Traditional mole catcher

02/04/2026

02/04/2026

A perfect end to a good job on a hill farm. 76 moles taken off the land, things are slowing.

09/03/2026

Another farm job started today. Checked 2 traps on way back to car. 1 caught.

08/03/2026

A West Country Mole Catcher c1895. The term “mole” is believed to originate from the Middle English word "mouldwarp," which literally translates to "earth-thrower."

During the 18th century, every parish in England employed mole-catchers to manage the mole population. The skill required for this task was so specialized that mole-catchers often earned more than surgeons. They closely guarded their catching techniques, typically passing them down only to their children.

06/03/2026

Another good job done this week. Two doubles and 30 moles in total taken off the farmers land. And perfect weather for it!

17/02/2026

Started another farm job today. The sun was out!! Just makes things a bit better.

15/02/2026

10 off a job today. Lifted before the rain started!

03/02/2026

A small section of the land I’m working on. The moles are getting busy here.