Where we work

Our advisers are located throughout the South West, from Gloucestershire down to Cornwall.

Our main office is located in Somerset, at: FWAG SouthWest, Hawkridge House, Summerfield Way, Chelston Business Park, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8YA

If you would like to speak with someone please call us on 01823 660684 or email us on [email protected]

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We currently do not have any open positions at FWAG SW

Please check back here another time or email [email protected] if you have any questions.
Hedgerow Species #6 - Spindle

Spindle is a deciduous native tree that can grow to 9m and can live for more than 100 years. The bark and twigs are distinctively deep green and stand out in a winter hedgerow against the duller colours of other species. Click here to find out more about this hedgerow species...
Entry #9 - Bel Whitwam: So long and thanks for all the fish…

The only part of my career that I have ever actually planned was that, after working at Natural England (and its predecessors) for 25+ years, I was going to do something totally different for the last few years of my working life. So much for my career plan…! Read the full post from Bel by clicking here...
Ancient Ash Trees in North Cornwall

We are continuing our series of articles highlighting Cornwall’s ancient trees with a look at some impressive ash trees scattered around a farm on the North Coast. A farmer I visited this year suggested I take a look in a small field that he referred to as his celandine meadow (because of the carpet of yellow lesser celandine flowers that grow there in the spring). Not knowing what to expect, I was excited to see two stunning ancient ash trees growing there.

Become a member / Renew your membership

JOIN US! Become a friend or a member and you'll be helping to create a better farmed environment for everyone across the South West.
Hills to Levels

Hills to Levels is a holistic catchment management approach, which began across catchments in Somerset, aiming to ‘slow the flow’ to reduce flood risk, reduce erosion, improve water quality, deliver wider environmental benefits and increase resilience on the floodplain.
Kingfisher Project

The Kingfisher Award Scheme (KAS) provides children with the opportunity to go onto farms to explore the natural world.
Farm Plastic Recycling Scheme

The first FWAG Farm Plastic Recycling Scheme began in 2004 and has taken place annually ever since. The aim of the scheme is to provide farmers with a responsible, environmentally sound way to recycle plastic, preventing it from going to landfill. The scheme is simple and straight forward, with no membership fees so the farmers only pay for the plastic they bring.
Countryside Stewardship

FWAG SW has a wealth of experience in the range of grants on offer and their suitability for your farm business. We can prepare and submit an application on your behalf and help with your evidence and record keeping requirements.
Mission and vision

FWAG SouthWest seeks to support, enthuse and inspire fellow farmers to value the environmental assets on their land and use them to secure sustainable and profitable businesses for the future.
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Jenny Phelps

Senior Farm Conservation Adviser
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Somerset Catchment Partnership

Somerset Catchment Partnership is bringing together a range of organisations who work within the water environments of Somerset since 2013.