Mid Devon Walking Festival: Heritage Orchards
Join Killerton rangers on a short walk to one of Killerton's heritage orchards. The orchard is a haven for nature and supplies apples for traditional cider making.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Devon has lost 90% of its traditional orchards since the 1950s. Discover what we are doing at Killerton to conserve, improve and increase these uniquely precious habitats.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children over 12, accompanied by an adult welcome
- Meeting point
Meet outside the engine house in the main visitor carpark at Killerton House. EX5 3LE
- What to bring and wear
Please wear comfortable walking boots or sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Paths could be muddy after heavy rain.
- Accessibility
Distance: approximately 1 mile. Terrain: Mostly flat with some uneven surfaces. Suitable for those with their own outdoor tramper. Assistance dogs welcome.
- Other
The visitor car park is free to National Trust members. £2.20 for non-members.
Upcoming events
Playing by the rules: fashion exhibition in the house
Killerton's 2024 fashion exhibition will explore children's clothes of the 19th and 20th century.
Mid-Devon Walking Festival, Countryside explorers
The Killerton Estate is made up of many landscapes, woodlands, orchards, floodplains and farms. Discover some of them in this walk that connects Killerton mansion to its surrounding countryside.
Mid Devon Walking Festival: Woodland wonders
Bring the family along to experience the wonders of Ashyclyst Forest.
The flying mammals of Killerton
Join, Devon Bat Group specialist, Sarah Butcher and discover the hidden world of Killerton's bats.