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Here are some comments from our previous guests

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Latest 2005/6/7/8 Comments below

	Haybarton Cow Byre Farmhouse	Haybarton comments in Green. Cow Byre comments in Pink Farmhouse comments in yellow
Name	Visiting From	Comments
Nick and Marion Ottery	Fishbourne, Chichester March 08	We have enjoyed every minute of every day here. We love everything about Bidwell Farm. Thank you for making us feel so welcome. The Cow Byre has everything provided to create the perfect holiday. The Church in Upottery was open so beautiful inside. We managed walks 2, 3 and 4 in the Upottery leaflet. Hope to do the last walk when we return.
The Chapman Family	4 April 08 Fleet, Hampshire.	Another wonderful stay. Sincere thanks to Patsy and Richard yet again. You even managed to sort out the weather. Richard's home made jam and bread were delicious.
The Bull Family Cowbyre Cottage	11 April 08 Kent	A wonderful time as always! Duck/chicken eggs a real treat as well as the homemade bread. Thanks for letting the 2 boys have access to your Wi-Fi in your conservatory! We travelled further afield into Cornwall and visited Tintagel and Boscastle, both highly wonderful places and only 1 hr. 15 miinutes away. Thanks again.

The extended Hale Family	20th March 2008 Westbury & Wootton Bassett, Wilts.	Despite the somewhat unfriendly elements at times, we've enjoyed yet another wonderful time in both cottages. We were sad that the usual resident ducks had left unexpectedly but the newcomers are very friendly. A word of warning to those eating at the Sidmouth Arms. The LARGE plates certainly live up to their name. Thank you Patsy and Richard once again. I am sure we will be back to notch up our almost tenth visit soon.
Ron & Jackie Carter	Kidderminster and North Luffenham 15-22 Feb 2008	We've all had an enjoyable week in the Cow Byre. The weather hwas perfect - frosty and clear blue skies. Rain on Friday so we didn't mind leaving so much. Didn't need the logs, but could have done with the TV a little lower down the wall.
Michael & Margaret Stocks, Cumbia	30 Jan 2008	Thank you so much for your warm welcome. We have enjoyed staying in the Cow Byre and have never slept so well for several years. You have been most generous towards us. We now look forward to our forthcoming visit in March.
The Russell Family Cowbyre Cottage	20 October 2007	We are indebted to you for your warm hospitality, your kindness and the taste you exhibited in turning the Cow Byre into our ideal home. We have all had a wonderful week, and return home recharged, rested and restored. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
The Merry, Goring and Mills Family	New Year 07/08 Wiltshire Haybarton cottage	We've just spent a wonderful New Year break with our friends and all our beautiful daughters in the Haybarton. The accommodation is simply perfect, such a beautiful location, we couldn't have asked for anything more. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone and would love to make a return visit ourselves one day. Thanks to Richard and Patsh for making us so welcome. (The Merry Family) A wonderful place in a superb location. We've had a fantastic week. Thank you so much. (Richard, Tessa & Isabella) We have had a wonderful week with our friends, quite sad to leave this beautiful house. Can't wait to come back again. Definitely recommend to all. (The Mills Family)
Joyce and Henry Weeks and family	Chippenham, Wilts Christman 07 Haybarton cottage	We have just spent a lovely Christmas in the Haybarton. Such a lovely location and the accommodation very comfortable and well equipped. We couldn't have wished for more. Many thanks to Patsy and Richard for being such good hosts and making the Festive Season very enjoyable. Looking forward to our fourth visit to Bidwell Farm in the near future.
Christine Fisher Edith Bennetto, Kay Adams, Wendy Gains	Australia 10/10/07	Wonderful place, good hospitality. Beautiful country. Thank you for a beautiful fantastic place to stay and your outstanding hospitality We have found you English country people have two things we like, a warm heart and a kind word, from across the waters we thank you.
Joyce & Keith Arnold, Sheila and George Welch and Anna and Frank	Middlesex and Sussex 28/9/07	We have all had a very comfortable week in this interesting house. We loved the fire in the evening. The Otter Valley is quite lovely also the surrounding area. We received a very warm welcome from Richard. The Sidmouth Arms well worth a visit. To be thoroughly recommended.
Emma, Phil, Jack, Pauline + Peter Cannon, Tracey, John + Emily Allen	Reading and Bracknell, Berks 21/9/07	Fantastic views, amazing accommodation, friendly hosts. Couldn't ask a better holiday. Jack and Emily enjoyed feeding and looking after the ducks. Highly recommended.
Bev & Greg Aphee Judy, Don & Stephanie Gillbanks	Melbourne Australia Opunake, New Zealand 15/9/07	The accommodation was exceptional. We had a most enjoyable week. The hosts were really welcoming, the steak at the local delicious. Enjoyed the ducks and the scenery was marvellous.
The Webb Family - Angela, Andrew with Toom, Joe and Grandma Doreen	Nelson, Lancs 25th August 07	Our 5th holiday at Bidwell and another wonderful week. The sun has shone for us every day and we have enjoyed days out at Lyme Regis, Beer and Crealy. Also had relaxing walks around the village and surrounding areas. The Sidmouth Arms is still excellent for a meal out. (We're all on salads next week!) Loved our morning bird spotting sessions from the lounge window, Even the boys were excited to see the woodpecters and nuthatches!! Thanks Richard and Patsy for your friendly hospitality. We always feel so at home here. Don't worry Richard, we're going........but we will be back!! I'd just like to say that contrary to what Richard says, there are in fact only 3 fish in that pond and they all work shifts!!
