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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181025T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181025T160000
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SUMMARY:Apple Day at Lawrence Weston Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Farm on 25 October (1-4pm) for a day of fun\, crafts and activities. Celebrate apples and orchards and their unique place in our cultural and natural heritage. \nBring your own apples for pressing or just help press the ones from the farm. Take part in apple arts and crafts\, hear apple stories or sing with the Barley Rye Choir. \nLearn about apples\, orchards and the fascinating role they’ve played in our heritage and their importance as a habitat for loads of plants and creatures.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/apple-day-at-lawrence-weston-community-farm/
LOCATION:Lawrence Weston Community Farm\, BS11 0NJ
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190107T080500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T080500Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning Workshop with Hammersmith Community Gardens Association
DESCRIPTION:Pruning Workshop\, Saturday 19th January\, 10am – 1pm \nLocation: Phoenix Farm\, Bloemfontein Road\, W12 0RQ \nLearn how to correctly prune your fruit trees\, bushes and flowering plants at this informative practical workshop. Booking required\, please call 07890 514 050 or email booking@hcga.org.uk \nTutor: Steve Oram \nWe will provide hot drinks and a bowl of soup at lunchtime. Let me know if you require any further information
URL:https://ptes.org/event/pruning-workshop-with-hammersmith-community-gardens-association/
LOCATION:Greater London
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Hammersmith Community Gardens Association":MAILTO:booking@hcga.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20170105T093127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T112810Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning old fruit trees course
DESCRIPTION:A Brighton Permaculture Trust course. \nLearn how to improve the health and productivity of old fruit trees by appropriate pruning. Skills learnt will also be applicable for pruning younger fruit trees and other trees/shrubs. \nDay 1: Stanmer Park (near University of Sussex)\, Brighton\, Sussex. Get directions to our meeting point near the church in Stanmer Park. \nDay 2: Private orchard/house at Barcombe\, near Lewes\, Sussex. \nCost (depending on income): £52.50-£247.50 \nTutor: Bryn Thomas \nVisit the website for full details and booking. \nFind more BPT courses & events here: https://brightonpermaculture.org.uk/courses
URL:https://ptes.org/event/pruning-old-fruit-trees-course/
LOCATION:Stanmer Park\, Brighton\, East Sussex\, BN1 9QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:50.82253;-0.137163
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190120T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T090133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T090133Z
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SUMMARY:Restorative Pruning and Care of Veteran Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:This one-day workshop is aimed at those with an interest in caring for veteran fruit trees. The emphasis will be on the care and pruning of aged apple trees\, typically those of between 50 to 100 years of age. Some experience of fruit tree pruning is required. \nThe workshop will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided. Free to attend. \nTutor: Bob Lever.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/restorative-pruning-and-care-of-veteran-fruit-trees/
LOCATION:Rummer’s Lane\, Rummers Lane\, Wisbech St Mary\, Cambridgeshire
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.641481;0.0931804
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190126T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T091022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T091151Z
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SUMMARY:Second Stage Restorative Pruning on Veteran Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:A one-day workshop for those with an interest in caring for veteran fruit trees. The emphasis will be on the pruning and care of aged apple trees\, typically those of between 50-100 years of age\, which have previously received some restorative pruning. \nThe workshop is ideal for anyone who has previously attended a course on restorative pruning (you may want to take it in conjunction with the Restorative Pruning course on 20th January) or for those who have trees which have had some restorative pruning in the last 5 years. \nThe workshop will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided. Free to attend. \nTutor: Bob Lever.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/second-stage-restorative-pruning-on-veteran-fruit-trees/
LOCATION:St Elizabeth’s Centre\, Perry Green\, Much Hadham\, Hertfordshire\, SG10 6EW
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:51.8302979;0.0893029
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Elizabeth’s Centre Perry Green Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6EW;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Perry Green\, Much Hadham\, Hertfordshire:geo:0.0893029,51.8302979
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190126T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T090517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T090517Z
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SUMMARY:Formative Pruning of Young Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will concentrate upon formative pruning of young fruit trees. It is suitable for all to attend – no previous experience is required. It may be of particular interest to those caring for newly planted community orchards in need of training and advice. \nThe workshop will take place outdoors. All tools and PPE are provided. Free to attend. \nTutor: Colin Carpenter.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/formative-pruning-of-young-fruit-trees-2/
LOCATION:Etonbury Academy Orchard\, Arlesey Road\, nr Stotfold\, Bedfordshire
