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Apple Fest a huge success

More than 1,000 people attended Apple Fest at the Millennium Orchard, Beverley Parks. The festival aimed at raising awareness about the importance of preserving traditional apple varieties, traditional landscapes and the countryside in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Apple Fest was organised by East Riding of Yorkshire Council's Countryside Access Team and the East Yorkshire Federation of Women's Institutes. The day was funded by a Local Heritage Initiative grant which is a partnership between Heritage Lottery Fund, Nationwide Building Society and the Countryside Agency.

Amongst the highlights of the day were commemorative tree planting, an unveiling of an apple sculpture, charcoal burning provided by the resident burner from Millington Wood Local Nature Reserve, a multitude of recipes and apple related tastings, apple juicing, corn dolly making, face painting and making apple models made from clay.

Chris Toohie, East Riding of Yorkshire Council's Countryside Access Officer said "this is out sixth celebration of Apple Day and by far the biggest. The grant funding enabled more demonstrators and coupled with the glorious weather, the day was enjoyed by all. The Millennium Orchard and Beverley Parks is every day and visitors can enjoy this wonderful site all year round."

Joan Helliwell, Howden WI said "Since 1999 the E.Y. Federation of Women's Institutes have enjoyed working with the ERYC on the Millennium Orchard Project. The Women's Institute is proud to be part of its conservation scheme and look forward to many more Apple Fests in years to come."

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