The Roger Family - John, Maureen, Lisa, Kev, Abbie, Georgia, Millie and Grace.	Lichfield 18-24 August 07	What a fantastic week the Rogers' Family had! We had a wonderful time, the cottage was great, Richard and Patsy were great hosts. The food at the Sidmouth Arms was excellent. The Beaches at Exmouth and Lyme Regis are good. We will be back next year.
Jonathan. Jenny, Bethany, William Andrew Dale, Lynda, Alex and Olivia	Stafford 11-18 August 07	Another superb week in an idyllic location. Excellent hospitality once again - thank you. The kids loved putting the ducks to bed and took quite a shine to Dippy. The Sidmouth Arms still good for food. Jacobs ladder beach at Sidmouth very good for kids! We look forward to staying here again next year.
The Mould and Long Family Sharon, Peter, Becky and Sarah, Chris, Harriet and Maisie	2 July Westbury Wilts	We are all glad the sun came out when we went to the seaside. We liked watching the Prince William and Harry interview and the Diana concert and I was pleased to see the cows (who told us when the rain was coming!) Had lots of fun at the park but we wish that we could stay longer. Thank you. See you next year. PS I will miss the big tv and Mum will miss the scenery.
Clive, Barbara, George and Bea Pickering	Solihull 15 June 07	We enjoyed our stay as we did 12 months ago, and hopefully we will be back again next year - an idyllic place. Clive and Barbara Out little bit of heaven on earth. Just as welcoming, pity about the weather. Thanks once again Patsy and Richard for your friendship and being the perfect hosts. George and Bea
Brenda, Peter, Colin and Pam Battley	East Stour, Dorset 9 June 07	A second perfect week at Haybarton - a great time had by all.
The Lambert Family	21-29 June 07 London	Thank you both Richard and Patsy for all your help - this was the perfect setting for our daughter Emma's send off after her wedding in Upottery on 23rd. Despite very unkind weather we were blessed on that day and have loved being here. Spent our last day in Beer - a delightful place - where else can one still enjoy tea on the beach with a rose-patterned china tea set?
The Johnson Family	Bury 2 June 07	Thanks for a brilliant time again. Fantastic setting, peaceful and beautiful. Can't wait to come back soon. Thanks. Gail, Spencer, Thomas and James If you ever want a fun day out we suggest you go to Diggerland. Its great fun for the kids and adults.
Marcelle and Darren	Richmond, New Sydney, Australia 19 May 07	A truly breathtakingly beautiful property and village. Very kind and obliging hosts Thank you Pat and Richard for recommending the pub for dinner - CHEERS! From down under
Richard, Mandy Dixon, Ian and Chris	Tadworth, Surrey 12/5/07	It has been such a wonderful place to stay. Everything you could wish for and more. Thank you for your warm welcome. We hope to return sometime in the future. We can recommend the Bird's Nest in Horton for anyone who likes Chinese Food. Our friends very much enjoyed their stay and wished they could stay longer.
Cannell, Barbara	Kent	How can I compete with remarks from your other guests. Again another most enjoyable visit - star treatment.
Hale Family, Wiltshure.	Hale Family, Wiltshure. 31/3/07	Thank you again for this wonderful place, once again we've all had such a lovely holiday.
The Annells Family Duncan,Sarah, Lauren and Jordan July 2007	Tunbridge Wells, Kent	The best stay we have ever had,Excellent B&B.We cant wait to come back, our 1st visit but not our last. Many thanks.
Laurie and Barbara Vigar & 6 friends	Westerham, Kent 13 March 2007	We have all so enjoyed our first of what we hope will be many visits to Bidwell Farm! What a find. We are all looking forward to our next visit in 2008 already.
JoAnne Truscott & party of 14	Crawley Down, W Sussex. 24 Feb	A perfect 60th celebrations for me in a wonderful location. My guests were very impressed by the superb accommodation and we are loathe to leave! I know that my friends will definitely consider a return visit and I will be thinking up another excuse to have a big houseparty! Thank you.
Jane & Howard Johnson,	Thursley, Surrey 3 Feb 2007 Haybarton	What a find! It certainly is 5 stars. Richard and Patsy have been wonderful hosts and Haybarton has everything we hoped and wished for. Many thanks. We're looking forward to the next visit.
The Cranes	8th September 2007 Bicester, Oxfordshire	We had a wonderful time here at the Cow Byre. The ducks, cows and the odd owl made us feel very special. Our 16 month old daughter, Amelia had an exhausting time rounding up the ducks and enjoyed her duck ett too!! This is a great location for exploring Devon and Dorset and may I recommend for any Yummy Mummy Shopaholic Fuego in Coombe St, Lyme Regis. Fabulous handbags!!! The beach was a dream too. Thank you Patsy and Richard for being accommodating and friendly. Hopefully see you soon.
