North Yorks 14 June

North Yorkshire Event, hosted by Reeth Community Orchard, took place on 14 June 2011

The event included a chance to find out about the Co-op and its farms and local organisations, a tour of the orchard and a choice of one-hour workshops. Lunch was provided by the Community Orchard Group.

About Reeth Community Orchard
www.reethorchard.org.uk

In 2002 the Community Orchard Group launched their ambitious project to restore the old walled garden behind Hudson House, formerly Barclays Bank in Reeth. The garden was then derelict and overgrown. It took many months of sensitive volunteer labour to bring it back into use as a productive orchard and a secluded location to be used by the people of Swaledale and Arkengarthdale for leisure activities, education, training, special events and exhibitions. The official Opening finally took place on April 30th, 2004. Over the last few years the Reeth Community Orchard Group has been attracting members from the Two Dales, all enthusiastic and ready to work. The Group’s plans have included a community composting scheme and a plant sales area. A ‘Friends of the Orchard’ scheme was also launched.

Reeth Community Orchard Hudson House, Reeth, Richmond, N. Yorks. DL11 6TB. Tel: 01748 884485

 

Directions
Public transport is available from Richmond and includes buses and taxis. The area is remote and a short travelling distance from major networks.