Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Local Family-Run Farm Shop in Southbourne
Southbourne Farm Shop has been at the heart of the community since 1982, established by Chris and Marjorie Bulbeck. Our family-run business has grown from humble beginnings to become a trusted provider of fresh, locally sourced produce, offering a wide range of products that reflect generations of agricultural expertise. We pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships with over 50 local suppliers, ensuring our customers enjoy the highest quality food that supports regional businesses. Our commitment to sustainability is evident through our Zero-Waste Refill Station and eco-friendly packaging initiatives, which have evolved alongside changing environmental priorities since our inception.We have continuously adapted to meet customer needs, introducing services such as home delivery during the pandemic and expanding our offerings to include an artisan bakery, florist, and coffee trailer. Our team combines decades of experience with a passion for food and sustainability, demonstrated through our daily operations and community engagement. The 2022 40th Anniversary milestone and ongoing innovations underscore our position as a respected, forward-thinking business in the retail sector. We maintain transparency through clear communication channels and a dedication to customer satisfaction, evident in our seasonal product changes and responsive approach to feedback.
Services
Artisan Bakery
Zero-Waste Refill Station
Florist
Coffee Shop
Fishmonger
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have been family-run since 1982, combining four decades of experience with local farming expertise.
- We source 100% of our fresh produce locally when possible, supporting regional farmers and businesses.
- Our Zero-Waste Refill Station offers over 40 plastic-free products to reduce environmental impact.
- We maintain daily fresh deliveries of fruit and vegetables, often picked and stocked the same day.
- Our in-house bakery creates handmade artisan breads five days a week using natural ingredients.
Services
Artisan Bakery
Our on-site bakery produces handmade artisan breads five days a week using natural ingredients and traditional methods. We offer a range including sourdough, seeded loaves, and specialty breads with no added preservatives. Customers can purchase freshly baked goods daily or order specific loaves in advance for collection.
Zero-Waste Refill Station
Our refill station offers over 40 products packaging-free through gravity dispensers and electronic weighing scales. Customers can use reusable containers or brown paper bags for items like dried fruits, nuts, grains, and coffee beans. Staff provide assistance to help customers transition to plastic-free shopping habits.
Local Produce Supply
We source daily fresh fruit and vegetables from local farms, often picked and stocked the same day. Our dairy and meat products come from regional suppliers while frozen goods maintain quality through Field Fare's portion-controlled packaging options for all seasons.
On-Site Florist
Bulbeck Blooms provides fresh flowers and floral arrangements from a new on-site facility operated by experienced florists. Customers can order deliveries locally or visit the shop's car park location for walk-in purchases during weekday and Saturday trading hours.
Vintage Coffee Trailer
'Our Little Place' vintage coffee trailer serves hot and cold drinks, paninis, and homemade cakes in our overflow car park. The six-day-a-week service offers outdoor seating with field views and a covered marquee area for inclement weather.
Questions
What makes Southbourne Farm Shop different from supermarkets?
We specialise in fresh local produce delivered daily, zero-waste shopping options, and handmade artisan bread baked on-site five days a week.
What eco-friendly initiatives do you have in place?
We've eliminated plastic bag reels in our fruit and veg aisle, introduced a Zero-Waste Refill Station with 40+ products, and use biodegradable packaging materials.
Are there facilities for customers with mobility issues?
We have ample free parking on our forecourt with spaces for disabled customers and level access throughout our main shop areas.
Do you deliver locally?
Our home delivery service ran during the pandemic, but we now focus on in-store service. We recommend visiting our shop in Southbourne for the full experience.
What speciality breads do you offer?
Our bakery produces Southbourne Wild Sourdough, Malted Barley, Sisu Rye, and wheat-free options, with patisserie treats available at weekends.