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.0178001;-0.2373469
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Etonbury Academy Orchard Arlesey Road nr Stotfold Bedfordshire;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Arlesey Road\, nr Stotfold:geo:-0.2373469,52.0178001
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190127T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T091651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T091651Z
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SUMMARY:Espalier and Reformative Fruit Tree Pruning
DESCRIPTION:This one-day workshop is aimed at those who wish to learn how to restore espaliers\, which have grown beyond their formal boundaries\, concentrating upon reforming the main branch structure. It will also cover reformative pruning of apple trees of 15-40 years of age\, which have had minimal pruning in recent years. No previous experience is required. \nThe workshop will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided. There is a £15 charge for this event\, to support Waldringfield Scattered Orchard. \nTutor: Dr. Anna Baldwin.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/espalier-and-reformative-fruit-tree-pruning/
LOCATION:Waldringfield Village Hall\, IP12 4QP
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.0523815;1.3193542
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190202T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20161114T155727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T215726Z
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SUMMARY:11th annual national scion wood exchange day
DESCRIPTION:Bring\, swap and buy scions for common\, uncommon and vanishingly rare fruit tree varieties. \nMid-Shires Orchard Group will be on hand providing a grafting service. \nPTES will be present to offer orchard advice and information about the work we’re doing in traditional orchards. We’ll also have a lot of varieties to sell or swap. \nDate: Saturday 02-Feb-19\, from 10.00am to 4:00pm (6 hours) \nVenue: Buckingham Garden Centre\, Tingewick Road\, Buckingham\, MK18 4AE \nActivities: Bring your scionwood to share and swap with others\, or offer or acquire for a small donation.\nThis event will feature hundreds of rare\, local and heritage apple\, pear\, plum and cherry varieties. They\ncan be grafted on the day (as a paid service) onto purchased rootstocks of choice\, or be taken home for\ngrafting to make new fruit trees. This is a really great way to obtain and distribute rare and unusual\nvarieties of fruit tree for gardens\, home or community orchards\, fields and hedgerows. \nPrice: FREE entry! Scionwood may be swapped for free\, or acquired/provided for a small donation per\npiece or bundle\, at the supplier’s discretion. Rootstocks are at their retail prices\, discounted for five or\nmore. There is also a charge for the grafting service per tree\, with a discount for five trees or more. \nContact: Email Claire at: MSOGChairman@yahoo.com to find out more
URL:https://ptes.org/event/national-scion-exchange/
LOCATION:Buckingham Garden Centre\, Tingewick Rd\, Buckingham\, Buckinghamshire\, MK18 4AE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Shires Orchard Group":MAILTO:MSOGChairman@yahoo.com
GEO:51.9973478;-0.9995719
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190205T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T085001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T085653Z
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SUMMARY:Formative Pruning of Young Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:Two half-day workshops\, running from 10:00am – 12:30pm and 1:00pm – 3:30pm\, concentrating upon the formative and reformative pruning of younger fruit trees which may not have been pruned after planting.  \nThese workshops may be of particular interest to people caring for relatively newly planted community orchards. The workshops will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided.  \nFree to attend. \nTutor: Bob Lever.  \n  \n 
URL:https://ptes.org/event/formative-pruning-of-young-fruit-trees/
LOCATION:ActivLives People’s Community Garden\, Maidenhall Allotments\, Ipswich and Chantry Hall\, Ipswich
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.0381434;1.1483476
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ActivLives People’s Community Garden Maidenhall Allotments Ipswich and Chantry Hall Ipswich;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Maidenhall Allotments\, Ipswich and Chantry Hall:geo:1.1483476,52.0381434
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190213T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190124T132434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190124T132434Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Pruning Course
DESCRIPTION:Weds  13th-Feb-18 from 10.30 to 4.00pm \nJoin experienced fruit tree and orchard pruner and the owner of the Heritage Fruit Tree Company – Andy Howard (P.G. Cert Ed) for a day’s training to learn the theory and practice of winter pruning. \nLearn the theory\, skills and practice of winter pruning for fruit trees such as apple and pear. Discover the different methods and techniques used to shape fruit trees\, control their size and influence their productivity. Find out when and how to apply these to suit different circumstances and different types of top fruit.  Learn the difference between winter and summer pruning and when and how to prune pip fruit and stone fruit. \nWe then practice the theory on real fruit trees to help you gain these skills yourself and confidently apply them in your own orchard\, garden or community orchard. Or\, why not help a neighbour or family member get their fruit trees into a productive shape? \nPrice: £50 per person for MSOG members and £60 for non-members. The courses will be held at 27 Walton Avenue\, Twyford\, Adderbury\, OX17 3JY.  Free on-street parking is available and some limited off street. Lift sharing is supported. You will need to bring a packed-lunch but tea and coffee will be provided on the day. \nPlease email Andy at:  johoward@metronet.co.uk  or tel 0795000 6813 to find out more about the course and book your place. \nPayment is by BACS. 
