We will be holding our annual Wassail on Sunday 14th January from 2pm. The Lord of Misrule will lead a celebration of our apple trees and the orchard. In centuries past, wassailing was a way of asking the trees to produce as many apples as they could. Now, I think it is more of a community celebration, and a moment to think about and celebrate the wider landscape and environment. Whatever you have in mind when you attend, it is a lot of fun and certainly not solemn. Children are very welcome, and we encourage you to dress for the occasion. Cider used to be a big part of wassailing but now we provide mulled apple juice in return for a donation.

Practical details: – please park with consideration to our neighbours in this residential area. please wear outdoor clothing and waterproof shoes. It is a good idea to bring a torch as it gets dark so early. Please remember we have no toilet facilities on site or nearby.