Ark Summit 2025
Finding the Future
Hazleton, Cotswolds, Friday 20th June 2025
Ark Summit 2025
Finding the Future
Hazleton, Cotswolds, Friday 20th June 2025
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Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a unique gathering of farmers, landowners, policymakers, and sustainability leaders at Ark Summit 2025 - a day of inspiring keynotes, dynamic discussions, and hands-on outdoor workshops dedicated to organic regenerative farming, ecosystem restoration, and nature-based solutions.
Set on the stunning Winwood family organic farm in the heart of the Cotswolds, the summit offers:
Engaging debates on the future of sustainable food and farming
Farm-to-fork feasting cooked over outdoor Asado grills
A guided farm tour showcasing regenerative agriculture in action
Live music & entertainment to close the day in style
With just 120 places available, this intimate, action-driven event is designed to move beyond conversation and drive real change in land use, food systems, and climate resilience.
Please scroll down for the agenda and speakers list
Where Ideas Take Root and Action Begins.
Driving Organic Regenerative Farming, Ecosystem Restoration & Nature Based Solutions in the heart of the Cotswolds
Enjoy a delicious farm-to-fork lunch hosted by The Bull Charlbury, featuring Asado-cooked lamb from the farm, locally sourced produce, and a seasonal menu — all included in the price of your ticket!
"ARK was a unique combination of location, speakers, workshops and learning. It was exquisitely organised and stood out as the most engaging, friendly and inspiring food system event of the year. It stood out, because it was outstanding." Paul Frobisher, Founder, Strategic Innovation
"The Ark summit is a breath of fresh country air. It offers the chance to reflect, connect and energise. I left feeling hopeful and inspired about the future of farming and equipped with connections to a wider group of inspiring individuals who are shifting the direction of British agriculture" Jamie Fielden, CEO, Jamie's Farm
“The Ark Summit was a highlight of my year regarding learning and networking. It was fabulous to meet and make friends with inspirational leaders in an intimate and unique environment." Lara Cowan, Founder, Botanic Shed
2025 Speakers
Helen Browning, CEO, Soil Association
Rupert Sheldrake, Scientist, Biologist & Author
Guy Singh-Watson, Founder, Riverford Organic Farmers
Patrick Holden, Founder & CEO, Sustainable Food Trust
Molly Biddell, Head of Natural Capital at Knepp Estate
David Wilson, Director, Earthtime
Olivia Midgley, Editorial Director, Farmers Guardian
Ed Horton, Regenerative Farmer & Managing Partner, SS Horton & Sons
Sarah Langford, Author, Rooted
Adele Jones, Executive Director, Sustainable Food Trust
Dr Charlie Taverner, Policy Lead Farming Futures, Food, Farming and Countryside Commission
Peter Byck, Director, Producer, Roots So Deep
Tom Cackett, Director, Food & Farming, Savills
Jonty Brunyee, Agroecological Farmer and Regenerative Mentor/Consultant, Conygree Farm
Sophie Gregory, Dairy Farmer, Home Farm
Annie Landless, Farm & Enterprise Manager, Ampney Brook Farm
Dr Guy Hayward, Director, The British Pilgrimage Trust
Tom Pycraft, Founder, Ark Consultancy & Events
Tim Field, Co-Founder, North East Cotswold Farmer Cluster
Ben Andrews – Agroecological Farmer
Georgie Beach, Co-Founder, Ripe Cider
Henry Unwin, Head of Climate & Carbon at Simply Sustainable, NED, Farm Carbon Toolkit
Joe Huddart, Biodiversity Solutions Engineer, NatureMetrics
Jamie Fielden, Founder and CEO, Jamie’s Farm
This intimate, 150-person event brings together leaders shaping the future of sustainable agriculture and land for a one-of-a-kind experience designed to foster meaningful debate, connections, and collaboration-driven action. If you joined us last year, we won’t change what you loved or grow in size. Instead, we’ll introduce innovative new features, spaces, and ways to engage with nature, share ideas, and shape the future together.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of one of the most impactful events in regenerative agriculture and land use.