Tim and Tracey Hale, Joe, Lauren and Brian	25 August, 2007 Sheffield and Huddersfield.	Had a very enjoyable stay in a beautiful setting. Loved the ducks. Brian greatly enjoyed fishing up at the lovely pond. Very good information on places to see locally with good directions in your guest booklet. Thank you for your hospitality.
Emma, Richard, Bertie Moore and "bump" plus grandparents Jo and Peter Solan.	Battersea, SW11 and Northwich, Cheshire.	Thank you for a wonderful stay here at Bidwell. The farm is lovely. Bertie has adored running about in the gardens and by the pond. The ducks are a wonderful gaggle of company too! Cowbyre cottage is great - really comfy and well thought out. The area is beautiful and thank you for the thoughtful, useful and informative tips in the home book. We thought Fingle Bridge was a real treasure - gorgeous place to visit. Branscombe also gorgeous. Yummy steak pie at pub in Upottery.
Billijo, Phil, Emily, Amy, Lily and Steve Chapman	18 August Fleet, Hants	Thank you for letting us feed the ducks. I have enjoyed coming back here again. Love Emily Two visits to the Haybarton and two to the Cowbyre and we still love it here! Beautiful area, perfect accommodation and lovely hosts (even the rain here is pleasant). Thanks again for another great visit. Love Billie xx
Shaun, Sue, Jake and Megan McKeary	4th August Ipswich	What can we say that hasn't already been said? Had a brilliant time here, feel very lucky to have found this place. Megan is already feeling bereft at having to leave the ducks. Thanks for making us feel so at home and thanks Richard for giving Shaun the low down on fishing. Jake is feeling bereft at having to leave the satellite TV (so secretly is Shaun). Hope we can make a return visit soon and will certainly recommend to friends and family. Best accommodation ever!! Thanks again and best wishes to you both.
Barbara, Geoff and Chloe Mason	7 July 2007 Biggin Hill, Kent	This is 1st class accommodation and then some! The Cowbyre achieves the perfect comvination of a very modern look but homely and comfortable at the same time. The website doesn't capture the size and quality of the cottage. It is the best holiday home we have stayed in. Thank you.
The extended Hale Family (again)	2 July Wiltshire	Only a short stay this time and not our usual sunny weather but we were still able to enjoy our stay. As always very relaxing and we will look forward to coming again in 2008. It was great to be able to bring our Australian relatives to our special holiday home. Thank you once again Patsy and Richard.
Linda & Stephanie Saal	30 June 2007 Brisbane, Queensland	Superb country green surroundings, wonderful way to spend time with our English family. 5 Star and very comfortable. My daughter loved the fact that the ducks were right outside the door and the cows were so close by. Lovely walk to the village and country air and smells. Just what the soul needed. God bless and thanking the family for a wonderful time.
Steve, Rebecca & Adam, Frank & Teresa	17 June 2007	Thank you for a lovely week, with beautiful views and a great setting. The Cow Byre was excellent and enjoyed by all. And the village playground is great.
The Stewart Family, SE London	10 June 2007 Cow Byre	A wonderful way to finish our holiday. Excellent accommodation and superb hosts. Not to mention the ducks. We look forward to the next time.
The Alltimes Family	2-9 June Darlington andHampshire Cow Byre	Everything has been just perfect. We have been delighted with all aspects of the Cow Byre from the quality and comfort of the wonderful facilities, to the friendly and very kind attention that Patsy and Richard extended to us. It has been a honour to meet you both and spend some time in your lovely cottage. So please we found you - we will be back.
Phillip Williams	May 2007	Oh to be in Bidwell, now that summer is here.
Ellis, Kent	April 07 Kent Cow Byre	The stay here has been wonderful. The last time we came we stayed in the Haybarton and we had a little tour around the Cow Byre so we stayed in it this year. It has been lovely and great weather. I absolutely love the pond area and spent ages near it. Me and my sister fed the ducks each day and our family enjoyed their eggs. Thank you for making this holiday great and helping us with information.
The extended Hale family, Westbury, Wilts	31 March 07 Cow Byre	Another brilliant week in both cottages. After six plus years the weather never disappoints us, nor do the wonderful surroundings. We simply love it here and will look forward to another visit in June. It was so nice to bring our friends too for their first visit and they can't wait to come again either. Thank you Patsy and Richard for once again making us so welcome.
Mark & Chris Swithenbank, Ruddington, Notts	25 March 97	Gorgeous cottage! We have had a fantastic week. Richard and Patsy are the best hosts. Love the ducks. We will back again for our third stay. Thanks for everything and making us feel so welcome.
Cow Byre Francoise & Terry Pearce	16 March Greet Bookham, Sy	We are so pleased to have found this Devon treasure. We will certainly revisit.
12 Feb 2007. Cow Byre The Pavey Family	Aberdare, Chandlers Ford and Bedford	We came to celebrate our mother's 90th birthday in the village where she was born and grew up and she could see old friends and family. Nowhere could have been more perfect from the moment we arrived to a wonderful welcome from Richard and Patsy, it has been perfect. A real home from home atmosphere and accommodation to die for!
Ian and Mandy, Charlie and Ameli 19 January 2007	Chrishall, Essex	Our family have had a wonderful weekend. Thank you and Caroline for being perfect hosts. The Byre is a lovely place to stay and we felt very comfortable here. Take care, much love.
