Our Services
Boltham Downs Grass-Fed Beef Tallow Skincare
From paddock to skin, our tallow skincare range is made with the same care, intention, and integrity as our food.
Our balms and soaps are crafted using grass-fed beef tallow rendered from our own or local cattle — a traditional, time honoured ingredient valued for its deeply nourishing and protective qualities. Rich in naturally occurring vitamins and fatty acids, tallow closely mirrors the structure of human skin, allowing it to absorb easily and support the skin’s natural barrier.
Simple. Honest. Effective.
We believe skincare should be as clean and uncomplicated as the food we grow. That’s why our products are made in small batches using minimal, thoughtfully chosen ingredients — free from synthetic fragrances, preservatives, and unnecessary additives.
Each product is designed to soothe, protect, and restore hardworking skin, making it suitable for everyday use by the whole family.
Rooted in WholeAnimal Use
Using tallow is part of our commitment to respectful, wholeanimal farming. By turning what was once a forgotten byproduct into something deeply beneficial, we honour the animal and reduce waste — a practice that aligns with our values of sustainability and stewardship.
Handmade in Small Batches
Our tallow balms and soaps are handcrafted in small batches to ensure quality, consistency, and freshness. Because we produce in limited quantities, availability may vary throughout the year.
Grass-Fed Highland Beef
Paddock to Plate
Our beef begins with the Highland — an ancient cattle breed renowned for flavour, resilience, and exceptional meat quality. Traditionally, pure Highland cattle take longer to mature, making them less suited to modern commercial systems. Rather than compromise on quality, we’ve chosen a thoughtful alternative.
By crossing our Highland bull, Oscar, with our Murray Grey cows, we produce a unique Highland influenced beef that delivers the best of both worlds: the rich flavour and hardiness of Highland cattle, with the efficient grass-fed finishing of a commercial breed.
Our cattle are raised slowly and naturally on pasture, grass fed and grass finished, just as nature intended.
Local. Ethical. Small Batch.
Once ready, our beef is processed at a local abattoir and packaged by a local butcher, keeping food miles to an absolute minimum and supporting regional businesses every step of the way. Our herd is intentionally small, allowing us to focus on animal welfare, land stewardship, and exceptional quality rather than volume.
The result is bespoke, limited release beef — tender, flavoursome, and produced with care from paddock to plate.
Limited Availability
Because of our small herd size, opportunities to purchase our Highland beef are limited.
To register your interest, please email
bolthamdowns@gmail.com
Our next grass-fed and grass-finished Highland beef will be available Spring 2026.
SprayFree Seasonal Vegetables
On our farm, we eat with the seasons and rely largely on vegetables grown right here in our own patch. What we grow for ourselves is exactly what we offer to our community — fresh, honest food raised with care and intention.
We don’t use herbicides, pesticides, or chemical fertilisers. Instead, we focus on building healthy, living soil — rich in organic matter and microbial life — so the vegetables grown from it are naturally resilient and nutrient dense.
Pest control is managed the way nature intended. Through companion planting and encouraging beneficial predator insects, we work with the ecosystem rather than disrupting it with sprays. This balanced approach supports plant health while protecting the life in and around our gardens.
Our produce is harvested seasonally and made available through our website and local markets. We’re particularly well known locally for our sweet red onions and large, pungent garlic, grown slowly for flavour rather than speed.
What’s Available:
Fresh produce list coming soon!
Highland Cattle for Sale
Boltham Downs
Boltham Downs is a registered Highland cattle breeder with the Australian Highland Cattle Society. From time to time, we have Highland cattle available for sale to approved pet homes only.
Our cattle are raised quietly and respectfully, with a strong focus on temperament, handling, and overall wellbeing. All animals leaving our farm are well handled and familiar with people, making them well suited to life as muchloved paddock pets.
What’s Included
Each animal sold from Boltham Downs leaves with a comprehensive memory package, documenting their life on the farm so far.
Where animals are eligible for registration, this package will also include:
DNA testing
Registration documentation submitted to the Australian Highland Cattle Society
This ensures transparency, traceability, and peace of mind for new owners.
Availability
As a small, considered breeder, availability is limited and varies throughout the year. If you’re interested in welcoming a Highland into your paddock, we’re happy to discuss suitability and answer any questions. Contact Us
Spelling & Holiday Horse Agistment
Boltham Downs
At Boltham Downs, we offer calm, low stress spelling and holiday agistment in a peaceful farm setting where horses can truly switch off.
Our agistment paddocks provide space to move, rest, and reset, making them ideal for horses needing time out from work, a seasonal spell, or short term care while you’re away. We take a considered, small scale approach, ensuring each horse receives attentive care in a relaxed, natural environment.
Agistment Inclusions
Secure paddocks with safe Equimesh fencing
Unlimited access to quality hay if required
Low stress, pasture based environment
Small numbers to maintain pasture health and individual wellbeing
With a strong focus on animal welfare and land stewardship, we aim to provide agistment that supports both physical recovery and mental wellbeing — the way spelling should be.
Availability is limited, as we intentionally keep numbers low to ensure quality care and healthy pastures.
Contact us for pricing and current availability
Self Contained Farm Camping
Boltham Downs
Experience a peaceful farm stay at Boltham Downs, surrounded by open paddocks, fresh air, and the quiet rhythm of country life. Our self contained camping sites offer a relaxed, low key setting for those seeking a simple and respectful on farm stay.
We have two camping sites available, located next to each other, making them ideal for friends or family travelling together. Stays are limited to a maximum of three nights, allowing us to maintain the tranquillity of the farm and the quality of the experience.
What’s Included
Two spacious, self-contained camping sites
15 amp power available
Quiet farm setting with easy access
Dogs welcome on lead at all times
Campers must have their own toilet, as no amenities are provided on site.
Dogs & Exercise
Well behaved dogs are welcome, provided they remain on lead at all times while on the farm. For off lead exercise, a large, dedicated dog exercise area is available for hire at the adjacent farm, offering a safe space for dogs to run and play.
Bookings
All bookings are made via the Farm Camping Host website - Coming soon. In the meantime contact us at bolthamdowns@gmail.com.