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Key sessions Overview
Ark Summit 2025: Finding the Future
Bridging Debates | Financing Change | Leading Regeneration
Ark Summit 2025 will tackle some of the biggest questions in sustainable agriculture and land management:
Bridging Debates: Aligning perspectives on organic vs. regenerative farming, land sharing vs. land sparing, and sustainable food systems.
Financing Change: Unlocking capital for farmers, land stewards, and ecosystem restoration.
Leading the Regenerative Transition: Empowering the next generation of change-makers in food, farming, and conservation.
Keynote Speech: The Spirit of the Land
Dr. Rupert Sheldrake will explore the deep connections between soul, mind, and land, offering a spiritual perspective on our relationship with nature. In a world focused on the functional aspects of farming, land use, policy, and often polarised debate, his address will bring a reflective dimension—reminding us that the future of food and land is not just a technical challenge, but a spiritual and ecological one.
Rupert Sheldrake, Scientist, Biologist & Author
Panel: Viva La Revolution: How Are Our Leaders Spurring Mass Adoption of Sustainable Agriculture? In the wake of DEFRA’s pause on the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), the need for clarity, bold leadership, and joined-up action in UK farming has never felt more urgent. Join us as we explore pivotal initiatives from leaders in sustainable, organic, and regenerative agriculture. We will examine how these efforts foster consensus among key stakeholders—policymakers, consumers, the media, retailers, the supply chain, and educators—to promote sustainable, organic, regenerative farming. Drawing on successful initiatives, we aim to create a cohesive narrative that highlights current achievements and outlines a clear path forward for sustainable agriculture.
Helen Browning, CEO, Soil Association
Guy Singh-Watson, Founder, Riverford Organic Farmers
Dr Charlie Taverner, Policy Lead Farming Futures, FFCC
Sarah Langford, Author, Rooted
Panel: Green is Good - Empowering Sustainable and Regenerative Farming Through Innovative Financing. As the demand for sustainable agriculture increases, green financing becomes essential in supporting farmers transitioning to sustainable and regenerative practices. This panel will explore various financial instruments and incentives available to farmers, including grants, low-interest loans, and tax incentives aimed at promoting eco-friendly farming methods. Collaborative green financing and landowner discounts for tenants for environmentally friendly behaviour will also be discussed.
Adele Jones, Executive Director, Sustainable Food Trust
Tom Cackett, Director, Food & Farming, Savills
Tim Field, Co-Founder, North East Cotswold Farmer Cluster
Panel: Shining a Light on the UK's Farming Pioneers: Leading the Way in Organic, Regenerative and Agroecological Agriculture. Across the UK, farmers are at the forefront of transforming food systems through regenerative and agroecological practices, adapting to regional challenges and pioneering a more sustainable future. This session brings together a panel of young and innovative farmers who are leading the charge in improving soil health, water resilience, biodiversity, and farming profitability through sustainable methods. We’ll explore how these forward-thinking farmers are integrating nature-based solutions, tackling climate challenges such as flooding and soil degradation, and leveraging new market opportunities to support financially viable, ecologically sound farming.
Ed Horton, Regenerative Farmer & Managing Partner, SS Horton & Sons
Annie Landless, Farm & Enterprise Manager, Ampney Brook Farm
Ben Andrews – Agroecological Farmer
Sophie Gregory, Dairy Farmer, Home Farm
Moderator: Jonty Brunyee, Agroecological Farmer, Conygree Farm
With a Little Help from My Friends: Building Bridges Between Organic, Regenerative, Rewilding, and Nature-Based Solutions to Reclaim Agriculture and Natural Capital This session explores the alignment of organic, regenerative, rewilding, and nature-based solutions (NBS) as essential forces in reclaiming agriculture and restoring natural capital. While each approach brings a distinct perspective—ranging from sustainable food production to wilderness restoration—they share key goals, including enhancing biodiversity, revitalizing ecosystems, and safeguarding natural resources. Positioned as a bridge, NBS offers a flexible framework that integrates with both organic farming and rewilding, helping to unite these movements and harness their combined potential to counter conventional, extractive agriculture. Key debates—such as organic vs. regenerative farming and land-sharing vs. land-sparing—will be explored and reconciled.