30/12/06 Harriet and Max, Elly and Simon, Cow Byre	Teddington, London	The perfect place; the perfect week: A fabulous beginning to the New Year.The wealth of green, misty skies, stormy seas, guarva jelly, sheep in the garden, stiff-fresh fish from Beer, the wood burner's embrace, a visit from the mystery tabby, laughter, beauty and happiness ......
30/12/06 Mr & Mrs M Palmer, Mr and Mrs T Palmer and Mr B Odam	Hants, Notts, Derbyshire	Excellent as usual.
11/12/06 Vicky Turner, Ruth Mills, Phillip Corbett and Christine Matthews Cow Byre	Cherrywood House Weston Supermare	We would like to thank you for a lovely stay in a gorgeous cottage. We really enjoyed our stay and will be recommending the Cowbyre to colleagues and friends. So much to do and see in a beautiful part of the country. Thanks again.
3/12/06 Marc, Penny, Lee and Carlene, Chris and Kate Cow Byre	Basingstoke, Hants	Beautiful accommodation in a beautiful location. We hope to return as soon as possible.
4/11/06 The Famille Floch	Brest, Brittany, France	Thank you for everything. We spent a wonderful week here. Too short of course. We will come back. The girls Annaig and Youna enjoyed feeding the ducks. They will remember it for a long time. A bientot Fabienne.
21/10/06 Helen, Peter, Alex, Ellie and Wills	Epsom, Surrey	What a fantastic find! We will be back soon. What more can we say.
16/10/06 June and Eric Webb	Bassingstoke, Hants	Thank you for making us so welcome at Bidwell Farm. We have had a lovely weekend break thanks to Pat and Richard. The Accommodation in the Cowbyre was superb.
The Phillis Family 4/10/06	Central Queensland Australia	Thank you Richard and Pat. The place is gorgeous and a credit to you both. Enjoyed your hospitality and only wish we could have spent a few more days.
Jackie and Henri, Joanne and Gerard, Jennifer and Marco. (THE DUTCH TEAM	Holland Visit Date :22/09/06 till 29/09/06 Cowbyre Cottage	Comments:Due to a wedding in Chard on 23rd of September, we searched the visit britain site for a suitable place to stay for a week. Bidwell farm caught our attention and we decided to try and book it for a week. The newly built Cowbyre was available and we booked it for ourselves and our two children and thier respective partners.We were completely taken with the attractive buildings and the beautiful surroundings. Henri made friends with the ducks within an hour! Gerard and Marco,being in England for the first time, were very taken with the rural setting and the friendliness of Patsy and Richard. Joanne, Jennifer and myself were so pleased to be back in England and were also made to feel at home. Unfortunately we did not spend as much relaxing family time together at the farm itself as we would have liked to, but will really try to return sometime in the future, to enjoy the beautiful farm and its surroundings to the full extent.The duck eggs were lovely Richard, thankyou. So to Richard and Patsy, thankyou for sharing your beautiful home with us and hopefully we shall see you again in the future. All the very best to you both. )
Doris and Bill, Michael, Teresa and Abbie Doggart	Glasgow. 2 September 2006	A beautiful place and we look forward to returning. Great place, great holiday, warm welcome. We will be back!
Keith, Karen, Katie and Alice Scott and Jean Yorke	Lincolnshire 29 - 12 August 2006	A wonderful holiday enjoyed by us all. Great accommodation. Everything needed for a perfect holiday. Many thanks to Richard and Patsy for everything. Thank you for letting us look after the ducks. We will miss you. Love Alice. Thank you for a great holiday. We all enjoyed it! Would like to come back some other time. Au revoir. Love from Katie aged 14!
Adrian, Samantha, Chantille, Kirk, Alyssa, Gabrielle Morley	Lancashire 15-29 July	Two weeks of glorious sunshine. Richard and Patsy wonderful hosts - nothing was too much trouble - lovely people. Will remember this holiday for a long, long time.
The Owsts Family and Rowlinson Family	8-15 July Haybarton	A fabulous place. Great for escaping for stresses of everyday life and for family get togethers. Putting the ducks to bed, babysitting them was one of many highlights. Nine out of ten for croquet too. A lovely warm welcome ... and great accommodation and views. So many places to visit and I recommend a cliff walk at Branscome at sunset! It has been great, I am sad to leave.
Angela, Andrew, Thomas, Joseph and Grandma Doreen	1-8 July Haybarton Nelson, Lancs	Another wonderful holiday. Our fourth visit to date. Great weather has been the icing on the cake. We have had lovely days out to Beer, Lyme Regis, Exmouth, Crealey (which is ideal for children of all ages). Can highly recommend the Sidmouth Arms for their food. We had an excellent meal there yet again. We will see you again next year. Once again a wonderful family holiday at Bidwell and to be staying at such a lovely place with such delightful hosts as Patsy and Richard has been great. A bonus to meet Patsy's mum - a remarkable lady. Grandma Doreen.
Russ, Caroline and Toby Trenchard, Guildford	24 June Guildford. Haybarton	Fantastic views from Haybarton. Good trips out to Aquarium at Plymouth, Fingle Bridge, Lydford Gorge, Bicton Park and Sawmill Cove. BBQ goes well and ducks very entertaining!
