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We have small round hay bales for sale. These were cut in September/October last year from species-rich meadows at Brook. Suitable for horses, cows, sheep, goats. Our Galloways love them. £6 per bale.
They are stored in a barn near Buckfastleigh Moor.
Contact kevincox@puna.co.uk or 07710 758676

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