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Apr272024
Blossom Weekend – Open orchard
April 27th is National Blossom Day.
Dowding’s orchards will be open on 27th and 28th April to welcome visitors, between 10a.m. and 8p.m.
You will be welcome whatever the weather.
You can wander among 15 acres of trees (of varying ages from 1 to 30 years old).
There will be hot food created by Bruecurries. Or bring your own picnic. There will be covered space if there is wet weather.
Our friends from Pitcombe Rock Falconry will join us for part of each day with some birds of prey. Weather permitting.
‘ARTinthe’ will be introducing their outdoor art classes for 2024, which will include “Changing seasons in Dowding’s orchards”.
Directions, follow signs to a gate between the crossroads and the pub in Shepton Montague, BA9 8JW. Follow the track round the field where there will be ample parking space. If you have restricted mobility please contact us in advance to enable parking nearer to Apple HQ. There are full toilet facilities.
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Mar302024
Wurzels concert in Frome
We are delighted that our ciders will be available at the Cheese and Grain in Frome on Saturday 30th March for a gig by The Wurzels. We will be setting up our mobile ‘bars’ for the evening!
Tickets can be bought via the Cheese and Grains’ website – linked here.
Feb232024
Lamyatt Village Hall talk on Organic Farming
We will be at this event to support Duncan with his talk on organic farming. We will also have our drinks there for people to enjoy.
Feb182024
Frome Potato and Seed Swap Day
We will be at this event with all of our drinks! It is always interesting and there are lots of talks to attend.
Frome Potato Day and Seed Swap 2024!
Event Details: Date: Sunday, 18th February 2024 Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Location: The Cheese and Grain Entrance: £3 per adult (kids free)
As the days gradually lengthen and the first signs of spring emerge, gardening enthusiasts and green thumbs alike eagerly anticipate the return of the Frome Potato Day and Seed Swap.
The Frome Potato Day and Seed Swap brings together gardening enthusiasts, local businesses, and community groups to celebrate the joys of gardening. With a focus on sustainability, health, education, and community engagement, the event aims to inspire individuals to cultivate their growing spaces and foster a deeper connection to the environment.
This event has become a cherished annual tradition, offering a one-stop-shop for all things gardening. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, Potato Day provides everything needed to kickstart the growing season.
Gardening Stalls: With a magnificent selection of seed potatoes, bulbs, seeds, plants, fruit trees, and tools.
Community Seed Swap: Participate in the Community Seed Swap by bringing your excess seeds in clearly marked paper envelopes.
Swap seeds with fellow gardeners and find exciting new varieties to diversify your garden.
Community Groups: Find fun ways to connect with your community, exchange tips, tricks, and experiences.
Fun Kids Activities: Nurture the love for gardening in the younger generation with engaging activities designed just for them.
Free Workshops: Gain valuable insights from expert-led workshops.
Feb112024
Bath Beer & Cider Festival
BBC Radio Bristol on Sunday 11th February will be interviewing at 17.20 our friend Han, who will be representing CAMRA Bath & Borders. She’ll be doing a shout out for all the cider producers supplying Bath Beer & Cider Fest. She hopes to get the full list read out early in the show. Tune in with your nerdy cider questions!
You can get tickets to the event by going here.