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The Gay Farmer olive oil is easily the best I have ever tasted. I love Mark's story of how it came about, and the personal touch of a handwritten card with my order. When the oil arrived, despite bein... See more
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I am a big fan of this oil, such great flavours and versatility. Supporting small producers like The Gay Farmer is important to me, especially with a product of this quality. My package arrived within... See more
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Met the gay farmer at a Christmas fair very informative , Jan ; Brought online 2 bottles of organic olive oil one for myself and one for a friend , great quality olive oil , service was efficient a... See more
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- #2 of 4 best companies in Olive Oil Producer
- #8 of 61 best companies in Food products supplier
- #2 of 29 best companies in Grocery Store
- #12 of 85 best companies in Health food shop
- #4 of 26 best companies in Organic Food Shop
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THE GAY FARMERS STORY The idea for The Gay Farmer came in the beginning of 2008 after doing my first olive harvest on my mother’s small farm in Moratalla, north west Murcia in Spain. The oil from our harvest tasted wonderful and the idea came to import to the UK and sell to local delis, wholefood and grocery stores. The word spread amongst my friends and, being a gay man, they teased me with, “so what are you now then dear “The Gay Farmer?” The Gay Farmer was born! After 7 harvests with the local Mill and an ever-increasing knowledge of Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, I made the decision, on my birthday, in February 2019 whilst at our farm to switch Olive Mills to one of the finest and oldest family run Organic mills in the country. After 6 generations at Cortijo El Tobazo, since 1850 no less, the family produce one of the finest Multi Award Winning Early Harvest Picual Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oils available, which cannot be beaten on quality or flavour. Their organic and bio diversity principles are second to none, resulting in an Olive forest, where the land is not rotavated, leaving a sea of green goodness for 197 different species of fauna and flora as nature intended. The Olive Mill is situated at the centre of a 1500-acre estate, ensuring the olives are from tree to press in less than 3 hours to limit oxidization. This preserves maximum health benefits and flavour. Roll on to 2024 and I Qualified as a Olive Oil Sommelier after a intensive course with the Olive Oil Times Education Lab, tasting 100s of oils and learning an in-depth knowledge from cultivation to the finished packaged product, from the leading experts in the world and meeting wonderful like-minded people in the process. 2024 also saw our biggest change in our 12 year history, with shockingly bad harvests across the Mediterranean basin in 2023 we decided to bring another Organic Mill into the fold and change our original classic from an Arbequina & Picual to 100% Arbequina. Along with our premium Early Harvest Picual From Jaen Andalucia we really are offering some of the finest Organic EVOO around. We also have plans to bring to you more Organic EVOO in the very near future with an emphasis on Organic, Single Variety, Quality and Sustainability. At the end of December 2024 we updated our queer cans to include a £1 donation for every can sold for the wonderful akt charity, who's mission is to ensure that every LGBTQ+ 16-25 year old facing homelessness or a hostile living environment has a safe place to live. So that is the story so far, all that is left to say is “Enjoy”, The Gay Farmer, Multi Award Winning Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oils at their finest and as they should be, whilst caring and respecting others and this beautiful planet we live on for generations to come...
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4 Spa Arch Lane, SE16 3AG, London, United Kingdom
- hello@thegayfarmer.co.uk
- thegayfarmer.com
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I love this product and the ethos of…
I love this product and the ethos of the company and they are local to me, delivery is always very swift
15 January 2026
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Anthea ,
Thank you so much for your kind words and 5 star review.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Excellent olive oil and customer service
The Gay Farmer olive oil is easily the best I have ever tasted. I love Mark's story of how it came about, and the personal touch of a handwritten card with my order. When the oil arrived, despite being carefully packaged and labelled "fragile", one can was dented. I contacted Mark to inform him, he very kindly sent m a replacement can straight away. A much appreciated gesture. Thanks Mark!
