South Hams in Devon is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – a place of rolling hills, sandy coves, and charming villages, which takes in one of the finest stretches of coastal South Devon.
Along with fishing, farming has long been one of the main industries here, but in recent decades, savvy farmers and other forward-thinking producers have diversified to take advantage of increased tourism and a demand for locally sourced, sustainable drinks to complement the fantastic food also found in this part of the South West. It’s great news for the region’s many visitors, who can reap the rewards.
On Gabriel David’s family farm, deep in the Dart Valley – a farm whose history can be traced back to the Domesday Book – they’ve been leading the way in terms of rural diversification for decades.
Unlike many dairy farms, which began making delicious cheeses and yoghurts, Gabriel’s family diversified into making cider.
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