The beef of Highland Cows is prized for its quality, flavor, and nutritional benefits. Highland cattle are slow-growing and naturally reared, which enhances the quality of their meat. Here are a few reasons why Highland beef is highly sought after:

• Lean and Healthy: Due to their ability to stay warm with their thick coats rather than relying on body fat, Highland cattle produce meat that is naturally lean yet tender.

• Rich Flavor: Highland beef is known for its distinctive, slightly sweet, and rich flavor due to the cattle’s natural grazing diet.

• High in Omega-3 and Protein: Compared to many other beef breeds, Highland beef contains higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and protein while being lower in cholesterol.

Let's get 'back to wholesome' this Autumn! Halloween at Jacksons farm - a refreshing way to spend a family day out.

How to get up close to Highland Cows if you’re staying in Edinburgh!
Includes - all the info on how to Jacksons at Jedburgh by public ransport

Unless we can get a baby sitter and actually muster enough energy to leave the house then gone are the late-night parties, dancing and fireworks. It doesn’t mean all the fun is gone though - a couple of years ago I had a lightbulb idea and born was our annual ‘Family Balloon Countdown’, an easy New years eve activity for families to enjoy together.

A Highland Cow Experience is a truly unique Christmas gift for 2023. Treat someone you love to a hands on experience with these beautiful animals

Beginning first as a little group of friends in the farm house kitchen, I’ve been running wreath workshops on our family farm each December since 2018. After having to take a break from workshops in 2022 after having a new baby the year before and basically burning myself out (It’s all a learning curve!) I’m thrilled to announce that my beloved Christmas wreath workshops are making a triumphant return for 2023!

Thrilled to welcome families to join us for an unforgettable autumn adventure in 2023 that captures the essence of Halloween in the most delightful way. For the entire month of October, Jacksons at Jedburgh Farm undergoes a magical transformation. a heartwarming and child-friendly Halloween experience, you can trust that your visit will be full of joy and excitement.

Family life is hectic enough without running a farm and a visitor attraction too. Throw in a blended family and you’ve just jumped straight into chaos

As authentic a farm experience as you can get without having to do a full days graft. With pigs, chickens, sheep, Highland cows and goats to get up close to and feed you’re not short of entertainment during your visit. The play area is a down to earth, low key, paradise that encourages peaceful and imaginative play in an idyllic location.

No longer are there bleeting lambs waiting for milk at the back door when I come down of a morning and no empty feeding bottles sitting abandoned on the farmhouse windowsill. Lambing time 2023 is officially over

With most activities being no extra charge to your normal farm entry you're in for happy pockets, happy kids AND an unforgettable summer adventure that will create cherished memories for years to come!

It’s truly a magical experience for both us as a family to share and those visiting the farm to enjoy.

What we offer at the farm for families who have children or relatives with additional needs and why we’re passionate about it

A visit to the Highland Cows at Jacksons at Jedburgh, an unforgettable experience.

During your visit you'll have the opportunity to feed the cows, learn all about them and get up close for that all important selfie

Soon the Jackson family will be opening up their farm to visitors for the 2023 season. Kicking off on the 1st of April what better way to get to know what farming is all about than to visit during lambing time!