Pastures New by Clare Balding

‘Funny, sensitive, and insightful – the perfect book to turn to at the end of a long day’ Bonnie Garmus

The perfect novel for anyone who has ever dreamt of a fresh start…

Alex has unexpectedly inherited a crumbling sheep farm in wildest, wettest Wales.

This was not her life plan. Not at all.

Armed with only An Idiot’s Guide to Farming, and watched by a wary Welsh terrier, Alex sets out to uncover the truth behind her mysterious inheritance.

But as secrets surface, will she pack her bags – or has she landed exactly where she’s meant to be?

A joyful celebration of new beginnings, community – and a very stubborn dog.

READERS LOVE PASTURES NEW:

‘A funny, heartwarming, emotive journey’ ★★★★★

‘This open and down-to-earth story really captured my heart’ ★★★★★

‘A fabulous feel-good read’ ★★★★★

‘The wonderful setting, the very special characters and the vibrant and tight-knit community made this book a very special read indeed’ ★★★★★

‘Fantastic’ ★★★★★

‘Couldn’t put it down’ ★★★★★

Clare Balding's book 'Pastures New' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2025-09-22.