Warren Farms

Located right off of South Battlefield, closest corner Hillwell/Peaceful Rd, Warren Farms is a strawberry u-pick farm run by a wonderful family, the Warrens. They are known for their "Tink's Berries", lovingly named after the man who started it all, who has since passed on. After the devastating loss of the head of the family, his wife, children and grandchildren revived the farm last year and brought back the berries that everyone in the community so sorely missed! They grow (don't quote me on it) three types of strawberries. You can pick them yourself or they also have strawberries already picked ready for purchase at the shack by the entrance (obviously at a premium). My children and I love to pick the berries ourselves, the fun is as much the hunt as it is eating them! What I LOVE about this farm: 1. the Warrens are such a warm and welcoming family2. they don't spray anything on the berries (so you can taste test them right on the field ;) and don't worry, it's encouraged, so don't be embarrassed if you show up with your kids stained with strawberry juice when checking out haha3. the berries have their own unique character and shape. We love looking for what others would call misfits and the smaller ones are tastier too in my opinion. Just be warned, because they are not sprayed with any chemicals, if you don't plan to eat them the day of when it has been picked, put them in the fridge! Some things to note:- the entrance to the farm is actually on Peaceful Rd, marked with the archway sign "Warren Farms"- if you've ever been to Chubbie's Pumpkin Patch, the location might be familiar as they lease the land to them in the Fall- plenty of parking on site, but be warned, it's not paved- depending on the weather, if it has rained or not, I, always by default, wear rain boots (to any farm for that matter), because some patches may be muddy or have puddles of rainwater- they take cash or credit- they also have bottles of water for sale and pots of flower plants are available for purchase too- artwork around the farm was done by a family friend- a food trailer and special events like cookouts are in the works (the container painted with the characters behind the berry shack is equipped with a kitchen)- some local businesses incorporate their berries in their products and offeringsGet out there and enjoy the sunshine and pick some strawberries. It'll be a berry good time! hahahaStay safe, Friends!

I had never heard of Warren Farms, so when a YEE came up AND my physical therapist mentioned it, I knew I had to check it out. Disclaimer - I've also never been to Chubby's so I passed the entrance twice before I found it. The farm is HUGE and easy to see from Battlefield, but the entrance is actually on Peaceful Rd, very close to Battlefield. There is ample parking (non-paved) and a well-marked walkway to the field entrance and farm stand.I didn't think I would be able to attend the YEE and ended up being free the same day (I had already canceled my RSVP so went just as a plain ole customer) and I brought my daughter around 5pm on Sunday for some picking. As I mentioned, the fields are expansive! I had my bucket weighed and asked the attendant if she recommended a good spot. She said her favorites were way out - the Chandler variety I believe - and we set out. She also very kindly let us know that "sampling was encouraged!" My toddler sure loved hearing that!She sent us in the right direction, that's for sure. Within 15 minutes, our bucket was filled to overflowing with ripe, sweet berries! It almost hurt my heart to leave so many berries - nearly overripe - untouched. We simply don't have the space for freezing and I don't have the skills for canning, but would definitely recommend visiting this farm if you have one or the other! Our large bucket was about $14 ($3.29/lb). My daughter was ready to eat as soon as we got home. We got plenty for eating this week and enough to make a strawberry pie for dessert. I'm so glad I was guided to Warren Farms. I look forward to returning at least once more this season and again in years to come!

I love strawberries. Warden farms is a cozy family owned farm that brings me back to my childhood of strawberry picking next to a road but still feel like I am somewhere else. I get so engrossed with finding that perfect ginormous berry that nothing else matters. The prices are reasonable and the atmosphere laid back. No rush. Today it was overcast so it was perfect for me and the kiddos. No complaints of it being too hot. No bugs to bug me. The family running it is so friendly and nice. I usually don't get to chatty but it was easy to engage in conversation with them. I also got a large jar of strawberry jam. I haven't had a chance to try it yet but I am sure it will be delicious. The berries we picked were sweet and soft( grocery store ones tend to have a bit of a spring) You know what I am talking about. I added the buttercups cause they also reminded me of when I was kid and how it could predict how much butter I loved.

berries were not very flavorful. probably due to the blood of the poor animals this family allowed to be chopped up with the trees on their property.

Literally the best strawberries I've ever tasted (not exaggerating ). So sweet and plump and juicy... just so dang flavorful! We went on a Tuesday afternoon and it wasn't busy. There's still plenty of strawberries to pick so we'll be going back for sure