Gary Sibson and his son James run Naturally Grown Farm from a plot and a half, the equivalent of a fifth of an acre, at a committee-run allotment just off Bachelor Gardens.
Lifestyle Hidden Gems
Bilton father and son supply top shops from ‘hidden gem’ allotment plot
With tonnes of tomatoes, reams of runner beans and buckets filled with flowers growing on an incredible allotment plot - this father and son team in Bilton are able to supply some of the top shops in town. Gary Sibson and his son James run Naturally Grown Farm from a...
Funky yellow Masham cafe a ‘hidden gem’ for more than veggies
On a sunny Saturday morning it seems to be the place to be. Colin Blair, the man behind Johnny Baghdad’s, often steps out to grab some fresh produce from town to find queues before he has even opened.
Butterflies and bees inspire hidden gem Pateley Bridge ceramic artist
Customers who find the workshop, which is not far from the high street in Pateley Bridge, will likely find Fiona Mazza sat at her wheel moulding out a lump of clay.
The Pateley Bridge sculptor carving out a name for himself
How to avoid big mistakes, how to carve out intricate details and how to navigate the politics. Meet the hidden gem sculptor in Pateley Bridge who wants to build up a strong reputation.
‘Hidden gem’ Knaresborough knitting shop stocks more than wool
Knitting, Diane explains, is in her blood. Both her parents knitted and she often looks fondly on a picture of her grandmother, who would often be found knitting near the fire in a rocking chair.
Stained glass artist a Harrogate ‘hidden gem’
Caryl Hallett Stained Glass, which is tucked away just off Starbeck’s high street in Spa Studios, has always used traditional methods but she uses them to create bright, colourful and contemporary pieces.
‘Hidden gem’ lockdown bakehouse eyes up first shop in Knaresborough
Orders are already picking up for their brownies and cookies – with more treats are on the way – so they now have an eye on a shop unit on Knaresborough’s High Street.
Boroughbridge shop ‘hidden gem’ for owner’s wine knowledge
Nick Chadwick is the owner of Winearray, a hidden gem of a shop tucked away in the small town of Boroughbridge which has become a weekend pilgrimage for many in the Harrogate district since it opened its doors 16 years ago.
Hampsthwaite cafe a ‘hidden gem’ for walkers and cyclists
Ten years ago this week Sophie Jacob, flanked by her husband Steve and three teenagers took on a derilict building in the picturesque village with a lot of ambition.
‘Hidden gem’ Harrogate shop more than a greengrocer
The shop front of Roots and Fruits will change throughout the year with pumpkins, Christmas trees and flowers on display but there always seems to be a steady flow of people popping in to shop and chat.
Harrogate cafe a ‘hidden gem’ for locals and hospital staff
Some tried to dissuade the owner Simon from opening a cafe outside the town centre but Simon was confident that it could become the heart of the local community.
Mum and daughter team behind floral Ripon ‘hidden gem’
The pair may have been in the same spot for 35 years but people are still stumbling across their shop, whether in person or online.