In 2009, I won a day learning to plough with the Suffolk Punch horses at the museum in a raffle organised by the Friends of Gressenhall, who were raising money to buy new horses. I have been volunteering one day a week ever since.

I help to bring in the horses needed for work that day from the fields, feed and groom them, and harness them in whichever tack is needed. I also feed the livestock and clean out their accommodation.

Two years ago, I was delighted to pass a veterinary medicine course that qualified me to administer medication to domestic livestock when needed.

I talk to visitors about the horses and the work being done on that day, and about Norfolk’s agricultural history.

As a retired special school teacher, I am used to dealing with people I have only just met and am happy to engage with children of all ages. I have also found that my “teacher voice” can be used effectively with a Suffolk Punch that is considering biting me.

I love being outdoors in all weathers. There is something special about this farm, where we are close to the land and we see the seasons come and go.

I love working with the heavy horses, each of which has their own character. I go home exhausted and often filthy, but happy.