Lane End Farm Trust is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the Peak District National Park in North Derbyshire. We provide a simple environment of real quality where disabled and disadvantaged young people can be at one with nature and connect with their surroundings and our animals.

We cater for young people from all walks of life with learning difficulties and behavioural problems. We currently work with children and young people from the ages of 11 to 25 years however would consider younger children in exceptional circumstances. When considering applications from agencies or individuals we always consider the needs of every young person in offering placements, taking into account any disability, learning or behavioural need, in order that they are placed within a learning group and environment where they will feel safe and their individual needs can be met. 

We offer placements that require one to one supervision or a carer to be in attendance. Every application for a placement at Lane End Farm Trust will be carefully considered and planned in order to ensure that the individual needs of the young person are met.

Young people are helped through the provision of excellent outdoor farm activities as well as horticultural projects, and personal development is encouraged through interaction with our staff, other young people and the animals. We offer educational opportunities through AQA and DART. We work closely with local schools to provide a unique and enriching experiences for our service users and maintain positive relationships with professionals within educational and social care.

All of our staff, volunteers and Trustees are D.B.S. certified and we are fully compliant with Government requirements and legislation, including Safeguarding, Prevent, Health & Safety, and, of course, meet all insurance requirements. Risk assessments, policies & procedures are available on the website or on request.

The Trust currently has three Trustees who bring a wealth of personal and professional experience and are heavily involved in the running of the Trust and ensuring that it continues to run smoothly. Carol Sharp is a qualified and practicing Child Protection Social Worker, Di Cooper is a retired teacher and Elaine Harrison is a local Farmer.