Heritage Open Day: Step into the beautiful Lydiard Park Walled Garden for a celebration that’s perfect for families, food lovers, and plant enthusiasts alike. Enjoy apple tasting, take part in traditional games and see a brand-new art & folklore exhibition. Discover Lydiard’s remarkable collection of heritage apple varieties – ranging from the Golden Knob to Colonel Vaughan. Sample these rare apples and enjoy apple-themed games the whole family can join in with.
Heritage Apple Day event shines a light on Lydiard Park’s historic apple tree collection within its 18th Century Walled Garden. These remarkable varieties predate the 1740s and have been meticulously trained into goblet shapes under the guidance of Head Gardener Andy Dyer and his dedicated team.