Pat & Malcolm, Pat & Mike, Wendy and Barry	17th June 2006	Very warm and hospitable welcome. Lovely accommodation and fantastic views. Enjoyed the eggs and rock cakes. Would recommend the Haybarton to family and friends and hope to return ourselves. Thanks for everything.
Beattie and George Pickering, Barbara and Clive, Julie and Tim	3-17 June Haybarton	Here we are again, twelve months on and Bidwell Farm is as beautiful as ever and still "our" little bit of heaven. Superbly hosted by Patsy and Richard and "mum" who make you feel as though you are a part of their family. So friendly and consistently cheerful. The weather has been outstandingly sunny. Our thanks to Patsy and Richard once again for their warm welcome to our family and friends who all enjoyed their visit to Bidwell Farm and some who confirmed their liking of Bidwell by booking for next year. Hopefully with new baby Grace.
Ellis, Hollie and Iain Bull	3rd June 2006 Haybarton	Had a wonderful, relaxing time. Just what we needed! Beautiful annexe. Beautiful surroundings. Wonderful hosts. Especially like the salt in the sugar bowl! Love the house - it was really pretty and big. The pond was great. We fed the ducks each morning and played with them. Thanks for a great time!! Ellis Thanks for the lovely house. We loved the rooms as well. We liked feeding the ducks and the pond was beautiful. Hope to come back some other time! Holly.
Alan and Barbara Peel	Nottingham 27th May 2006 Haybarton	Thank you Pat and Richard for your hospitality and the wonderful accommodation you have here. Even the weather could not spoil the relaxed and peaceful feeling of this past week. We will miss the ducks and the scenery. Best wishes to you both and hope to come again in the future. Had a wonderful blissful time. Very relaxing and very friendly. What more could you want from life. Karen, Mick and Ryan Peel.
Phil and Catherine	Epsom April 06 - Haybarton	Thank you for your superb hospitality. We had a wonderful holiday. The accommodation is top drawer. We loved the ducks and the area is beautiful. Most of all the welcome and being made to feel relaxed from the first moment made it great. Best wishes and hope to come again soon.
Jonathan, Jenny, Bethany, William, Andrew, Lynda and Alex	Stafford April 06 Haybarton	We've all had another very enjoyable and relaxing week here at Bidwell. It just gets better and better. The kids love having the space outside to run around and the ducks are a constant fascination. See you again next year if not sooner. Thank you.
Jane, Grant, Ella, Charlie and Tom	Basingstoke 8 April 06 Haybarton	What a tonic! It's like another world. So nice to get the children away from computer games and into the fresh air. We enjoyed a lovely stay and can't wit to come back. Thank you so much.
The Duffy Family Stella, Lee, Maddie, Gabby, Nanny and Bob	Coulsdon Surrey Cow Byre 26 Aug 2006	On arrival we were thrilled with the space, quality and luxury of all facilities. Please keep the TV (maybe lower it) The movies for the evening were a bonus. So much thought has obviously been put into providing this wonderful holiday ottage and it is much appreciated. Ducks were cute. Grounds beautiful. Do we have to go home? See you again soon. There's so much to do and see in this area.
Lisa, Russell, Bradley, Joseph, Caitlin Fish	19th August Cow Byre	I loved feeding the ducks every morning. The eggs were lovely. Caitlin We have all had a lovely time - thanks very much for your hospitality. We liked Upottery - nice walks, good pub, vey relaxing watching village cricket on a Sunday afternoon. Our favourite places were Lyme Regis for the fossils, and Powderham Castle - lots to do for everyone! Thanks again for the wonderful cottage xx
Lindimann, Mathias, Julian, Angelike Schulze	Berlin Cow Byre 5-12 August 2006	Thank you for your tips in regard of the fossil hunting. Mathias found some really nice pieces. The rooms were wonderful and also good weather. Thanks for everything. The rooms were fantastic and I liked the animals. I think I come back. Thank you. A very nice spot in good old "England". It had been fine to stay here. Yours sincerely Julian and Andreas.
Chris & Steve Sullivan, Morene & Peter	Essex Cow Byre July/August 2006	Well appointed - a cooks kitchen and a beautiful setting.
David & Katharine, Findlay, Katie Parker and Ken and Judith Bonn	Glasgow and Dumfries CowByre 15-29 July	Wonderful house, wonderful weather. Findlay loved the telly!! Katie loved caring for the ducks. Unfortunately they did not behave on the last night and refused to go to bed!! Thank you Richard and Patsy for being so caring. Hope we will meet again.xxx
Chapman Family	8-15 July 2006 Cow Byre	My favourite day out was to the animal park where I fed baby emu and stroked the lemur. Emily aged 5 years 5 wks. I liked the zebra and the deer, a deer pushed a zebra. I liked the kangaroo who got loose too, it was joey. Amy aged 3 years 9 mths. After two lovely visits to the Haybarton we decided to try the newly built Cow Byre. We are all so glad we did! Holiday home - perfect. Surrounding countryside - perfect. Hosts - perfect. We have loved it. The girls have loved it too. Meeting the ducks, catching up with Tigger, messing about on the lawn and around the pond. Richard and Patsy - lovely to see you again too. York Inn - lovely food. Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park - wonderful on a bright day but take a picnic, food is limited. Boston Tea Party, Honiton - great for lunch.

