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Apples, orchards and juices
Although the weather in England is not always what we want, it suits apples admirably. Not only are English apples famous throughout the world for their crispness and juiciness, but for their amazing diversity. Did you know that there are over 2,300 distinct varieties of apple and you can find most of them at Brogdale, home of the National Fruit Collection, in Kent?
With Apple Day (www.commonground.org.uk/appleday/a-events.html) on 21 October, FoodLoversBritain.com (www.foodloversbritain.com) highlights everything apple-y from buying apples to making your own juice.
Not only can you find 15 varieties of apples and pears, but you'll also be able to buy your own fruit trees.
If you fancy a go at growing your own fruit, look no further; Blackmoor Estate Nurseries have everything you need.
A selection of the finest English fruit juices freshly pressed from fruit grown and hand selected on their farm.
Pay a visit to this stunning National Trust property and see its 19th century apple press.
Become a cropsharer and explore the life cycle of a working orchard, as well as doing your bit for the environment.
If your tree planting space is at a minimum let Lathcoats provide some room with their rent-a-tree scheme.
This small family farm lying in a valley of the North Downs grows over 100 varieties of apples and pears.
From the early 1800s the Sheppy family has been making ciders, which have gained them a host of awards.
Let West Lake Farm take the strain and press your apples for you - they'll even provide the sacks.
Suppliers of specialist apples, growing more than 60 different apple varieties including classic English and Yorkshire varieties.
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