Summer doesn't let up on a working estate or farm. The workload shifts but it doesn't shrink, and your team still needs kit that performs through long days, changeable weather, and the physical demands that come with the season. Getting everyone properly sorted before the summer workload peaks is the kind of decision that pays off all the way through to August.
Why Summer Kit Still Has to Work Hard
There's a temptation to think warm weather means fewer clothing demands. On an estate or working farm, that's rarely true. From pen checks and release site work to silage runs, livestock checks, and general land management, your team is outdoors for long stretches, often moving between shaded ground and open fields. Breathability becomes as important as durability, and lightweight construction matters just as much as weather resistance.
The Pieces Worth Getting Right
A well-outfitted summer team doesn't need a wardrobe overhaul, but a few key pieces make a real difference across keepering and farming roles:
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Lightweight, breathable trousers: Something that handles rough ground, bramble, and farm yard without trapping heat. Ripstop or treated canvas weights work well for both keepering duties and daily farm work.
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Short-sleeve and roll-sleeve shirts: Practical and cooler than a mid-layer, but still hardwearing enough for long days outdoors.
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A packable waterproof: British summers don't stay dry. A lightweight layer that packs down small is worth having on every team member, whatever the role.
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Reliable footwear: Whether it's a lighter boot for drier spells or a mid-height option that still handles wet ground, foot support stays important regardless of season.
- Sun protection layers: Lightweight long-sleeve options for tick country, exposed hillsides, and open farmland are often overlooked but genuinely useful through the summer months.
Outfitting the Team as a Whole
Whether you're managing estate staff or a farm team, coordinating workwear around a few core categories keeps things practical without overcomplicating the order. Focus on durability and breathability across the range, and choose pieces that shift between tasks without needing a kit change mid-day.
Summer is also a good time to assess what didn't last from last season and replace it ahead of the busier autumn period.
Browse the ArdMoor gamekeeping and farming collections to find hardwearing, breathable kit built for estate and farm work through every month of the year.