Apples

Saturday, September 27, 2025 nationaltrust gardening harvest orchards apples pumpkins climate horticulture england sustainability

Despite forecasts predicting a difficult year for British gardeners due to record-breaking heat, drought warnings, and climate challenges, the National Trust’s gardens across England are celebrating an unexpected bounty in … Read More

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 apples pumpkins harvest drought climate horticulture rhs nationaltrust orchards heritage

This year, despite a challenging drought and record-breaking summer heat, experts have reported an unexpectedly bountiful apple and pumpkin harvest. The National Trust highlights a remarkable turnaround compared to last … Read More

Thursday, August 21, 2025 thatchers cider harvest somerset apples flavour tannins orchards renewable innovation

Somerset-based cider producer Thatchers has kicked off its earliest apple harvest in over 120 years, beginning a full 10 days ahead of their traditional schedule. The unusually long and intense summer heat has accelerated … Read More

Saturday, July 12, 2025 somerset cider thatchers katy awards heritage craftsmanship apples beverage fruit

A Somerset-based cider has been crowned one of the world’s finest after securing gold at the esteemed Cider World Awards 2025 in Frankfurt. Judges praised Thatchers Katy, crafted by the family-owned Thatchers Cider at Myrtle … Read More