Hi from one crazy wouldbe farmer

[Cherrytree]

Hi,

I am about to set out on a trip that will either make me or brake me. I've just bought 25 acres in Bulgaria and will be moving out there in the next month to start creating the place of my dreams or/and my nightmares.

I know that the climate will mean that there will be something’s on this forum that will not apply to me, but I'm also aware of the wealth of knowledge that will cross the sea.

I'm hoping to start with being self sufficient and see how far I get. The biggest thing for me is that use of modern farming equipment is a no go really, due to maintaining machinery and also theft, so I will be looking to ask those that have gone back in time to by gone days for a lot of advice on how to do things the old fashioned way.

I grew up on a farm and always wished to return to one, but with the prices in the UK being what they are, Bulgaria was obtainable.

So look out for my first question as about to post one..

[Mrs Dobby]

Wow! Congrats on living your dream and a warm welcome to the vine! I'd love to hear more about your experiences, joys and sadnesses, successes and failures! Thats a heck of a big change in location, do you speak the local language?

[rainbowbrite]

wow, i'm well jealous, you're doing what i would do if i had the guts (and money) so i wish you a million successes. hopefully we can help you with any probs you may have but you have to promise to keep us all posted

[zazen999]

Count me in on the jealousy thing; wowie.

I hope it goes well for you.

[Seahorse]

Take me with you!

Seriously though, what a fabulous adventure! Do let us know how you get on. I'm sure we'll all be very happy to help with any questions, if we can

[indian]

Hi Cherrytree
welcome. we also live in Bulgaria what part have you bought land in and where are you looking for a property we will be only to pleased to help you if we can,the people here are great so helpful and friendly we have lived here for a year now and we love it.and would not go back to the uk so have a look at our website and it will show you where we are.
best of luck and just go for it Tony & Hilary

[gemlady]

Hi Cherrytree and welcome. Wishing you the best of luck with your new farm, please keep us posted with news and pics, we'll all be rooting for you (pardon the pun)