Oxford Sandy and Black
Pigs
Meet Ivy and Fig, our Oxford Sandy and Black pigs! They are one of Britain’s oldest pig breeds. Known for their friendly nature, they have a special reddish colour that has earned them the cute nickname “Plum Pudding Pig”.
Sadly, this breed almost disappeared twice! But thanks to some caring breeders, they have been saved and are still around today, though there aren’t many of them left.
In July 2025, Ivy gave birth to her first litter!
This litter represents an exciting milestone for our farm team. Not only are Oxford Sandy and Blacks one of the oldest native British pig breeds, which are listed as ‘At Risk’ by the RBST, but Ivy’s piglets were born thanks to successful AI methods (artificial insemination), which is a first for our farm.
We can now actively help grow the population of these friendly “Plum Pudding Pigs” as they’re also known. without needing to find a male boar every time.
So it’s a big win for the breed, a happy time for Ivy who can now relax with her babies, and a proud moment for our farming team. Visitors are welcome to come and see Ivy and her piglets in the Children’s Barn. Remember to be calm and quiet around them so mum and babies can rest and bond in peace.
You can see Ivy with her tiny babies in a YouTube video by clicking the image below.
