Wiggly Wigglers

At Lower Blakemere, we’ve found that farming and gardening are two sides of the same coin. That’s why we set up Wiggly Wigglers, a business that helps keep the farm sustainable while promoting natural gardening methods to our customers. We’ve been banging the drum for composting, soil health, and supporting wildlife for many years now :) From worm composting and Bokashi bins to birdseed and feeds, everything we sell is about sustainable practices that work with nature, not against it.

Farming Meets Gardening
Running a farm isn’t easy, so diversifying is key to keeping things ticking over. Wiggly Wigglers helps support the farm by offering products that connect the two worlds of farming and gardening. It’s a natural fit. We supply everything from Bokashi composting kits, which are fantastic for turning food waste into a rich soil conditioner, to wormeries that produce top-quality compost (vermicompost, if you want to get fancy). Our birdseed mixes are crafted to attract wildlife to your garden, while also supporting the farm’s ecosystem. The idea is simple – healthy gardens need healthy soil, and healthy farms need healthy soil too.

What’s interesting is that soil health isn’t just about plants; it’s linked to gut health as well. The microbes and good bacteria that help break down organic matter in your compost pile aren’t that different from the ones that help you digest food. By composting with Bokashi or a wormery, you’re building soil full of the same kinds of life that keep both plants and people healthy.

Composting and Soil Health
If you’ve ever looked into natural gardening, you’ll know that composting is key, and we’ve been shouting about it from the rooftops for years. Whether it’s our Bokashi bins or worm composting kits, composting is the perfect way to enrich your soil without having to buy tonnes of chemical fertilisers. You could say it’s our bread and butter.

Bokashi is a fantastic system, especially for anyone who doesn’t want the hassle of turning compost heaps or dealing with traditional bins. It ferments food waste and creates a liquid fertiliser (aka ‘Bokashi juice’ – not as tasty as it sounds, but your plants will love it) that you can use on your garden. The remaining solid material can be dug straight into your soil, boosting its microbial life and improving its structure. It’s a win for you and a win for the farm, as it keeps waste out of landfill while improving soil health.

And then there’s worm composting. We often joke that the worms do all the hard work around here. Wormeries are an efficient way to break down kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost, and they’re perfect for people who want to reduce their household waste and give their plants a boost at the same time. Plus, kids love the worms, so it’s a great way to get the next generation interested in composting!

Bringing Wildlife to Your Garden
It’s not just about composting though. Our range of birdseed and wildflower seeds helps attract wildlife to your garden, which is crucial for a healthy ecosystem. The farm has always been home to a diverse range of birds, insects, and animals, so it made sense to share some of that with our customers. The more birds and pollinators you can bring into your garden, the better it is for both your plants and the wider environment. It’s about closing the loop between farming and gardening.

Awards and Recognition
While we’ve been working hard on the farm and in the Wiggly Wigglers business, we’ve picked up a few awards along the way. We’re chuffed to have won the Global Dell Business Award for customer service, The Farmers Weekly Diversification award and we’ve even been recognised as E-commerce Business of the Year. These awards support the idea that small businesses like ours, grounded in farming, can make a real difference in promoting sustainable, eco-friendly practices. Of course, none of this would be possible without our team: Heather, San, Rach, Lyd, and Rob – a small but mighty crew who keep things running smoothly.

A Down-to-Earth Approach
We’re firm believers that farming and gardening should be down-to-earth, literally and figuratively. We’re not about gimmicks or unnecessary bells and whistles. Our focus is on practical, natural solutions that work both for the farm and for your garden. That’s why we’ve always promoted sustainable methods like composting and encouraging wildlife, long before it was trendy.

So, whether you’re looking to boost your soil health with worm compost, attract more birds with our seed mixes, or simply find a way to make use of your kitchen waste with Bokashi, we’ve got something that links your garden back to the farm.

The Team Behind Wiggly Wigglers
At the heart of Wiggly Wigglers is a dedicated team, each with a specific role that keeps both the farm and the business running smoothly. Together, we ensure that everything works like clockwork, from farm to customer.

Heather is the founder of Wiggly Wigglers. She’s the creative force behind the business, coming up with new ideas and staying ahead of trends in natural gardening. Heather’s passion for sustainable farming and wildlife-friendly gardening drives what we do and she’s always working on ways to connect the farm with our customers’ gardens.

San is The Money Person. She’s in charge of the finances, making sure that everything adds up and the business stays on solid ground. From budgeting to keeping an eye on the numbers, San’s financial expertise ensures that the farm and Wiggly Wigglers remain sustainable. She keeps us in check with her sharp eye for detail.

Rach handles logistics and stock management. She makes sure that we’re never caught short on products and that all orders are processed efficiently. From keeping an eye on inventory levels to coordinating with suppliers, Rach ensures that we have what we need, when we need it. She’s also the one making sure your order gets packed and out the door in good time, so everything runs smoothly from warehouse to customer.

Lyd is our dispatch expert and takes care of order quality control. She’s responsible for making sure that every order is carefully packed and sent off with all the attention to detail we’re known for. Lyd ensures that every item meets our high standards before it’s shipped, so our customers always get the best experience. Whether it’s checking product quality or double-checking orders, Lyd is all about making sure everything’s perfect.

Rob is in charge of marketing and web design. He’s the creative behind our online presence, making sure our website is easy to use and looks great. Rob also manages all things marketing—whether it’s social media, email campaigns, or keeping our blog updated with fresh content. He’s responsible for making sure Wiggly Wigglers gets the word out and stays connected with our customers in the digital space.

Our dedicated farm team, consisting of Phil, Monty, and Dennis, play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations here at Lower Blakemere Farm, supporting Wiggly Wigglers by helping to produce the high-quality products we supply. They’re the ones behind the scenes, ensuring that everything from our Bokashi kits to our birdseeds and feeds is made to the highest standard.

Phil is our go-to for all things machinery and production. He ensures that the equipment is running smoothly and that the raw materials are processed efficiently. Whether it’s preparing the grains for our birdseed mixes or handling the components for our Bokashi composters, Phil’s helps ensure our products are up to the standards we set for our customers.

Monty is hands-on with the farm’s daily operations and takes the lead on ensuring the production side of things runs well. He’s in charge of coordinating the harvesting and prep of materials for our wild bird food mixes, making sure everything is fresh and ready for packaging. Monty’s commitment to quality means that every batch we produce is consistent, essential for customers and garden birds alike.

Dennis keeps everything ticking along with a keen eye on efficiency and quality control. He plays a vital role in making sure that each product, whether it’s the Bokashi kits or birdseed mixes, is assembled and packaged correctly before it heads out to customers. His eye for detail ensures that everything is up to scratch and in apple pie order for Rach.

Together, Phil, Monty, and Dennis ensure that the products leaving our farm are made with care and attention, supporting both Wiggly Wigglers and the wider farming operations at Lower Blakemere Farm. They’re an essential part of the team, bringing their expertise and hard work to everything we do, making sure we can deliver the very best to our customers.

Together, we make up a tight-knit team with each of us playing a key role in keeping Wiggly Wigglers thriving. From managing the finances and stock to dispatching quality orders and spreading the word online, we work hard to ensure that Wiggly Wigglers remains your trusted source for sustainable gardening products that support our farm and your garden alike.