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Free apple tasting

Every weekend, you can drop in and try some of the apples grown at Acorn Bank. There are 165 varieties, some with surprising flavours!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

During these weekends, we’ll pick what’s ripe for you to try from the many varieties of apples grown at Acorn Bank. From pineapple, aniseed, sherbert and even notes of strawberry, some of these apple varieties can date back centuries. Volunteers will be around to chat to you about the collection.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

Please see the main webpage for more information under 'accessibility' or get in touch to have a chat with us.

Meeting point

The apples will be on display for you to try in the courtyard near the café.

Suitability for children

Children are welcome but should be accompanied by an adult.

Other

As the apples will be put out when ripe, we can't say exactly what varieties will be available for you to try on the day of your visit. Also, these sessions may finish before October due to the growing season, please check nearer the time you're hoping to visit.

Upcoming events

Acorn Bank Watermill Celebrations 

The Acorn Bank Watermill Trust are celebrating their progress on the restoration of the second waterwheel.

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on
19 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 15:00

Vintage Book Sale 

This weekend, 19 and 20 September, we've got a pop-up bookshop with a selection of rare and vintage books for sale.

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on
19 Sep to 20 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time

Industrial Heritage of Acorn Bank Guided Tour 

Discover the echoes of Acorn Bank's hidden industrial past in the woods.

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on
19 Sep to 10 Oct 2026
at 12:00 to 13:30+ 2 other dates or times

Free tours of Acorn Bank's orchard 

If you're interested in learning more about apples and growing them, join this free tour on your visit to Acorn Bank.

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on
20 Sep to 18 Oct 2026
at 12:00 to 12:45+ 9 other dates or times