Patrick Holden, Founder & CEO, Sustainable Food Trust
David Wilson, Director, Earthtime
Molly Biddell, Head of Natural Capital at Knepp Estate
Beyond the Buzzwords: Benchmarking Regenerative Farming and Avoiding Greenwashing
We explore the findings of a new farmer-led survey by Farmers Guardian designed to define what ‘regenerative’ truly means in practice. We’ll examine how to set meaningful benchmarks, identify impact, and guard against farmwashing and greenwashing as the movement grows.
Olivia Midgley, Editorial Director, Farmers Guardian
Outdoor Workshops & Nature walks
Join us on the lawn and in the fields for a series of interactive workshops and walks that connect soil, story, and regeneration.
Water Source Pilgrimage Walk with Dr Guy Hayward
Begin the day with a guided walk to a nearby spring, reconnecting with land, story and spirit through song, silence and shared intention.
Dr Guy Hayward, Director, The British Pilgrimage Trust
New Roots: Empowering Young Voices and Diverse Futures in Farming
A practical workshop exploring how to open up land, knowledge and opportunities for the next generation of diverse farmers.
Jamie Fielden, Founder and CEO, Jamie’s Farm
Organic Farm Walk with David and Luke Wilson
Five years into the farm’s organic journey, explore how heritage grains, mob grazing and low-input systems are regenerating the land on the farm.
From Orchard to Glass: Ripe Cider’s Regenerative Journey
Join Georgie for a complimentary cider tasting and discover how Ripe Cider is building a thriving, regenerative business rooted in tradition and ecology.
Georgie Beach, Co-Founder, Ripe Cider
We are continuously updating our programme, stay tuned for announcements and email tom@arkce.com if you have an idea you want to discuss
2025 Programme at a Glance
09.00 Water Source Pilgrimage Walk with Guy Hayward
10.00 Tea & Coffee
10.45 Opening Keynotes
11.15 Panel Sessions
12.00 Panel Sessions & Farm Tour 1
13.00 Lunch on the lawn with a special guest chef
14.15 Panels, Workshops & Farm Tour 2
17.15 Closing Keynote & Remarks
17.30 Bar, Live Music & Entertainment
21.00 Event Closes
Join us at Ark Summit 2025—where ideas take root, and action begins. Get your ticket here today
Key sessions Overview
Ark Summit 2025: Finding the Future
Bridging Debates | Financing Change | Leading Regeneration
Ark Summit 2025 will tackle some of the biggest questions in sustainable agriculture and land management:
Bridging Debates: Aligning perspectives on organic vs. regenerative farming, land sharing vs. land sparing, and sustainable food systems.
Financing Change: Unlocking capital for farmers, land stewards, and ecosystem restoration.
Leading the Regenerative Transition: Empowering the next generation of change-makers in food, farming, and conservation.
Keynote Speech: The Spirit of the Land
Dr. Rupert Sheldrake will explore the deep connections between soul, mind, and land, offering a spiritual perspective on our relationship with nature. In a world focused on the functional aspects of farming, land use, policy, and often polarised debate, his address will bring a reflective dimension—reminding us that the future of food and land is not just a technical challenge, but a spiritual and ecological one.
Rupert Sheldrake, Scientist, Biologist & Author
Panel: Viva La Revolution: How Are Our Leaders Spurring Mass Adoption of Sustainable Agriculture?Join us as we explore pivotal initiatives from leaders in sustainable, organic, and regenerative agriculture. We will examine how these efforts foster consensus among key stakeholders—policymakers, consumers, the media, retailers, the supply chain, and educators—to promote sustainable, organic, regenerative farming. Drawing on successful initiatives, we aim to create a cohesive narrative that highlights current achievements and outlines a clear path forward for sustainable agriculture.
Helen Browning, CEO, Soil Association
Guy Singh-Watson, Founder, Riverford Organic Farmers
Dr Charlie Taverner, Policy Lead Farming Futures, FFCC
Sarah Langford, Author, Rooted
Panel: Green is Good - Empowering Sustainable and Regenerative Farming Through Innovative Financing. As the demand for sustainable agriculture increases, green financing becomes essential in supporting farmers transitioning to sustainable and regenerative practices. This panel will explore various financial instruments and incentives available to farmers, including grants, low-interest loans, and tax incentives aimed at promoting eco-friendly farming methods. Collaborative green financing and landowner discounts for tenants for environmentally friendly behaviour will also be discussed.
