In October 2024 around1000 people enjoyed local orchards and the produce from them. We hope you’ll all come back again in 2025!

A springtime opportunity to enjoy the countryside and orchards of the Marcle Ridge in Herefordshire, where local orchards are famous for their cider fruit and dessert and culinary fruit.

This is an annual peer-judged event with all the judging carried out by the entrants themselves in a series of blind tastings. There are categories for draught and bottled ciders and perries.

You can explore our beautiful countryside at any time of the year, not just at Big Apple events. Walk or cycle to make the most of this part of Herefordshire.

The Big Apple is run entirely by volunteers and we are always looking for people to help – not just at our two main events, Blossomtime and Harvestime, but throughout the year.

The Big Apple Association Limited is a Community Benefit Society owned and controlled by its Members on a fair and equitable basis.  Membership open to anyone aged 16+ who supports the objects of the Society.