Farmer Neil Young came up with a blooming good idea when he decided to bring a smile to people's faces. For his acres of giant, golden sunflowers when in full bloom, the fields of bright yellow are a truly stunning sight. And for the past four years, he has made thousands of people happy - and raised thousands of pounds for charity - by giving the public access to his Field of Dreams.
This year the father-of-three, who farms at Crummock Bank Farm, Waverton, near Wigton, saw around 15,000 visitors flock through his farmgate last weekend to take in the breathtaking view that is a treat for the senses.
"I can remember the fields of sunflowers when I went to France at the age of 18 to judge Charolais cattle and they always make me happy. My daughters Evie, 12, Millie, 11 and Elsie, seven, persuaded me to grow some."
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