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Aug22202622–23 August 2026
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Orchard Open Days, August 22nd/23rd

Apple HQ, Shepton Montague, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8JW | 10:00am - 8:00pm
Dowding’s will be having an “Open Orchard” weekend, on 22nd/23rd August, from 10a.m. to 8p.m.   There are 15 acres of organically managed apple trees, the majority being eating apples. There will be plenty to see and probably scrump!   There will be a display of birds of prey by the Pitcombe Rock Falconry. They rescue and rehabilitate birds of prey of all sizes and breeds.   There is no entrance fee, but we ask that you make a donation to the falconry when you are here. They may be offering buggy rides around the orchards. If the weather is be wet or extremely windy the falconry may not be here.   Food will be on offer, provided by a visiting caterer. This should be available between 11.a.m. and 7p.m.   There may be other people selling their wares.   There will be plenty of drinks to buy, both to consume on the day or take home. We look forward to welcoming everybody.   Finally, please note the address and don’t follow Google Maps to end up at our house!!
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May102026

Somerset Day (Weekend)

Apple HQ, Shepton Montague, BA9 8JW | 10:00am - 8:00pm

We will having an open weekend, 9th and 10th May, to celebrate Somerset Day – which falls on Monday 11th May.

From 10a.m. to 8p.m. you can come and wander among the trees, many still with blossom on them.

We will have a presence here from the Pitcombe Rock Falconry for part of the time, displaying birds of prey and explaining about their work in rescue and rehabilitation.

Catering will be by Desi Cafe with Indian style fare on Saturday, while on Sunday Kate – The Intuitive Chef – will have a great spread of options, with a good apple theme throughout.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Please note that the entrance is by the cross-roads in Shepton Montague, BA9 8JW.

Dowdings somerset day 2026

May092026

Somerset Day (weekend)

Apple HQ, Shepton Montague, BA9 8JW | 10:00am - 8:00pm

We will having an open weekend, 9th and 10th May, to celebrate Somerset Day – which falls on Monday 11th May.

From 10a.m. to 8p.m. you can come and wander among the trees, many still with blossom on them.

We will have a presence here from the Pitcombe Rock Falconry for part of the time, displaying birds of prey and explaining about their work in rescue and rehabilitation.

Catering will be by Desi Cafe with Indian style fare on Saturday, while on Sunday Kate – The Intuitive Chef – will have a great spread of options, with a good apple theme throughout.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Please note that the entrance is by the cross-roads in Shepton Montague, BA9 8JW.

Dowdings somerset day 2026

Apr262026
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Blossom Weekend

Apple HQ, Shepton Montague, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8JW | 10:00am - 8:00pm

April 25th and 26th, 10 to 8 each day. We look forward to welcoming you in the orchards with lots of beautiful blossom to see, walks to be enjoyed in the orchards, birds of prey to see and interact with (weather permitting) and food to enjoy. This event marks the start of National Cider Week.

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Apr252026
Blossom day 26 poster

Blossom Weekend

Apple HQ, Shepton Montague, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8JW | 10:00am - 8:00pm

April 25th and 26th, 10 to 8 each day.

We look forward to welcoming you in the orchards with lots of beautiful blossom to see, walks to be enjoyed in the orchards, birds of prey to see and interact with (weather permitting) and food to enjoy.

This event marks the start of National Cider Week.

 

 

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