expanded his business so that today he has three farms with a total acreage of 550 and over 800 cattle. Carlton and his son Jonathon only use traditional farming methods allowing cattle, sheep and pigs to graze on the fresh lush grasslands and pastures of the Yorkshire countryside. All of the livestock are allowed to roam freely and feed on the highest quality fodder.
We’ve been selling our meat from our farm shop for over 50 years, and have three generations of satisfied customers. Some of our customers regularly travel over 60 miles to our farm shop, so we must be doing something right!
About Blue Hills Farm
Our Farm Shop based at Blue Hills Farm, Birkenshaw, West Yorkshire has been supplying and selling fresh, tender quality meat directly from the farm to your table since 1967 and was the first farm shop selling meat to the local community.
Many people walked for miles to buy and enjoy the meat that Carlton Ives produced on his farm and his reputation, built up over 50 years, has meant that now three generations of families have continued to shop here.
- We combine Quality Workmanship, Superior Knowledge and Low Prices
- We Can Ensure a Job is Done on Time and on Budget
- Proven Results for Setting Exceptional Standards in Cost Control
- Professional Service for Private and Commercial Customers
Where we are
Birkenshaw
West Yorkshire
BD11 2DU
Contact Us
manager@bluehillsfarmshop.co.uk
Call Us: 01274 682 007
Opening Times
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Friday: 7.30am – 5.30pm
Saturday: 7.30am – 5pm
Sunday: 7.30m – 4pm
Have a look at our shop
Closed – Christmas day, Boxing day, New years day