Discover the joyful debut novel from Clare Balding, perfect for anyone dreaming of a fresh start. Pastures New is a funny, sensitive, and insightful story following Alex, who unexpectedly inherits a crumbling sheep farm in rural Wales. Armed with minimal farming knowledge and the company of a wary Welsh terrier, Alex begins to uncover the secrets behind her inheritance, leading to a celebration of new beginnings and community.

Key Features & Benefits

• A joyful celebration of new beginnings, community, and self-discovery.
• Praised as funny, heartwarming, and emotive by readers.
• Features a wonderful setting and special characters in a tight-knit community.
• Written by Clare Balding, whose book was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2025-09-22.

Synopsis

Alex's life plan takes an unexpected turn when she inherits a dilapidated sheep farm deep in Wales. Navigating the challenges with only an 'Idiot’s Guide to Farming' and a skeptical Welsh terrier, she delves into the mysteries of her new property. The novel explores whether Alex will flee the unexpected responsibility or realize she has finally landed where she belongs.

Specifications

• Author: Clare Balding
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 400 pages
• Publication Date: September 24, 2026
• ISBN-10: 0008607052
• ISBN-13: 978-0008607050
• Dimensions: 129 x 198 x 21mm
• Weight: 270g
• Publisher: HarperCollins

If you are looking for a feel-good read filled with warmth and down-to-earth storytelling, pick up Pastures New today.