URL:https://ptes.org/event/winter-pruning-course/
LOCATION:27 Walton Avenue\, Twyford\, Adderbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX17 3JY
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Shires Orchard Group":MAILTO:MSOGChairman@yahoo.com
GEO:52.0232577;-1.3061482
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190223T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T092204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T092204Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Grafting
DESCRIPTION:A one-day hands on workshop learning and practicing how to graft fruit trees at the Education Centre at Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s Foxburrow Farm. No previous grafting experience is required. Upon booking a place you will receive details of what you should bring along with you! \nFree to attend. \nTutor: Paul Read.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/fruit-tree-grafting/
LOCATION:Suffolk Wildlife Trust Foxburrow Farm\, Saddlemakers Lane\, Melton Woodbridge\, Suffolk\, IP12 1NA
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.107143;1.3302685
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suffolk Wildlife Trust Foxburrow Farm Saddlemakers Lane Melton Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 1NA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Saddlemakers Lane\, Melton Woodbridge:geo:1.3302685,52.107143
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190303T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190303T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T092415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T092415Z
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SUMMARY:Maintenance Pruning of Mature Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:One-day workshop aimed at those with an interest in pruning mature fruit trees to enhance fruit production. The emphasis of the day will be upon pruning apple trees of around 25 years of age. No previous pruning experience is required. The workshop will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided. \nFree to attend. \nTutor: Dr. Anna Baldwin.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/maintenance-pruning-of-mature-fruit-trees/
LOCATION:Cressing Temple\, CM77 8PD
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:51.8388526;0.6078081
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190305T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190305T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T092701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T092735Z
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SUMMARY:Second Stage Restorative Pruning of Mature and Veteran Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:One-day workshop aimed at those with an interest in caring for older fruit trees. Emphasis is upon the pruning and care of trees\, of 30 years of age and older\, which have already received some restorative pruning. The course is ideal for those who have previously been on a restorative pruning course\, or care for trees which have received some restorative pruning over the last 5 years or so.The workshop will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided. \nFree to attend. \nTutor: Dr. Anna Baldwin.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/second-stage-restorative-pruning-of-mature-and-veteran-fruit-trees/
LOCATION:Orchard Barn\, Ringshall\, Stowmarket\, IP14 2LY
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.1409791;0.9492886
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Orchard Barn Ringshall Stowmarket IP14 2LY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Ringshall:geo:0.9492886,52.1409791
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190309T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190309T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T092940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T092940Z
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SUMMARY:Formative and Reformative Pruning of Younger Trees
DESCRIPTION:A workshop concentrating upon formative and reformative pruning of younger fruit trees which may not have been pruned after planting. Formative pruning of newly planted trees will also be covered. This course may be of particular interest to people caring for relatively newly planted community orchards. The workshop will take place outdoors\, tools and PPE are provided. \nFree to attend. \nTutor: Dr. Anna Baldwin.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/formative-and-reformative-pruning-of-younger-trees/
LOCATION:Tewin Orchard and Hopkyns Wood\, Welwyn Garden city\, Hertfordshire\, AL6 0LZ
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:51.8237642;-0.1670776
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tewin Orchard and Hopkyns Wood Welwyn Garden city Hertfordshire AL6 0LZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Welwyn Garden city:geo:-0.1670776,51.8237642
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190309T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20181210T093150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T093238Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Grafting
DESCRIPTION:A one-day hands on workshop learning and practicing how to graft fruit trees at Greensand Trust’s Working Woodland Centre at Maulden Wood. No previous grafting experience is required. Upon booking a place you will receive details of what you should bring along with you! \nFree to attend. \nTutor: Colin Carpenter.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/fruit-tree-grafting-2/
LOCATION:Greensand Trust Working Woodland Centre\, Maulden Wood\, Haynes West End\, Bedfordshire\, MK45 3UZ
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Orchards East":MAILTO:info@orchardseast.org.uk
GEO:52.042711;-0.437716
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Greensand Trust Working Woodland Centre Maulden Wood Haynes West End Bedfordshire MK45 3UZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Maulden Wood\, Haynes West End:geo:-0.437716,52.042711
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190518T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20180817T113552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T113552Z
