ABOUT US

We bought The Cider Barn in July 2015. Although not setting out to purchase a cider business, we quickly discovered the history of the land and orchard.

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The traditional mixed orchard had been previously been planted by the late Jean Nowell.  Jean had been instrumental in promoting cider and perry and had been a mentor to many well know local producers.

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We realised that as the current custodians of the orchard we had a duty to continue the work that Jean had started so we enrolled on a cider making course and our journey as accidental cider makers had begun.

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JOE & IAN MARSHALL

We are a small family business and at busy times of the year like harvest time we all have to lend a hand to get the apples picked and pressed. During harvest time Joe can usually be found on his hands and knees sorting and picking apples whilst Ian assumes a managerial role!

SABINE DARRALL

Sabine runs a highly successful floristry school and wedding & events business from our workshop. Full details can be found on her website www.sabinedarrall.co.uk