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English Apricots Coming Soon: Our New Apricot Orchard in Essex
English apricots are coming to Bullbanks Farm in Aldham, near Colchester. Follow our new orchard, with innovative drip irrigation, from barn to first harvest.
Half Term Activities in Colchester: Family Pickleball at the Pickleball Barn
October half term in Colchester? Book the Pickleball Barn at Foxes Farm, Eight Ash Green: indoor family pickleball for up to 4 players at £20 an hour. Book now.
Private Gym Colchester: Keep Training When the Clocks Go Back
The clocks go back on 25 October. Keep training through dark winter evenings at Foxes Gym, a private gym near Colchester from £20 an hour. Book online today.
Gym Anxiety in Colchester: Get Fit Without Feeling Watched
Gym anxiety stopping you lifting? Train with nobody watching at Foxes Gym, a private gym near Colchester. From £20 an hour, open 7 days, no membership.
Indoor Pickleball in Essex: Play All Winter, Whatever the Weather
Play pickleball all winter at Foxes Pickleball, Foxes Farm near Colchester. Private indoor court, £20 an hour for up to 4 players, open 7 days.
Becoming a Personal Trainer in Colchester: Qualifications, Costs and Studio Hire
Thinking about becoming a personal trainer in Colchester? Here's how to get qualified, build a client base, and why choosing the right private gym studio matters from day one.
Indoor Pickleball in Colchester: Padel, Racquet Sports and a Rural Diversification Story
Pickleball is booming in Colchester. We look at the padel and racquet sports scene, from Lexden Rackets to our own indoor barn court at Foxes Farm.
The End of Pumpkin Season: 10 Years of Pick Your Own, 18 Years of Growing
After 2025's best ever season, Foxes Farm has closed its Pick Your Own pumpkin patch and moved into pickleball, a gym, dog walking and commercial units to let.