The Orchards

Beauty and Tranquility

Why not grab something delicious from the deli then find a secluded spot to enjoy it?
A walk through our orchards is one of the most picturesque experiences you can have. From the spring as our trees blossom and the apples begin to grow through to October and November when we harvest our apples, each month has its own identity and we love to let our customers experience the seasons with us. The colours are exquisite and the sun shining through the trees is a highly memorable experience.

"Plenty for the kids to do with a play park with a couple of Donkeys next door. A large pond you can walk around with lots of ducks. Lovely orchard walks to stretch your legs and see the many varieties of apples grown and great photo opportunities."

Family activity Trails

Throughout the year we offer different nature trails to keep families entertained. Depending on the season you can get involved in making crafts, explore trails around the farm or get closer to nature with some hands-on games and activities.

Last year the kids have enjoyed: An Easter pebble hunt, bugs life trail, the Corgi Jubilee and a bee trail. At the end of the year we had a harvest time trail where families can enjoy time on the farm.

We will have a series of activities around the orchards throughout the the year starting this month. This month there is a scavenger hunt around the farm, activity sheet and bucket can be collected from the shop.

For the Easter holidays we will be running a egg trail around our orchards, this will run from the 1st April. These can be purchased from the shop and is £1.00 per child. The child will get a trail sheet, activity sheets, a Sheppy's pencil with a small chocolate treat at the end.

You can also enter our Easter competition to win a luxury hamper. Add your trail till receipt into the box with your name, email addressed and telephone number.

Keep and eye on our Facebook page and website for more details and future dates.

Children's Play Area

Enjoy the perfect combination of watching your children play while you enjoy a coffee or even a cold cider.

Picnics

Throughout the summer you can purchase a picnic hamper online, pick it up in the shop and find a secluded spot in the orchard to while away the hours.

Takeaway Children's Picnic Takeaway Vegan/Gluten Free Adult Picnic Takeaway Ploughman's Adult Picnic

Welcoming all the family

Please note dogs are not allowed in the orchards between August to the end of November for our annual apple harvest.

Dogs are welcome at Sheppy's but we do request that they are kept on leads. Dog bins are available in the carpark, please use them.

Only assistance dogs are allowed into the House of Cider but there is outdoor seating where you are able to sit with your dog.

Orchard walks

We have two sign posted walks to enjoy, 20 minutes (Yellow) and 40 minutes (Red). Through out the year we do have cattle grazing in the orchards. The walking routes are sometimes closed to the public, if gates are closed with a sign please do not enter the orchard.