Planning ahead for the Highland herd

The herd in the 20 October vlog

Tom describes all four Highland cattle together in the 20 October vlog and discusses the bull’s interest in Dorothy. Breeding is hoped for, but pregnancy remains unconfirmed: there is no confirmed calf count or arrival date. A pregnancy check is discussed for a few months later, not a verified appointment or result. Animal sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Housing and handling: a separate future project

Improved animal housing and handling arrangements are among Tom’s planning intentions for 2027. He says the farm lacks a proper cattle crush and herding area. No approved design, budget, contractor, planning permission, installation or completion date is supplied. These plans are separate from the existing event Mega Barn and do not update its interior, power or shutter status.

Breeding hopes, not a calf countdown

Tom hopes for calves if breeding succeeds, but this update supplies no pregnancy confirmation or due date. Future animals potentially entering the food chain are discussed, with plans acknowledged as changeable. The whole farm should not be described as a permanent cattle sanctuary. No farm-reared beef sales, burger launch or menu for next year’s patch is announced.

The bull’s name is still to come

Tom explicitly says in the 20 October vlog that the bull has not been named and the naming vote still needs to be arranged. No active poll, candidate list, deadline or result is confirmed. Follow the farm’s official Instagram for any later announcement; this fan site is not running a vote.

Visiting responsibly

Respect animal barriers and space. No feeding, touching, rides or guaranteed sightings are established. These plans are not a bookable animal experience.