United Kingdom Apple Festivals in 2026

Update for 2026:

It looks like most festivals are returning, aside from those that were killed off by the lockdowns of the past 2 years. That took a heavy toll on their finances. I am checking with them day by day, if you have an update for an, please tell me via the Feedback form.

Looking for a apple festival in United Kingdom in 2026? (just scroll down the page)There is no other listing as complete and current as this list, just updated! All the apple festivals in United Kingdom we can find are listed on this page! If you love strawberries, look for a festival near you below! And I'm always looking for more apple festivals! Please write me, if you know of any to add!  I update the dates as soon as the festivals publish their information, but you can always click on the links (usually the name of the festival) to see the current information on the festival's own website. 

Always click on the links to the festival to confirm this year's dates; weather and other conditions could cause a change at the last minute. They may change or cancel at the last minute. . If they don't have a website, call the phone number provided, but ALWAYS CONFIRM THIS YEAR'S DATES AND TIMES BY EITHER VIEWING THEIR WEBSITE OR CALLING.

Click here for the form to add a festival and have detailed information; or click here if you have general information and are not connected with the event!

2026 Apple Festivals in United Kingdom - Where, When and More to Find an Apple Festival Near You!

United Kingdom

Apples typically ripen from July (yes, some early varieties start then, especially in southern areas) through early November.  Most apple varieties ripen in Spetember and October and this is when most apple festivals are held.  Unlike strawberries, which grow almost anywhere, apples are grown commercially in half as many states. They do not grow well in very warm climates, like Florida, and along the Gulf coast, etc. Apples require a certain number of hours of cold (below 40 F) in order to produce fruit. So most commercial apple production and apple festivals are north of Interstate 20 (I-20).

There are two general types of apple festivals 1) community festivals, usually organized by a church, school, local Chamber of commerce or a town and 2). Apple festival held at and by a farm. They are different in what they offer, and community festivals tend to be less expensive so they are grouped separately. (of course not all states and areas have both.)
Following the festival listings are links to our easy to follow directions about making apple jam, freezing apples, apple pies and much more.

Community Apple Festivals

• Apple Connoisseur Weekend -
  The Brogdale Horticultural Trust, Nr Faversham, Kent, Tel: 01795 535286. Event dates: 2 weekends in mid-October: Apple Festival, The Brogdale Horticultural Trust, Near Faversham, Kent, Tel: 01795 535286,
• Apple Affair -
  West Dean Gardens, near Chichester, West Sussex, Tel: 01243 818210. Event dates: 15th + 16th October.
• Apple Day -
  Common Ground. Event dates: 21st October. Find out about country-wide Apple Day events here
• Whitton Village Apple Festival in North Lincolnshire - mid-October
  Whitton Village, North Lincolnshire, UK. Phone: +44 7704 310764. Email: applefest@whittonvillagehall.co.uk. Click here for our Facebook page.
  Comments from a visitor on June 30, 2016: "Hello, our apple festival is now in its second year.  Here's a link to last years fest (this years page is being built) as you\'ll see from the pictures of willow craft, foods and games, everything is 'Apple' orientated and there's free cider for all the adults (apple juice for children) Welcome to Whitton's annual 'Apple Fest' a celebration of all things 'apple' we hope to see you on the day and enjoy visiting our website to view the many activities we have in store. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.  (UPDATED: June 30, 2016)

Farm Apple Festivals

In addition to community and church festivals, some private farms have their own apple festivals.  See each farm for this year's dates (they often do not announce them until the end of May). They usually have PYO apples then, too.  Also, scroll down to see the links to recipes, freezing, canning and jam making directions at the bottom of the page.

• We will be adding these as we find them;  Please write me, if you know of any to add!

Related Apple Information: Freezing, Making Jam, Jelly, Canning, Apple Pies, Recipes and More

Also, see our pages on easy illustrated apple directions:

• tips for picking apples at a farm, 
• our guide to apple varieties! Which type of apple is best for sauce? Fresh? Pie?: See our extensive guide to apple varieties and their uses
  

Recipes and Canning directions

• How to make applesauce 
• How to make apple butter
• How to make apple bread (also known as Ellijay apple bread)
• How to make apple crisp
• How to make apple cobbler
• How to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh whole pumpkin! 
• How to make apple jelly
• How to make apple pie filling (canned)
• How to can apples
• How to make applesauce for a single meal (not canning it) with NO special equipment
• Apple crunch - best of all! Moist, low sugar and using oats!
• How to make dried apple slices

 

For other fruit and vegetable festivals, see this page!