Press release – 22nd March 2021 Brogdale Collections in Kent – which is home
Brogdale Collections is the home of the National Fruit Collection, our orchards are a living history & heritage of fruit
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Brogdale Collections in Faversham offers a variety of activities to suit all ages and interests. Purchase your Orchard Pass to enjoy unlimited visits for pre-booked Orchard Walks and Daily Orchard Tours. Attend one of our short courses on a vast array of topics including; gardening, elderflower cordial making, foraging, bee keeping and much more. Bring the whole family to one of our events throughout the year from Easter at Brogdale to Heritage Orchard Days. Find something fun for the kids in the school holidays, including our popular Orchard Craft or Wild Cooking sessions, Tractor Trailer Rides, and play area.
From a peaceful walk in our beautiful orchards to a fun filled activity there is always something enjoyable to do at Brogdale, whatever your tastes.
Upcoming Events at Brogdale Collections
We offer a range of opportunities for the public to use the collections as an educational resource including guided tours, short courses, festivals and education days.
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Jun
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Orchard Activity: Bee Walk
Tue, June 1, 2021 -
Jun
27
Open Farm Sunday
Sun, June 27, 2021 -
Jul
03
Brogdale Cherry Walks
Sat, July 3, 2021 -
Jul
28
Kids Summer Gardening Sessions
Wed, July 28, 2021 -
Aug
14
Brogdale Plum Weekend
Sat, August 14, 2021 -
Aug
17
Orchard Activity: Juicing
Tue, August 17, 2021 -
Aug
25
Wild Classroom: Outdoor Cooking
Wed, August 25, 2021 -
Aug
28
Brogdale Cider Trail
Sat, August 28, 2021 -
Sep
04
Heritage Orchard Days
Sat, September 4, 2021
COVID-19 Compliance
Please note that the safety and wellbeing of our visitors, delegates, instructors and staff is of paramount importance to us.
All the courses and events currently planned by Brogdale Collections for 2021 will operate within strict COVID-19 guidelines:
- Numbers of attendees will be limited
- Social distancing will be carefully managed
- Where appropriate masks will be worn
- Sanitising and ventilation measures will be in place
- Many of our courses take place outside making them particularly safe
If circumstances change and new regulations or guidelines mean we unfortunately need to cancel activities, then Brogdale Collections will issue full refunds.
If you have any queries, please contact the office on 01795 536250 or office@brogdalecollections.org
COVID-19 Update
As the National restrictions begin to lift we’re pleased you can continue to visit the National Fruit Collection with a valid Orchard Pass.
Please follow the limits on the number of other people you can meet (or are in the same support bubble).
Our outdoor play area will stay open in line with government guidance.
All visitors should pre booked online with a valid Orchard Pass and scan the NHS track & trace bar code on arrival at the guides hut.
Read our FAQ before planning your visit on the measures we have put in place to ensure everyone’s safety and to help you plan your visit.
Read our reviews
- TheTaylorFamilyx5
Took the family to the Cider Festival today, a great day out. Although it was a heatwave, that didn't stop play and all the staff were really friendly. ... read more
8/25/2019dandelion16 Went to the Collections office for some information and was greeted by an extremely rude, sarcastic and officious woman. We will definitely not be returning. The on-site nursery, Grow (which... read more
9/23/2020home farm c The fruit festivals they hold here at the national fruit collection are really special because you get to sample a number of varieties. They can taste so different - so... read more
7/22/2019 - Denise d Insect talk was terrific - and quite hands on (literally - except for the centipede!); train wasn't running but looked like a fun thing to do.
7/03/2019ttbridges Bought a beef fore rib for £20 from the Brogdale butchers at Ruxley Garden Centre for Sunday lunch.
Cooked it today (Medium) and it was the toughest and... read more
11/22/2020674dawnl After looking around in Tiddly Pomme at Brogdale, where the man was very helpful and pleasant, I then popped into the collections office to get some information and was unfortunately... read more
10/01/2020
Visitor Pictures
Just a few of our visitors pictures taken here at Brogdale. Send yours to office@brogdalecollections.org
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