Join our community orchard care day at Yate Common.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be helping to prune the young fruit trees at this lovely community orchard in Yate. This is a key part of taking care of the orchard during the winter months. Our Orchardist Janine will take you through practical techniques in fruit tree pruning using a variety of tools including hand saws and pole pruners. The day will consist of a training session in the morning and then an afternoon of practicing the techniques.

Booking

To book a space and find out more about the day, please go to the Forest of Avon Eventbrite page.

What to bring

We’ll provide all the tools and equipment you’ll need. Please bring:

• a packed lunch
• plenty of water
• warm clothing
• sturdy footwear
• a waterproof if it’s raining
• clothes you don’t mind getting muddy

Meeting point

The orchard is located in Yate Common off The Road to Nowhere. We will meet at the orchard at 10am.

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Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kEo38yqbgppCoi7r9

How to contact us

If you have any questions or would like to discuss any access needs, please get in touch with Janine Connor at janine.connor@forestofavontrust.org or on 07743932643.