by Helene Zachrison | Aug 1, 2016 | In progress, Our blog: A city dweller takes over rural life
We are happy and proud that Herresta Lada in 2017 has been granted business support from the EU's rural development program (housing, conference, wedding & party). The support refers to, for example, more attractive external environments and a glazed conference room. We...
by Helene Zachrison | Jul 29, 2016 | In progress, Our blog: A city dweller takes over rural life
Despite a tough spring that was both long and cold, despite all the spraying and monocultures in the nearby agricultural landscapes, despite the fact that several growers in the immediate area have lost several communities (in one case 22 out of 22 cups) - it is delivered quite diligently in our brave. ..
by Helene Zachrison | Jul 25, 2016 | In progress, Our blog: A city dweller takes over rural life
So now the first steps to a more welcoming entrance are in place; two classic gateposts, a privet hedge and an extended grass area are the first steps to spruce up the entrance. So far it looks new and a bit like autumn, but by spring we hope that it sprouts ...
by Helene Zachrison | Jul 25, 2016 | In progress, Our blog: A city dweller takes over rural life
Last year, we were clear winners in the municipality in terms of the proportion of organic ingredients in our café. Ekomatcentrum, in collaboration with Naturskyddsföreningen and Sigtuna municipality, annually conducts a study of the municipality's shops, restaurants, cafés and conference yards. Our ...
by Helene Zachrison | Jul 24, 2016 | In progress, Our blog: A city dweller takes over rural life
So, now it's in place after a long journey. From an old roof that really arched and was about to collapse to a nice, new and stable roof! At the same time, two of the barn walls were also replaced. It is also a very good craft. Cheers for that! Now waiting to ...
by Helene Zachrison | Jul 29, 2015 | In progress, Our blog: A city dweller takes over rural life
As a newcomer to a municipality, it can be a challenge to get to know people and get into the local community. My strategy has been to get involved in association life; The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation, Rotary and Restructuring Sigtuna, the art association in Odensala, the local road association ...