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Apple pressing

The apples in Hardy’s orchard will be ripe and ready for harvesting. Come and meet the gardeners who will be pressing the apples to make delicious apple juice.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Celebrate autumn with the harvest of Dorset's favourite fruit from Hardy's orchard.

Apple pieces are first milled into a pulp and then crushed in a small press to release delicious fruit juice.

Apple pressing will be taking place in the woodshed between 11am-2pm.

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If you would like to visit inside Hardy's Cottage, booking is required. However, you are welcome to drop in and watch the apple pressing in the garden between 11am and 2pm without booking. To book your cottage visit, please visit our website or call 0344 249 1895.

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20 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
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