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SUMMARY:Care of Fruit Trees Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to care for new and established fruit trees and orchards\, to ensure health and productivity.  This course complements the course Planning and Planting a Small Orchard. \nVenue: Stanmer Park\, Brighton BN1 9PZ \nCost (depending on income): £35-£175 \nTutors: Bryn Thomas\, Peter May  \nVisit the website for full details and to book the course.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/care-of-fruit-trees-course/
LOCATION:Stanmer Park\, Brighton\, East Sussex\, BN1 9QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:50.82253;-0.137163
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190603T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190429T122343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T122343Z
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SUMMARY:ESORG - Essex Orchard Group meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next ESORG meeting will be on Monday June 3rd at the Swan Inn\, Bull Ring\, Thaxted\, CM6 2PL at 7pm.\nSwan Inn phone number 01371 830321 \nIf you are interested in apples\, pears\, plums or other fruit\, or have an orchard\, join us at the Essex Orchard Group meeting. \nPlease let Anna know if you plan to attend: anna@annabaldwin.co.uk \nRelevant topics for discussion this month are \n\nJune drop and thinning fruit both plums and apples\nCordons and espaliers and when to summer prune\nGrowing grapes\nHow the spring has affected fruit development\nDNA scheme samples
URL:https://ptes.org/event/esorg-essex-orchard-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Swan Inn\, Bull Ring\, Thaxted\, CM6 2PL
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:51.9546465;0.3415275
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Swan Inn Bull Ring Thaxted CM6 2PL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bull Ring:geo:0.3415275,51.9546465
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190615T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190603T144437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190603T144437Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation Day - Lady Gilbert's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Join The Orchard Project at Lady Gilbert’s Orchard for a day of orchard maintenance \nPlanted around 100 years ago\, this orchard was home to the librettist WS Gilbert and his wife. It includes two extremely rare apple varieties! There are also some more recently planted fruit trees. \nJobs include pruning the young stone fruits\, clearing weeds round the base of fruit tree trunks\, removing ash and birch saplings\, propping up the branch of an old apple tree\, etc.\nTools and gloves are provided. Meet in the orchard\, or ask at Grim’s Dyke Hotel’s reception.\nContact: Charlotte 07982 165154
URL:https://ptes.org/event/conservation-day-lady-gilberts-orchard/
LOCATION:Best Western Grim’s Dyke hotel\, Old Redding\, Harrow Weald\, Greater London\, HA3 6SH
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
ORGANIZER;CN="The Orchard Project":MAILTO:orchard@theorchardproject.org.uk
GEO:51.6208209;-0.3523284
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Best Western Grim’s Dyke hotel Old Redding Harrow Weald Greater London HA3 6SH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Old Redding:geo:-0.3523284,51.6208209
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190619T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190619T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190603T145546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190603T145546Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Pruning of Trained Forms
DESCRIPTION:Come and help Jo prune these trained forms and help with underplanting to help boost the biodiversity on site. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Please only book if you are able to come as there are limited places. \nBring your own secateurs if you have any\, and also pruning saws. \nBring a packed lunch.  \nWednesday 19th June 10am to 2pm\nNevill Road\, Stoke Newington\, Hackney (opposite Butterfield Green) \n  \nBook your place here. \n 
URL:https://ptes.org/event/summer-pruning-of-trained-forms/
LOCATION:Greater London
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190703T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190703T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190401T082431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T135000Z
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SUMMARY:Scything and orchard management course
DESCRIPTION:Orchards old and new offer a particularly varied mosaic of vegetation and habitat structures with elements of managed and rough grassland\, mature trees\, shrubs and hedgerow boundaries. This workshop will focus on practical management of the ground vegetation component of orchards to maximise their potential for wildlife and biodiversity’. \nUs the link below to book. \n£60 for the day \nScythes will be available to borrow or purchase on the day. \n  \nEmorsgate Seeds\nIngleborough Farm\nMill Road\nWest Walton\nWISBECH\nPE14 7EU
URL:https://ptes.org/event/scything-and-orchard-management-course/
LOCATION:Emorsgate Seeds\, PE14 7EU
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190704T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T083044Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning plum trees and other stone fruit
DESCRIPTION:Stone fruit can only be pruned in the summer. The objectives and outcomes are subtly different from apples and pears. \nThere will be an introduction to tree renovation\, followed by a demonstration and then a practical session where participants will be able to prune\, under supervision\, the plum trees in the orchard at Old Hall. \nDr Anna Baldwin is organising and running the workshop so please contact her on email to book a place anna@annabaldwin.co.uk \nThe course costs £40\, there are some reduced cost places available. If you cannot make this date but are interested then let Anna know\, as there is plenty of time to organise another day later in the summer.
