The Big Apple Association runs annual events – Blossomtime and Harvestime – to celebrate orchards and the fruit they produce.

Blossomtime – 1st weekend in May 2026

Come on to Putley and Aylton over the May Day weekend to enjoy our local orchards, famous for their cider, dessert and culinary fruit.

Cider and Perry Trials – May, 2026

Cider and Perry Trials
In this event the judging is conducted by the entrants themselves in blind tastings. Categories for draught & bottled ciders and perries.

Harvestime – 11th-12th October, 2025

Enjoying the harvest
Big Apple Harvestime 2025 was over weekend of Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th October so you’ve missed it!

Explore Big Apple Country

Walking around Putley
You can explore our beautiful countryside at any time of the year, not just at Big Apple events. Walk or cycle to make the most of this part of Herefordshire.

Work with us as a volunteer

Big Apple volunteers
The Big Apple is run entirely by volunteers and we are always looking for people to help – not just at our two main events, Blossomtime and Harvestime, but throughout the year.

About us

Big Apple logo
The Big Apple Association Limited is a Community Benefit Society owned and controlled by its Members on a fair and equitable basis.  Membership open to anyone aged 16+ who supports the objects of the Society.

Blossomtime runs over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend in Putley and Aylton.  It features the Big Apple Cider & Perry Trials, followed by two days enjoying the blossoming orchards.  You can also sample cider, perry and apple juice, listen to local musicians, watch Morris dancers and craftspeople plying their trades.

Harvestime is on the second weekend of October in Much Marcle.  Here you can marvel at the huge number of apple and pear varieties, help press cider apples and perry pears and visit different venues offering a variety of experiences.