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Celebrate our apple-growing traditions this October half-term with a week of orchard-inspired fun!
Join us as we celebrate one of Ampleforth Abbey’s most cherished traditions with a full programme of exciting events:
- Apple Olympics on the lawn (fun games for adults and kids to enjoy the outdoors together: apple sack race, apple and spoon race, apple toss challenge)
- Tea Room Specials.
- Free children's trail in the orchard.
- Free children's apple craft activities in the Visitor Centre
- Apple-themed gifts in the shop.
- Apple tasting in the Tea Room.
- Apple pressing demonstrations at our Cider Mill by Orchard Manager, Steve
- Mini-exhibition in our Visitor Centre. Learn about the fascinating history of our heritage orchard and how our famous cider and juice are made.
Ampleforth Abbey Opening Hours
Church & Grounds Open - Free Entry. Check online for service times.
Tea Room, Abbey Shop & Visitor Centre open 10.00-17.00 daily.
