There are 175 apple varieties in Acorn Bank's orchard, and many are now available to buy with new apples ripening and becoming available every week until November.
“Acorn Bank’s apple collection helps to conserve many heritage varieties that are rarely seen in the shops,” says Heather.
“We hope that by giving people access to these varieties and the skills used to look after them, more households will choose to grow a heritage apple variety in their own garden.”
The Apple Identification Day is just one event coming up there which aims to celebrate British apples. You can also take part in apple tasting days, orchard tours and harvest drop-in sessions throughout this autumn. All our events are listed on our 'what's on' page.