9 January 2026
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Janet,
Thank you very much for your kind words and for your understanding regarding the damaged can. We always strive to resolve any issues swiftly and ensure our customers are taken care of as quickly as possible.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Well packaged and arrived promptly
Well packaged and arrived promptly. Will certainly use them again. The oil is delicious. Will use the company again.
31 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Shirley,
Thank you so much for your 5 star review and kind words.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
The product was fantastic
The product was fantastic, and the communication and customer support were excellent. I would certainly purchase from them again.
11 January 2026
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Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you so much for your very kind words of support.
Wishing you the most wonderful year ahead.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Irene,
Thank you so much for the 5 star review.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Wow !
From the moment of delivery in wonderful packing .. thought out design I knew it was going to be good .. but it was even better the quality and taste of olive was in fact truly outstanding.
31 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Owen,
Thank you so much for your outstanding and heartwarming review. Feedback like yours makes everything we do worthwhile.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Very fast delivery and good packaging
Very fast delivery and good packaging.
I found the organic extra virgin olive oil at a local market. It is the best olive oil I have ever tasted and had to buy more for myself and also for Christmas presents.
Very impressed with product and service
14 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Gabrielle,
Thank you so much for your kind words; we couldn't agree more. Extra Virgin Olive Oil truly is the perfect gift for Christmas, birthdays, dinner parties, housewarmings, and all other occasions.
Wishing you the most wonderful year ahead. Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Our family’s favourite olive oil plus…
Our family’s favourite olive oil plus great service and delivery.
22 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Sigourney,
Thank you so much for your kind words; they mean everything to us.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and wonderful New Year.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Very fast delivery
Very fast delivery. Haven’t actually sampled the contents yet, but tried the oil at the Maltings Christmas fair in Farnham and liked it. 😁
16 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Anne,
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Wishing you the most magical Christmas and Happy New Year.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
The oil is superb and the service from…
The oil is superb and the service from Mark to deliver a large order to me was above and beyond.
3 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Claire,
Thank you so much for your very kind words and lovely order, your team are in for a lovely treat this Christmas.
Wishing you and all the most wonderful Christmas and merry New Year.
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Amanda,
Thank you so much for the 5 star review.
Wishing you the most wonderful Christmas and merry New Year.
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Brilliant oil and great service
Really prompt delivery and personalised service plus its just the best Olive Oil. Thoroughly recommend
1 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Susie,
Thank you so much for your lovely words.
Wishing you the most wonderful Christmas and merry New Year.
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Tina.
Thank you so much for your 5 star review.
Wishing you the most wonderful Christmas and merry New Year.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Great communication and customer…
Great communication and customer service and fab product. Would definitely buy from them again.
1 December 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Louise,
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Wishing you the most wonderful Christmas and merry New Year.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Excellent product which is why we came…
Excellent product which is why we came back for 5 more :-)
16 November 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Rob,
Thank you so much for your 5 star review, kind words and amazing support.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Consistent quality and service
Same every year. Top quality product, easy ordering, prompt delivery by a reliable courier. Great value.
30 October 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Robert,
You are to kind, we really do appreciate your amazing support over the years.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark
Lovely product, great service.
Great service, lovely product.
I made a mistake with the delivery address and it was sorted very promptly and a super friendly manner
29 October 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Queenie,
Please know that we are always here to help and committed to rectifying any mistakes. Additionally, we are delighted to offer the option of including handwritten cards with your own personalised message when sending an item as a gift.
Thank you.
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Geoff,
Thank you so much for your kind words and 5 star review.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
I absolutely love The Gay Farmer extra…
I absolutely love The Gay Farmer extra virgin olive oil, absolutely delicious, easy pour and store bottle and the service is always charming
Thank you.
20 October 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Philippa,
Thank you so much for your amazing support, we are more than delighted you enjoy our EVOO so much.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Great Service
Great service. Fast and informative. I will definitely be buying from them again.
17 October 2025
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Terry,
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to your next order.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
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