The Hackings	Cow Byre June 2006	Had a lovely holiday and excellent accommodation, hope to see you again.
Snaddon, Nurses & Williams	Bristol April 2006 - Cow Byre	Another success - here's to the next time!
Cow Byre Opened first week in April 2006 Extended Hale family	Wiltshire April 2006 - Cow Byre	A very BIG thank you to Richard and Patsy for working so hard to make sure we were first to use the Byre. After so many visits to the Haybarton, we have watched the Byre develop and it will now also be part of our second home! Sue, Tony (Hale) and Carol Thank you so much Patsy and Richard we have had a wonderful holiday. Harriet loves the television and Maisie loves the low window upstairs, its just right for peeping out. The views are wonderful and so are the memories. Sarah and Chris xx
Katherine, Richard, Holly and Alfie Nagle	Amersham, Bucks July 2006 B & B in house	Very welcoming and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful part of the world. It is quiet (even with two small children!), friendly and well worth a visit. Richard and Patsy are lovely hosts and nothing is too much bother for them. It is like visiting friends! Our daughter loved letting the ducks out and collecting the eggs and even got to name a wild interloper called Tess. Wonderfully cooked breakfasts ... diet time now!
John, Linda, Faye, Kevin, Ellie & Callum	Birmingham July 2005	Superb accommodation, beautiful setting and run by lovely people. Even the weather was great. Perfect!
Webb Family	Nelson, Lancs July 2005	Wonderful family holiday at such a delightful place with such a friendly welcome which was sustained throughout our stay. (Back for the fourth year)
Jason, Tina, Lana, Molly and David	Sheffield, October 2005	Great barn, great location - very relaxing. Just what the doctor ordered!!
Rob, Laura and Beatrice James	September 05	Our third break here and it is such a pleasure to return ..... Beatrice was so excited about coming to see Patsy and Richard and of course your beautiful ducks! We will be back for another mini holiday in our favourite cottage.
Swithenbank, Mark and Chris	October 2005	Great hosts, great location, entertaining ducks .... great time!
Tim, John and Mary Mallett	Maidenhead and Norfolk October 2005	Thank you for making us so welcome in your home, we all very much enjoyed your hospitality and felt comfortable in the beautiful surroundings of Bidwell Farm. The bedrooms were superb, a real home away from home, and the breakfast delicious, a great start to each day. We certainly couldn't have asked any more from a B&B! Please feel free to use this email on your website as I would be more than happy to recommend Bidwell Farm to anyone travelling to Devon or to anyone after a peaceful retreat.
Pierre, Jayne Halana, Jake Genest and Jenny and David Lipman	Honolulu, Hawaii Dec 2005	Wonderful house in beautiful location. We loved the log fire and used it lots. Even the weather was good (for an English winter). Would love to come back. Very fond memories. Thanks for putting up a Christmas Tree for us.
Lyn Hall B & B guest returning for third visit.	Gloucestershire Dec 2005	All the stars and diamonds in all the guidebooks would not be enough to credit the breakfasts and hospitality here at Bidwell Farm. Lyn. December 2005.

Rob. Laura and little Beatrice JAMES	Hampshire UK 14 January 05	A very very happy visit to Devon with our baby daughter. Truly relaxing stay in Richard & Patsy's self catering accommodation, which is absolutely wonderful - everything we needed. Made to feel truly welcome. We do hope to return later in the year.
Carol, Maggie, Dianne, Tara	Wootton Basssett, Wiltsure. 11 February 05	A superb 70th Birthday celebration. Leaving feeling rejuvenated - feel 50! Many thanks.
Sandra & Mick, Tim, Rosina & Molly Palmer & Brian Odam	26th March 05 Hampshire, Nottingham and Derbyshire	.............We have had a lovely stay and recommend it EVERYWAY. (This is part of a lovely poem written by Brian which can be seen in our NEWS section)
Dawn, Mark, Robyn, Chris, Ben & Joseph Sutton	Kidderminster, Worcestershire 1st April 05	Lovely place to stay and we look forward to returning. Thanks for the ride on the lawnmower!
Sarah, Chris, Harriet, Maisie Long Sharon, Peter, Katie, Becky Mould.	9th April 05 Wiltshire	Back for the 4th year. Thank you for letting me open the ducks door and for letting me get the eggs out. Harriet aged 9. Thank you both for your lovely warm welcome, it's always such a great to come and visit. Look forward to our next holiday with all the family.
Rob. Laura & little Beatrice JAMES	Hampshire 12 April 05	Our second stay at Bidwell this year and this time it was even more special, thank you Richard and Patsy. See you again soon. xx
Jim & Carlene Hopp, Jim & Susan Taylor	California USA 20 April Photograph on News section	Your accommodation, warm hospitality, our hikes far and near and the beauty of the countryside were beyond our expectations. Thank you for a memorable visit. Come and see us in the States.
John & Ann Kleba, Michael & Jenny Bravery, Tony & Janet Chick, Sittingbourne, Kent	24 April	Other than the rain which nobody can control we had a very comfortable stay. Mr & Mrs Wells are very friendly and made us feel at home (well she does originate from our part of the world, Chatham). I did let the ducks out on the first morning and the two eggs were tasty. Second morning they were out already, so "who let the ducks out"? Very comfortable stay and will come back soon. Many thanks.
