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Calling all foragers, fruit and folklore lovers! Celebrate the heritage of historic orchards, apples and traditional country crafts at this inaugural event
Sunday 20th October 2024 LEIGHTON HALL APPLE DAY
Family Fun Day Celebrating National Apple Day
Activities and events include pickings, tastings, pressings, games, crafts and cooking, as well as a makers market and demonstrations, with special guests straight out of Leighton’s Victorian heyday on hand bringing history, heritage and horticulture to life.
With conservation, nature and craft enthusiasts including the Bee Club, Food Futures, Coppice Co-op, RSPB, Larksfoot Forest School and Harrison Ward, the “Fell Foodie”, visitors can try their hands at basket weaving, beekeeping, apple picking and campfire cooking or indulge in heritage cider, juices, bakes and preserves.
The Coppice Co-op will be demoing hurdle making at this year’s Apple Day event!
