Orchard Network

Restoring a neglected orchard or planting a new one from scratch can be a daunting prospect. The information provided in this section is a good starting point, but it can be hugely useful to attend a practical workshop and gain hands on experience. We have listed some training providers here.

National Orchard Forum - find out if your Local Orchard Group offers workshops

Days Cottage, Gloucestershire

Brogdale, Kent

Tom Adamas - Orchardist, Shrophire

Habitat Aid

The Orchard Pig, Somerset

The Symmondsbury Apple Project, Dorset

The Royal Horticultural Society

East of England Apples & Orchards Project

Farming & Wildlife Advisory Group - contact your local branch to enquire

Sarah Juniper - Apple Factor, Gloucestershire

Grazing Animals Project - workshops on grazing for wildlife