Paul	30 April 2005	Thank you so much Richard and Pat for your wonderful hospitality. We loved the duck eggs - what a treat. The Haybarton is superb and met all our needs. We have really enjoyed our stay and hope to find suitable availability gap sometime soon.
Tomasc, Marta, Marzena, Moika, Awa, Justynga, Tarek, Poland	April 2005	The time of holiday what we spend was really lovely. The Bank Holiday was also wonderful, the weather was nice but the best that was people who rent this cottage for us. We never forget about Richard and Patsy. We hope we are meeting at soon. Little greetings for your family. Welcome to Poland and Thanks a Lot.
Beatrice & George Pickering	18 June 2005	Our sincere thanks once again to Richard and Patsy for their part in making our holiday so enjoyable. Also for their warm welcome to our family who came to help us to celebrate our 33rd wedding anniversary and my (George) 70th Birthday. Wecan only add three more words to the multitude already expressed about Bidwell Farm and they are "Heaven on Earth". We will be back next year, all being well. With our best wishes to you both. George and Beatie. PS Good Luck with "The Cow Byre and Buttercup, Daisy and Bluebell!!"
Sandra, David, Laura and Matthew Cottam Wokingham	10 July 2005 B & B	I had a duck egg and it was lovely. Matthew Every morning you can let the ducks out of their pen and collect the eggs they laid. Laura First class hospitality, a genuine warm welcome and a beautiful location. Thank you Richard and Patsy.
JANIN FOISSAC	Visiting From:FRANCE Visit Date :4/08/2005 B & B	The Stay at Bidwell farm is one of our best souvenirs from England. We've had a very nice room with a great view and a wonderful breakfast. But above all we've really had the warmest of welcomes. And for that we'd like to thank our hosts! We strongly recommend this unforgettable an typical place. Virginie and Alain
EARLIER COMMENTS 2000-2004
Bill and Marjorie Payne	Hythe	A time to recall with happiness always.
Gary, Sarah, Stephen, Jonathan & Sophie		We came again…. it rained again …. but we’ll come again! We love this old barn.
Rosamond Thomas.	Littleton Co USA	A beautiful spot, a reminder of romantic days of old. Thank you
Jim and Cynthia,	Lancashire	Many thanks for a most enjoyable and friendly stay with you. A beautiful home you have.
Scott and Julie Millbank	Watford, Herts.	Superb accommodation, peaceful and picturesque. Shame we can’t stay longer.
John, Linda, Mark and Sarah.	Darlington.	This is most certainly the best yet! Thank you Richard and Patsy.
Lesley & Margaret Mudway	Forest of Dean.	Our best cottage yet!! Peaceful, idyllic setting, warm welcome. We have had a wonderful week and hope to come back. Pity about the weather!
Jan, Chris, David and Jonathan Moxly		Excellent accommodation. Best yet! Lovely holiday in beautiful tranquil setting. Hope to return soon.
Matthew, Amanda and Megan	Chelmsford, Essex.	A beautiful, restful place and delightful people. Exceeded our expectations in all aspects. We will certainly be back. Thank you. Great fishing.
The Talbot family	Staffordshire	Many thanks Patsy and Richard for a lovely holiday. Everything has been as splendid as we remembered from last year and we hope to be back again. Fondest wishes.
Jonathan, Jenny and Bethany Anderews		Sheer luxury in an ideal position. Emma struck up a good rapport with the cows especially No 4022.
David, Alison, Jayne and Nicola Elcomb	Kent	Our second visit was just as enjoyable as the first. Nicola had a great 18th birthday.
Dennis, Marj, Jan, Eve, Glen, Michelle Munby.		Felt at home straight away! A perfect place to celebrate a 60th birthday with family!
Jim and Sue Snaddon, David and Gwyneth Beacham and Jo and Paul Coates.	Bristol	A second visit and a really wonderful start to the New Year. Everything superb again.
Caroline Atherton		Just a note to thank you both for our wonderful weekend. The cottage was superb and would have no hesitation in returning or recommending, a hard act to follow
Louise, Roy, Angela, Phil, Stephanie and Joseph	Werrington Staffordshire Moorlands Visit 08/05/2004	Many thanks Patsy and Richard for a wonderful holiday . The accommodation was superb , the weather wonderful and thankyou for making us feel so very welcome. We look forward to seeing you next year .
Keith & Carol Tyler B & B		Visit Date :25/26th June 2004 Comments:Thanks for such a warm, friendly welcome. We enjoyed every moment of our stay in your lovely home set amidst wonderful countryside. The walk to the pub (with its good food)was an added bonus. Another visit will have to be made.
Steve & Sandra Friend	28/5/04	Had a great time in such beautiful surroundings and accommodation. The weather was also very good and we were made very welcome. Thank you for a great time.
Ron & Jackie Cole with Amanda, Andrew & James	05/06/04	Had a lovely holiday. Weather has been perfect and the surroundings are brilliant, very restful and tranquil. Thanks for your hospitality and welcome Richard and Patsy.
