Our Orchard
We run our 16 acres orchard on very simple lines. No spraying of any kind - just a little pruning to keep the trees in shape and grass cutting to stop the brambles taking over.
Bees are kept in the orchard to promote natural pollination.
Wild life is very much welcomed. In addition to the resident badgers, deer regularly visit us from the Berkshire Downs.
Birds of all kind enjoy the protection of our trees. We rely on the birds to keep down the insects that live in them!
Dabinett
Reputedly a seedling of Chisel Jersey, probably found in central Somerset during the 19th century. Excellent bittersweet juice.
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Michelin
A highly-rated French variety introduced to England by the Woolhope Club in the late 19th century. Juice low-acid, medium tannin.
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Coat Jersey
19th centary variety from the village of Coat near Martock, central Somerset. Juice bittersweet and very astringent.
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Yarlington Mill
An old variety common in farm orchards of central Somerset. Juice low-acid, medium tannin.
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Tremletts Bitter
A Devon variety used in many cider orchards. Very good cropper albeit of small fruit.
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Improved Dove
An improvement to the popular Somerset cider variety of Dove. A useful bitter sweet apple.
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Bramley
The classic British cooking apple which we blend into our cider to control acidity.
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