Craft Cider Week 2026
Walk, Talk & Taste Our Orchards
Craft Cider Week runs from 12 - 19 September 2026. It's an invitation to experience our orchards at their fullest, learn the secrets of our craft cider and perry producers and sample last year’s vintages in the very places they were grown and pressed. This year, local produce champion Oakchurch Farm Shop serves as our primary event hub, hosting talks, Q&As, and tastings. Across the County, cider producers and other partners are hosting their own events to celebrate this year's festivities.
Herefordshire is the spiritual home of cider. At this special time of year, the delicious scent of ripening apples and pears is in the air as our artisan makers prepare for the harvest. They welcome you to their cider farms to stroll through fruit-laden orchards and discover how these glorious drinks are made. Afterwards, it’s tasting time! Savour a wide range of delicious small-batch ciders and perries, exploring the distinctive and diverse flavour profiles.
Events
Check out this year's Craft Cider Week events below, and continue to check back as more events are added before the start.
Oakchurch Farm Shop
Oakchurch Farm Shop is hosting a packed week of showcases and expert-led tasting sessions with legendary local producers like Dunkerton, Celtic Marches, and Gwatkin. Plus, head down to grab local cider and artisan gift hampers, plus in-store multi-buy cider offers.
Friday, 18 September: Tastings of Cradoc Biscuits, local artisan cheeses, scrumpy cider chutneys, and ciders from Celtic Marches & Newton Court Farm.
Newton Court
Our Craft Cider Week launches in style at Newton Court, where guests can expect an evening of prime Herefordshire steak, expertly cooked and served with all the trimmings (and of course, a complimentary arrival drink of Newton Court cider or sparkling apple juice). Set on over 150 acres of organic Herefordshire farmland, Newton Court Cider has built a reputation for sustainable and scrumptious cidermaking.
Saturday, 12 September: Craft Cider Week Steak Night at 5:30 pm.
Oliver's Cider & Perry
Tom is at the cutting edge of modern cider, with a reputation for progressing the great traditions of local cider. During Craft Cider Week, he'll host a guided cider house tour, followed by a tasting of 5 ciders/perries paired with 5 artisan cheeses.
Saturday, 12 September: Cider & Cheese Tasting with Master Cidermaker Tom Oliver, from 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
On sale from August 22nd. (Note for attendees: No perfume/aftershave; farm-appropriate clothing required).
Partners & Producers
This year, we're joined by cider producers and partner businesses across the County.
Artistraw
Artistraw make wild fermented natural cider from fruit hand-picked from ancient, unsprayed traditional standard orchards which celebrate the terroir of the Welsh Marches. From naturally sparkling, to ancestral method these are beautifully presented wine-like ciders worthy of your finest glassware.
10% off when you buy a case (6x bottles) at their cidery shop in Clifford (HR3 5EZ).
Butford Organics
Janet and Martin moved to Herefordshire in 1999 and set about realising a lifetime's ambition to produce food in a natural, nutritious and environmentally friendly way. This evolved into Butford Organics, a family-owned organic smallholding specialising in cider, perry, and apple juice.
Celtic Marches
Gwatkin Cider
Rooted in traditional methods on their family farm in Abbey Dore, Gwatkin Cider produces over 30 varieties of authentic, award-winning real ciders and perries. Crafted exclusively from whole pressed apples and pears, their full-flavoured range captures the pure, historic spirit of the Golden Valley. (Keep an eye out for an exclusive online discount code launching soon!)
Hereford Beer House
A haven for craft drink enthusiasts in the city centre, Hereford Beer House is an independent specialist retailer showcasing over 60 exceptional local and international craft ciders. Known for its curated shelf selection and passion for independent makers, it is an essential stop for anyone looking to discover rare single varieties or modern hop-infused pours.
Monkland Cheesemakers
Museum of Cider
Housed in the historic 1888 Bulmer’s factory in Hereford, the Museum of Cider immerses visitors in the fascinating heritage of the County's favourite drink through ancient presses, historic glassware, and interactive exhibits. Stop by the museum shop from 15–19 September (10:30 AM – 4:30 PM) to enjoy an exclusive 15% discount on exceptional local ciders from Little Pomona, Butford Organics, and Cwm Maddoc.
The Orgasmic Cider Company
Nestled in the heart of Herefordshire's golden orchards, The Orgasmic Cider Company crafts traditional, unadulterated ciders and perries using 100% fresh-pressed local fruit. By blending time-honoured cider-making techniques with a passion for organic orchard heritage, this eco-minded producer yields bold, authentic flavours that celebrate the raw character of the Marches countryside.
Pips Cider
Pips Cider is a family-run craft cider producer in the beautiful Golden Valley, making cider from the fruit of our own traditional orchard in Dorstone. Our story began when, after years of selling our apples to other producers, we decided in 2010 to keep the fruit and make our own cider. Today, we handcraft 100% apple juice cider from seven traditional varieties, using no artificial colourings or flavourings. Our orchard, planted over 66 years ago, is at the heart of everything we do – from the apples we grow to the cider in your glass. Discover more about the story behind Pips Cider on our website, and visit our Facebook page for our latest news, events and award-winning results.
5% off online purchases using discount code CiderWeek26 at checkout (pipscider.com).
Woodside Lodges
Set amidst peaceful countryside, Woodside Lodges offers the ultimate rustic getaway for Cider Week travellers looking to unwind in nature. Camp in their historic Cidermill field, complete with a beautifully restored cider mill on display, and enjoy access to on-site wild swimming facilities after a day of orchard tours and tastings.
Get Involved!
We're looking for more cider champions and enthusiasts to join our list of partners this year. Whether you're a cidermaker or a local business with an event idea that could work alongside our campaign lineup, please get in touch with us today.
Email: James at projectofficer@herefordshirecountybid.co.uk
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