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About Us

OUR STAFF

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 JARIS ASH - OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
 Jaris has 15 years of experience working with Pets As Therapy in schools,       community events and play therapy sessions. With a background in editing and publishing, Jaris runs creative writing workshops and monthly Pen & Prosecco evenings.  She also deals with the   administration of the farm, as well as running our dog agility and recreation Gymnastics sessions.

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 DR HAYLEY ASH - ANIMAL MANAGER & SUPPORTED EDUCATION HEAD
 Hayley has a PhD in Animal Welfare Science and post-doctoral experience in   psychological research  (specialising in adolescent mood disorders), and has taught Psychology and Human-Animal Interaction classes in Higher Education. She also has hands-on experience at  wildlife hospitals and safari parks. Hayley runs volunteering on the farm and provides the daily management of our animals, as well as  facilitates Animal Assisted Intervention and Humane Education sessions.

VOLUNTEER/BI-LINGUAL ASSISTANT
Delyth is our amazing volunteer. She also assists with the Farm Visits as well as the AQA Unit Award Scheme sessions.

CONTACT:

Hayley - Animal Manager and Supported Education Head - 07543147206

Jaris - Operations Director and Head of Centre - 07908555107

Facebook: Tal y Sarn Farm, Newborough

Email: ash'[email protected]


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Our animals

We have 6 playful dogs: Cassidy, Islay, Honey, Finn, Dylan and Stanley.
Cassidy is a registered Pets as Therapy dog.

We're also home to 2 friendly horses (Rose and Dingle), 5 curious goats (Marnie, Barley, Betty, Alex and Big Momma), 8 sweet rare breed chickens (Felecia, Dotty, Ethel, Eggy Meggy, Linda from Finance, Susan from HR, Sweet Chicks and Worms) and 5 gentle rabbits (Max, Angel, Annie, Lily and Minty).

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What Our Clients Are Saying

"I feel the farm is a very special place to volunteer, all the staff are friendly and supportive for people with difficulties and I feel the facilities are an excellent balance of activities available, I am really enjoying my time there and I am very grateful to the staff for all their help and support."

"I feel I have gained valuable experience working with the animals and Hayley. I have gained confidence and feel that the support I have been given has been beneficial to my anxiety and helped me with the challenges I face."

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  • About Us
  • Animal Assisted Interventions
  • Activities at the farm
  • Venue hire
  • Preparing for your visit
  • AQA and Tutoring
  • Shepherd's Hut