Cotmarsh Tannery CIC has been awarded funding to create the UK’s first micro-scale vegetable tannery for cattle hides, alongside an educational space promoting regenerative systems in food, fashion, by Leatherbiz.

The project is backed by the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) fund through the North Wessex Downs National Landscape.

This initiative builds on a decade of sustainable farming and craft innovation by founders James and Katie Allen. Their vision integrates farm-raised hides into ethical fashion and fosters education on regenerative practices.

The FiPL funding, bolstered by local support and strong community backing, highlights the significance of these projects for the region and beyond. Cotmarsh Tannery CIC is now set to deliver transformative benefits for sustainable farming and crafts in the UK.