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Adam Henson to Exit Cotswolds Farm When Tenancy Expires in 12 Years

He plans to relocate with his wife to a bungalow in Winchcombe following their children's decision to pursue nonfarming careers.

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Overview

  • After the tenancy lapses, Henson and his wife Charlie will move to a nearby bungalow in Winchcombe where they intend to keep a small flock of sheep and their dogs.
  • Henson’s daughter works as an events organiser in Perth and his son is employed as a financial advisor in Leeds, leading neither to follow him into agriculture.
  • The 650-hectare Cotswolds Farm Park was established by his father Joe in 1971 and has been managed by Adam alongside his BBC Countryfile commitments.
  • He has weathered personal hardships including his wife’s cancer battle, the deaths of his parents and a nephew, and farm crises such as foot and mouth disease and the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Henson attributes his positive outlook and ability to cope with challenges to the strong support of his family, long-term business partner and farm team.