The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast

It's time to look ahead and share the exciting plans we have for Cannon Hall Farm and our animals this summer... but before all that, Farmers Rob & Dave need to share a heartwarming message they've received from someone who took them with her on an incredible challenge! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been an emotional week at Cannon Hall Farm after the loss of Herkules the Shire Horse. Farmers Rob & Dave are here to explain things in more detail on the podcast... what happened? The timeline of this terrible circumstance and what this means for the future! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of his European title fight in Barnsley on Saturday, we're sharing part 2 of Farmers Rob & Dave's chat with Callum Simpson about his career and growing up in South Yorkshire! In this episode, Callum explains how he once fought an imposter and re-lives his many trips to Cannon Hall Farm during his childhoodCallum might not have been able to try our ice-cream... but you can! Grab some gelato from Nonna Mia's on your next trip to Cannon Hall Farm! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmers Rob & Dave have been on their travels again, this time they've headed down south to appear on James Martin's Saturday Morning show to talk about Cannon Hall Farm whilst eating paella! On this episode, they're telling us what happened behind the scenes at the house of one of the UK's most famous chefs and tease us about future TV appearances! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part One of Farmer Rob & Dave's chat with Barnsley boxing champion Callum Simpson. Callum is training to fight Ivan Zucco at Barnsley FC's Oakwell Stadium on 7th June and he popped by to his local farm so Rob can talk boxing and Dave can tell him about his fighting history... at school!Want to watch Callum Simpson challenge for the European belt?! - Head to barnsleyfc.co.uk and get tickets now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the benefits of living in the countryside is the amount of the wildlife that lives around Cannon Hall Farm... Farmers Rob & Dave are this week chatting about their favourite wildlife they see around the farm and how it's changed from when they were kids!See the wildlife for yourself on your next visit to Cannon Hall Farm, head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book tickets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We had so many questions sent in from you... we had to do another episode answering them! It time to find out what Farmer Rob & Dave's favourite ice cream flavours are, where they would LOVE to film in the world and how to know when a ram has the ideal pair of testicles! 😳Treat the Cannon Hall Farm fan in your life to our new book 'Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present and Future', it's available now from our website or the farm shop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every now and again, Farmers Rob & Dave will answer questions from the Cannon Hall Farm Supporters Group on the podcast... and we always get some interesting answers! This week, they've brought it back and we fine out - which celebrity Dave would like to work on the farm, what bit of advice they would give their younger selves and who would play them both in a Cannon Hall Farm movie!You can now book tickets to pay us a visit this summer on our website - head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk and plan your visit now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmers Rob and Dave are reflecting on another successful series of 'Springtime on the Farm'. Filming went well and all the animals were on their best behaviour but it was one of our favourite Barnsley duo that got himself in hot water with the egg and spoon race! Rob and Dave also update us on a birth that had to stop the recording of the podcast!Did you know that we've just opened a gelato shop at Cannon Hall Farm?! Pay us a visit and taste the gorgeous homemade ice cream from 'Nonna Mia', it's open now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we approach the Easter weekend, Rob and Dave are joined by their brother Rich to reminisce about opening Cannon Hall Farm to the public for the first time on Good Friday in 1989. It ended up being quite the week after Rob married his wife Julie just days before.See what the 2025 Cannon Hall Farm looks like by paying us a visit, head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book tickets now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Easter means one thing at Cannon Hall Farm... the end of another (hopefully) successful lambing period! Farmers Rob & Dave chat about the highs and lows of lambing and how it's changed over the year!Why not pay our little newborn lambs for yourself, head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With 'Springtime on the Farm' returning this Easter, Farmers Rob and Dave invited the series Director Adam Caldow onto the podcast for a chat about his memories of working with our favourite Barnsley duo. Adam's been with the show since the first series which has included trips to Sweden, Finland and of course, Dave's Bar!Catch 'Springtime on the Farm' this Easter on Channel 5... follow Cannon Hall Farm on social media for updates on the dates and time the show will air! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jules Hudson takes over The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast and interviews Farmers Rob, Dave and Richard about our new book 'Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present, Future'... it's filled with the ups, downs and everything in-between and that's just on this episode! 'Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present, Future' is out now and you can buy a signed copy on our official website - cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's part 2 of Farmer Rob & Dave's chat with Rate My Takeaway's Danny Malin. In this section, Danny talks about his favourite subject... food! He also tells us about his love for Barnsley and his wish to do more to promote the town, who knows... next Christmas we might be seeing him switching on the lights in the centre of 'tarn' with Rob and Dave!Follow in Danny's footsteps and visit Cannon Hall Farm for yourself, book your ticket now on our website - cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You'll know him better as YouTube superstar Rate My Takeaway but the man behind the table, Danny Malin, joins Farmers Rob and Dave on the podcast sofa to chat about being the modern day 'King of Barnsley' and how his channel skyrocketed during lockdown!Danny loved his time at Cannon Hall Farm, why not pay us a visit for yourself? Head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk and book your tickets now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a difficult year for the farming industry so Farmers Rob & Dave decided to celebrate the unsung heroes of this marvellous profession. From those people who have the difficult jobs, to the people who have the... let's say, potentially messy jobs - here's some people from the industry and around Cannon Hall Farm who they believe deserve some recognition.Remember, our brand new book 'Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present, Future' is out later this month... order your copy now on cannonhallfarm.co.uk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmers Rob & Dave are joined by their brother Richard once again but this time it's to answer YOUR questions... we find out about the tricks they used to play as kids, who the most famous person to visit the farm is and which would be there ideal food item to go on our menu!Got a question you want to ask Rob and Dave, become a Cannon Hall Farm Facebook supporter and you can ask through there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's part two of Farmers Rob & Dave's chat with their TV pal Jules Hudson. Jules chats about hosting 'Escape to the Country', being recognised for his face rather than his voice by a Polish fan and the greatest moment in his career to date... meeting Rob and Dave! You can catch all the On The Farm series with Jules Hudson and Helen Skelton on Channel 5's 'My5' catch up service! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob and Dave's On The Farm pal Jules Hudson has finally joined them on the couch for a chat about his impressive TV career. Part One of their catch up was recorded whilst they were all filming Winter on the Farm at the end of 2024 and we learn more of Jules's start in TV and his college days in Llanddewi Brefi!You can watch Rob, Dave and Jules Hudson on 'Winter on the Farm' again on Channel 5's My 5! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've not had a listener question and answer session for a while so it's time for YOU to be the interviewer to Rob & Dave... What was their most embarrassing moments? What are their dreams for Cannon Hall Farm? Which TV show would they most like to be a contestant on... and much more!Don't forget, you can read about the Nicholson family and the history of Cannon Hall Farm in our new book 'Cannon Hall Farm: Past, Present, Future' - it's out soon but you can pre-order it now from cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmers Rob and Dave have persuaded their brother Richard to sit on the sofa so we can get to know him a little better... what did he get in trouble for at school? What were the best days of his life? And, how did he get the nickname 'The King of Sausages'?Make plans to visit Cannon Hall Farm and see what the modern day farm looks like, head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book yours! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The third book 'Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present and Future' is out soon and Farmers Rob & Dave are joined by their brother Richard to chat about a few of the stories that we can expect to be in there... however a story that Farmer Richard won't want to share again is his 'tooth extraction', maybe 'The Tooth Mouse' can leave him a few coins under his pillow.You can pre-order 'Cannon Hall Farm - Past, Present and Future' now from cannonhallfarm.co.uk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New year, new set of plans for us at Cannon Hall Farm... Farmers Rob & Dave sat down for the first time in 2025 to discuss how they see the next 12 months panning out with a new book, summer shows, TV work and an extended pumpkin picking festival to look forward to!For details on everything that is going on at Cannon Hall Farm in 2025 then head to our website, cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our General Manager Carol Rayner has retired after an incredible 22 years working at Cannon Hall Farm, she's seen a lot in that time so Farmers Rob & Dave invited her onto the podcast to share her favourite memories whilst working at the farm.Visit Cannon Hall Farm for yourself in 2025 by booking tickets at cannonhallfarm.co.uk - you'll also get access to our Hungry Llama soft play too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off 2025 by looking back... Farmers Rob & Dave are sharing some of their favourite moments from the podcast so far involving stories about working in television! Hear why Helen Skelton won't be asking Rob to share any advice to her kids again, why 'Mads' will always be in their memories and how Matt the Vet became an OK Magazine cover star!Visit Cannon Hall Farm in 2025, tickets are on sale now and we're open every day - head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book yours! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It may be the festive season but we didn't want to leave you without your weekly dose of The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast... Farmers Rob & Dave are listened through every episode so far and chosen their favourite moments that involve stories about the Nicholson family! Take a trip to Cannon Hall Farm in 2025, head to www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk and book your trip now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast Christmas special with Farmers Rob & Dave being joined by their brother Richard to reminisce about Christmas memories and what the holidays were like on the farm when they were growing up... it involved a lot of hard work, and piles in one unfortunate family member's case!You can now book tickets to visit Cannon Hall Farm in 2025... head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk and plan your visit today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week we saw Farmers Rob and Dave swap Cannon Hall Farm for Finland on 'Winter on the Farm' but what really happened whilst they were filming... and why did they end up in Brussels, not back in Barnsley?! Hear their stories from the week of filming with Helen Skelton and Jules Hudson, they also tease us with what's to come on the upcoming 'Christmas on the Farm'!Tickets are now available to visit Cannon Hall Farm in 2025... head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk to get yours! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TV presenter and Winter on the Farm co-host Helen Skelton joins Farmers Rob & Dave on the sofa for a chat about... well, everything! Topics range from how she missed an awards ceremony to help with a ram's vasectomy, how she offended Mr Tumble and why if Helen's sons tell you to go to an electric fence with them... you should probably not!You can watch every episode of The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast on YouTube, episodes are released every Monday - subscribe to the Cannon Hall Farm channel to be notified of when they're out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last few weeks have really put British farming into the spotlight after the government announced their latest budget. The future of the family farm is a subject that is close to Farmer Rob & Farmer Dave's heart so they invited their pal and 'Winter On The Farm' co-host Jules Hudson onto the sofa to chat about what the news means for British farming.You can watch every episode of The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast on YouTube, episodes are released every Monday - subscribe to the Cannon Hall Farm channel to be notified of when they're out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part two of Farmers Rob & Dave's chat with their TV boss, On The Farm producer Kim Metcalfe. The boys are back filming ready for 'Winter on the Farm' and Kim is once again dishing the dirt again on what it's like to work with our favourite Barnsley farmers... herding cats comes to mind!You can catch 'Winter on the Farm' very soon on Channel 5, make sure you follow Cannon Hall Farm on Facebook and Instagram to get all the updates and exclusive clips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmers Rob & Dave may look like naturals whenever we see them on the TV... but what you might not know is that they're guided by producer Kim Metcalfe! Kim joins the lads on the podcast to tell us what it's like keeping them in check when filming for Channel 5's 'On The Farm' series.Have the perfect Christmas experience for your little ones this festive season by bringing them along to the Cannon Hall Farm's 'Santa's Magical Elevator' - get more info an book tickets at cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every season is a busy time on a working farm but at winter time it really is all hands to the pump! In this episode, Farmers Rob & Dave discuss the trials and tribulations that go into getting Cannon Hall Farm and its animals ready for the colder months.Treat the kids this Christmas by visiting Cannon Hall Farm's 'Santa's Magic Elevator' experience! For more info and to book tickets head to www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Halloween at Cannon Hall Farm but life has changed for Farmers Rob, Dave and Richard since they used to walk around with their jack-o'-lantern turnips as boys. There's now pumpkin carving, VR rides and an upcoming sold out bonfire to plan for! Hear them take a trip down memory lane and discuss the mischief they used to get up to at this time of year!You can now book places on our Christmas experience 'Santa's Magical Elevator', head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk for more info! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The nights may be closing in but Farmers Rob and Dave have invited brother Richard onto the sofa to chat about summer holiday memories past. Who was blamed for setting a fire alarm off in a hotel, who was upset at losing a game of golf and which of the brothers had an embarrassing incident in a swimming pool?!Pick yourself the perfect pumpkin to bring in Halloween at our Cannon Hall Farm pumpkin patch - it's open until Halloween, book tickets via www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You sent in so many questions last time... we had to do another episode! Farmers Rob and Dave sit down to answer your questions and we find out Farmer Dave's tip so you can never forget your anniversary, what they'd change at Cannon Hall Farm and who had a wee in Farmer Roger's wellies! Want to pick the perfect pumpkin this halloween? Book tickets to our Cannon Hall Farm Pumpkin patch which includes entry to the farm... head to www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk for more details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pressure is on