Old Lands, a historic family estate in Monmouthshire, has a rich legacy spanning two centuries. The Bosanquet family, who have stewarded this land for generations, adhere to time-honoured green principles — a deliberate pace of change and a keen awareness of consequences. Their story unfolds against the backdrop of a landscape steeped in history and ecological wisdom. The main sandstone house once accommodated a large Victorian family and staff, reflecting an era of practicality. Now it hosts guests, though the family’s commitment to sustainability remains unwavering. Solar water heating, a walled garden yielding vegetables and fruits, beehives for pollination, and chickens for recycling leftovers—all these practices echo their dedication to self-sufficiency and mindful living. Behind all of this is a commitment to regenerative farming, and guests here benefit from this ecological ethos, with delicious homegrown, homemade meals, a slower rhythm of life, a forest school for kids and acres and acres of wilder nature to explore and enjoy. Beyond Old Lands, Raglan Castle lies a mere ten-minute drive away, while the enchanting Forest of Dean beckons half an hour beyond. And for food enthusiasts, lunch at The Bell at Skenfrith or a vineyard tour at Ancre Hill are delightful options. The Chapel in Abergavenny, just twelve miles distant, awaits those seeking spiritual solace.
