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Apple Day at Hardwick

Watch the Fruiting Orchard come to life as Hardwick celebrates all things apples in this autumnal festival.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enjoy the perfect autumn day out to celebrate British apples, fun for all the family! See if you can spot the knitted, crocheted and pom-pom apples created by the talented Hardwick Makers!

Sunday 20th October:

• Story telling in the Orchards, 11am – 1.30pm

• Pop up apple tree tours, led by the gardeners

• Apple day inspired trail through the gardens

• Natural dye demonstrations, 10.30am - 3.30pm

• Hallowtide half term play activities

Monday 21st October:

• Pop up apple tree tours, led by the gardeners

• Apple day inspired trail through the gardens

• Hallowtide half term play activities

For non-members of the National Trust, or visitors without a general admission ticket to the House and Gardens, the Wider Estate admission fees apply:

• Adult: £6.00

• Child: £3.00

• Family (2 adults, 2 children): £15.00

• Family (1 adult, 2 children): £9.00

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Apple Day activities will take place throughout the Stableyard areas and formal gardens.

Accessibility

There is level access to the formal gardens and Stableyard areas where the events take place. There are accessible parking and facilities available too.

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