Farmers Rob & Dave this week as they're joined by their mum Cynthia to chat about her story and the early days of Cannon Hall Farm. Dad, Roger, is also in the chair as they discuss meeting for the first time at a dance in Halifax and Cynthia's school life.Experience what winter at Cannon Hall Farm is like by paying us a visit, book tickets now on www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been another eventful summer at Cannon Hall Farm. Lots of shows, new animals, new visitors... and of course a new podcast! There's also been a new belly button for Farmer Dave! Join Farmers Rob and Dave as they look back at their favourite moments from this summer.Experience what winter at Cannon Hall Farm is like by paying us a visit, book tickets now on www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for the second part of Farmers Rob & Dave's chat with The Yorkshire Vet's Matt Jackson-Smith. 'Matt the Vet' talks all about his new book and how he's keen to let people know how much vets care about their patients... even if that does mean a slightly bigger bill for Cannon Hall Farm!Matt the Vet will be at Cannon Hall Farm on October 12th 2024 to sign copies of his brand new book, head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk for more details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we hear part 1 of Farmer Rob and Dave's chat with The Yorkshire Vet's Matt Jackson-Smith ahead of his visit for the next Cannon Hall Farm Supporters Day! Rob and Dave got to chat with Matt about how he first ended up on TV right up until he and his family joined Price Harry and Megan Markle on the front cover of OK Magazine!The next Cannon Hall Farm Supporters Day is on Saturday 21st September and the Nicholsons will be joined by Matt the Vet and 'Springtime on the Farm' host Jules Hudson - get tickets now for this special event on www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surprise... we may have ended series 1 last week but due to the enthusiasm from you for the podcast, we're just carrying it on! 🙌 To kick off our next batch of episodes we've asked the Cannon Hall Farm supporters to send in their questions for Farmers Rob and Dave to answer... and we invited them to ask our Barnsley brothers ANYTHING! If you want to become a CHF Supporter then head to facebook.com/cannonhallfarm and click 'subscribe'! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've had a look at the past... but what does the future hold for Cannon Hall Farm?! Farmers Rob & Dave share their dreams for our favourite Yorkshire tourist attraction on this episode.Want to pay us a visit at Cannon Hall Farm?! Head to www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book tickets! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After being forced to shut Cannon Hall Farm due to the Foot and Mouth outbreak in 2000, never did Farmers Rob and Dave think they'd after do it again 20 years later... luckily our favourite Yorkshire farm survived both adversities and on this episode we find out how they did it.Visit modern day Cannon Hall Farm, book tickets at cannonhallfarm.co.uk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've had Farmers Rob and Dave's memories of opening the farm in 1989, now it's time for father Roger and brother Richard to join them on the sofa to chat about there's... what ways did they try and save money in the early days? How they nearly injured a Barnsley footballer... and what ever happened to Roger's 'safari suit'?Why not pay Cannon Hall Farm a visit and see what Farmer Roger's lifetime in farming as created... head to www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book tickets! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for the legend that is Farmer Roger to join sons Rob & Dave on the sofa to talk about his early life in farming... starting with how he had to grow up quickly after the passing of his Dad up to becoming a parent himself - it's not easy running a farm with 3 young boys!Why not pay Cannon Hall Farm a visit and see what Farmer Roger's lifetime in farming as created... head to www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk to book tickets! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Farmers Rob and Dave first appeared on television... never did they think they'd be one day swapping the Yorkshire countryside for the big city lights of Texas! In episode 2 of the Cannon Hall Farm podcast, our favourite Barnsley farmers chat about their new lives as 'Z List' TV stars which also includes an eventful trip to Sweden.You can see all the animals that you've fallen in love with on Springtime on the Farm by visiting Cannon Hall Farm, head to cannonhallfarm.co.uk and book your tickets now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmers Rob and Dave are swapping the tractor for the podcast studio as they take their first trip down memory lane in episode 1 of the Cannon Hall Farm Podcast. To kicks things off they're heading back to 1989, as they reminisce about when the farm opened its doors to the public for the very first time!Please give us a follow and leave a rating on your podcast provider... and if you want to visit us at Cannon Hall Farm then book tickets now at www.cannonhallfarm.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've seen them on the tele, watched live on Facebook... and now Farmers Rob and Dave are entering the world of podcasting! Series 1 of The Cannon Hall Farm Podcast kicks off on August 1st, which is Yorkshire Day!Each episode will see the farming brothers take a look back at their family farm history as they discuss the good times, the bad times and those interesting moments from being on TV!Follow the podcast on this podcast provider so you never miss an episode and join us every week for a trip down memory lane. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.