Baker Family	12/6/04 Rayleigh Essex	What a perfect place. I loved the cows and the ducks. Thank you for a lovely time and a nice welcome.
Conti Family,	19/6/04 Venice, California	The best beds and showers anywhere in the UK! So idyllic, beautiful views, atmosphere and animals on view. Best of both worlds - not the mess of a farm, but character galore. Our only regrets - we couldn't stay longer.
Trevor, Sally Cooper and James	26/6/04 Letchworth	Thanks once again to Richard and Patsy for another great holiday. See you next summer.
John, Marion, Geoff, Jackie, Alice and Olivia	10/7/04 Sittingbourne, Kent	The third visit and we have never been disappointed. Thanks once again to Patsy and Richard and we shall return again. Great food at the Sidmouth Arms. Looking forward to the new piece of Bidwell next time. Let's hope the weather is better.
Angela & Andrew Webb and Leanne, Tom & Joe	Nelson, Lancs 24/7/04	Another wonderful holiday with the bonus of good weather. Lots of fun - had by all. We are already looking forward to another week next year. Thanks for everything.
Donna, Martin, Leon & Isobel Cuddy	Hollingworth, Cheshire 31/7/04	Lovely and homely cottage. We had a great time.
Shirley & Phil. Sharon, Peter & Matthew	Werrington, Staffs 28/8/04	Many thanks Patsy and Richard - really enjoyed our stay once more. A great time had by one and all and we are looking forward to seeing you again next year.
Porter Family	4/9/04 Arnold, Notts	It has got to be the best self catering holiday we have ever had. The place is a credit to you both. You have thought of everything. Thanks for the welcome. Will see you next year.
Jonathan, Jenny, Bethany & William Andrew,	11/9/04 Staffordshire	Another enjoyable week - exceptional surroundings, this time with excellent weather. Thanks once again. Sidmouth Arms still well worth a visit or two! See you next year.
Denis, Sue, Matt, Toni & Anthony	18/09/04 Kent	A wicked and enjoyable stay in your lovely self catering home. Pity we missed you guys but maybe next time. Cheers.
Neil, Ali & Leona Gray, Sid & Bet Isaacs, Sandy & Keith Dawdry	4 October 2004	A perfect home in a perfect setting for a perfect 80th birthday break. See you for the fourth time next year.
Barbara & Colin Gumrey, West Milands with Kath, Paul, George and Aver	21 June 2005	The B & B accommodation you always hoped one day you'd fine.

Carol, Maggie, Dianne & Tara, Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire	11 February 2005	A superbe 70th birthday celebration. Feeling rejuvenated, feel 50!! Many thanks.
Sandra & Mick Palmer, Tim, Rosina & Kelly and Brian Odam, Hampshire, Nottingham & Derbyshire	26th March	For our holida we came to Devon Patsy and Richard's place was heaven The hospitality was superb and friendly As country lads we became trendy. The ladies cooked and we washed dishes Then Richard asked who amongst you fishes Well at least that was the plan That's when the pantomine began. Casting the fly was a fiasco For fish we should have gone to Tesco I thought we would be better walking or in the Sidmouth Arms just talking. Coast and countryside peacefully blend As homeward bound we start to wend We have had a lovely stay and recommend it everyway.
Dawn, Mark, Robyn, Christophen, Ben and Joseph Sutton, Kidderminster	1 April	Lovely place to stay and we look forward to returning. Thanks for the ride on the lawn mower.
The Hale and Long Family Westbury	9 April	Thank you both Richard and Patsy for your lovely warm welcome. It's always such a treat to come and visit. We look forward to our next holiday with all the family.
Rob, Laura & little Beatrice	12 April	Our second stay at Bidwell and this time it was even more special. Thank you Richard and Patsy. See you again.
Jim & Charlene Hopp and Jim and Susan Taylor, California	20 April	Your accommodation, warm hospitality, our hikes far and near and the beauty of the countryside were beyond our expectations. Thank you for a memorable visit. Come see us in the States!
Hilliary Metters Newcastle under Lyme Margaret White	Aug 2, 2002	Stunningly beautiful, so comfortable and relaxing and the warmest of welcomes. A gem.
Jane and Alan Cowie	Preston, Lancs Aug 2002	The best place we have ever stayed. It has no negatives. We shall return many times. Heavenly relaxation.
Bob Ward and Christine Brown	Portchester, Hants	Very friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Idyllic!!! Roll on next visit.
Barbara, Alex and Paul Buchinger	Surbiton, Sy	What an absolute treasure - not only in Bidwell Farm but in you Patricia and Richard.
Jeanie Hughes	SE19	Thanks for a peaceful, friendly visit - Patricia Richard and Tigger.
Jean, Margaret and Holly Gannon	Luton	Beautiful scenery, wonderful accommodation, lovely people who could ask for more. We all wish we could stay longer. I enjoyed my stay here - the view is lovely. I wish I could stay longer. Holly.
Len & Linda Kenway	Fareham	A haven of peace and tranquility shared with two lovely people. We will be back.
Carolyn Marriott	~Tunbridge Wells	Thank you both for all the hospitality and kindness shown during our short visit. Shall be back again hopefully with hubby.
Peter Hill	Abergavenny	Many thanks for a super stay. Will be back.

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