Adele Jones, Executive Director, Sustainable Food Trust
Tom Cackett, Director, Food & Farming, Savills
Tim Field, Co-Founder, North East Cotswold Farmer Cluster
Panel: Shining a Light on the UK's Farming Pioneers: Leading the Way in Organic, Regenerative and Agroecological Agriculture. Across the UK, farmers are at the forefront of transforming food systems through regenerative and agroecological practices, adapting to regional challenges and pioneering a more sustainable future. This session brings together a panel of young and innovative farmers who are leading the charge in improving soil health, water resilience, biodiversity, and farming profitability through sustainable methods. We’ll explore how these forward-thinking farmers are integrating nature-based solutions, tackling climate challenges such as flooding and soil degradation, and leveraging new market opportunities to support financially viable, ecologically sound farming.
Ed Horton, Regenerative Farmer & Managing Partner, SS Horton & Sons
Annie Landless, Farm & Enterprise Manager, Ampney Brook Farm
Ben Andrews – Agroecological Farmer
Sophie Gregory, Dairy Farmer, Home Farm
Moderator: Jonty Brunyee, Agroecological Farmer, Conygree Farm
With a Little Help from My Friends: Building Bridges Between Organic, Regenerative, Rewilding, and Nature-Based Solutions to Reclaim Agriculture and Natural Capital This session explores the alignment of organic, regenerative, rewilding, and nature-based solutions (NBS) as essential forces in reclaiming agriculture and restoring natural capital. While each approach brings a distinct perspective—ranging from sustainable food production to wilderness restoration—they share key goals, including enhancing biodiversity, revitalizing ecosystems, and safeguarding natural resources. Positioned as a bridge, NBS offers a flexible framework that integrates with both organic farming and rewilding, helping to unite these movements and harness their combined potential to counter conventional, extractive agriculture. Key debates—such as organic vs. regenerative farming and land-sharing vs. land-sparing—will be explored and reconciled.
Patrick Holden, Founder & CEO, Sustainable Food Trust
David Wilson, Director, Earthtime
Molly Biddell, Head of Natural Capital at Knepp Estate
Beyond the Buzzwords: Benchmarking Regenerative Farming and Avoiding Greenwashing
We explore the findings of a new farmer-led survey by Farmers Guardian designed to define what ‘regenerative’ truly means in practice. We’ll examine how to set meaningful benchmarks, identify impact, and guard against farmwashing and greenwashing as the movement grows.
Olivia Midgley, Editorial Director, Farmers Guardian
Outdoor Workshops & Nature walks
Join us on the lawn and in the fields for a series of interactive workshops and walks that connect soil, story, and regeneration.
Water Source Pilgrimage Walk with Dr Guy Hayward
Begin the day with a guided walk to a nearby spring, reconnecting with land, story and spirit through song, silence and shared intention.
Dr Guy Hayward, Director, The British Pilgrimage Trust
New Roots: Empowering Young Voices and Diverse Futures in Farming
A practical workshop exploring how to open up land, knowledge and opportunities for the next generation of diverse farmers.
Jamie Fielden, Founder and CEO, Jamie’s Farm
Organic Farm Walk with David and Luke Wilson
Five years into the farm’s organic journey, explore how heritage grains, mob grazing and low-input systems are regenerating the land on the farm.
From Orchard to Glass: Ripe Cider’s Regenerative Journey
Join Georgie for a complimentary cider tasting and discover how Ripe Cider is building a thriving, regenerative business rooted in tradition and ecology.
Georgie Beach, Co-Founder, Ripe Cider
We are continuously updating our programme, stay tuned for announcements and email tom@arkce.com if you have an idea you want to discuss
2025 Programme at a Glance
09.00 Water Source Pilgrimage Walk with Guy Hayward
10.00 Tea & Coffee
10.45 Opening Keynotes
11.15 Panel Sessions
12.00 Panel Sessions & Farm Tour 1
13.00 Lunch on the lawn with a special guest chef
14.15 Panels, Workshops & Farm Tour 2
17.15 Closing Keynote & Remarks
17.30 Bar, Live Music & Entertainment
21.00 Event Closes
Join us at Ark Summit 2025—where ideas take root, and action begins. Get your ticket here today