URL:https://ptes.org/event/pruning-plum-trees-and-other-stone-fruit-2/
LOCATION:Old Hall\, East Bergholt\, Suffolk\, CO7 6TG
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:51.9688752;1.0141123
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190714T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190714T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190606T130606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T130606Z
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SUMMARY:Marcher Apple Network Open Garden - visit the new apple collection of 300+ trees
DESCRIPTION:Open Garden in aid of Hay and District Dial-a-Ride. \nRefreshments\, stalls\, Duck Races (depending upon prior rainfall) and an opportunity to visit the new MAN apple collection of 300+ trees. \nEntrance £5
URL:https://ptes.org/event/marcher-apple-network-open-garden-visit-the-new-apple-collection-of-300-trees/
LOCATION:Ty Glyn\, Cusop Dingle\, Hay-on-Wye\, Hereford\, HR3 5RF
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190727T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20170614T122203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T113437Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Grafting at Stanmer Park
DESCRIPTION:The course encourages participants to develop practical skills in the propagation of fruit trees.\nLearn the technique of chip budding\, using a grafting knife to graft an apple variety onto a rootstock. This method is used to propagate fruit trees such as apple\, pear\, plum and cherry\, for both commercial and garden production and is carried out between late July and the end of August. Background information will be provided on the selection and purchase of rootstocks\, collection of propagating material and growing on of the trees. The techniques learned can also be applied to a wide variety of ornamental trees. The course also covers maintenance and sharpening of grafting knives. \nCost (depending on income): £33.75-£165 \nTutors: Peter May\, Stephan Gehrels \nSee website for full details \n***NOTE bookings can only be made via the Brighton Permaculture Trust website***
URL:https://ptes.org/event/fruit-tree-grafting-stanmer-park/
LOCATION:Stanmer Park\, Brighton\, East Sussex\, BN1 9QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:50.82253;-0.137163
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190727T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190628T080009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T143920Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Pruning
DESCRIPTION:Anyone been on a restorative pruning course and at a loss as to what to do with the resulting water shoot explosion the following summer? \nThis summer pruning course aims to help sort out the vigour and bring the tree back into a better looking shape. \nWith Jane Pay and Tattwa Gyani \, near Chulmleigh\, North Devon. 10.30 – 1pm\,   £6/£7  (please note half day) \nImportant: Location to be confirmed closer to the date – do not follow postcode below – this is the middle of town. \nMust be booked in advance at Orchards Live website
URL:https://ptes.org/event/summer-pruning/
LOCATION:Chulmleigh\, EX18 7BW
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:50.9141283;-3.8694495
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190808T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190710T123816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190710T123920Z
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SUMMARY:Bud-grafting workshop
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 8 August 2019 Days Cottage Orchard & Rural Skills Centre  \nAccess to rare Gloucestershire varieties. \nLearn the art of propagating fruit trees by inserting a bud of your chosen variety into a rootstock. Take your tree home at\nthe end of the session. Cost £40.00 including refreshments. \nTo book (essential) please contact Dave/Helen directly at applejuice@dayscottage.co.uk or 01452 813602
URL:https://ptes.org/event/bud-grafting-workshop/
LOCATION:Days Cottage Orchard & Rural Skills Centre\, Upton Lane\, Brookthorpe\, Gloucester\, GL4 0UT
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:51.8113378;-2.2289354
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190811T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190628T082805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T143438Z
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SUMMARY:Budding Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create new trees by bud grafting onto rootstocks.  Participants will learn the theory and be able to practice on suitable material.  We will have a small number of apple rootstocks available\, in pots\, for sale on the day. \nImportant: Location to be confirmed closer to the date – do not follow postcode below – this is the middle of town. \n11 August 2019\, and Jane Pay and Tattwa Gyani\, near Chulmleigh\, North Devon. 10.30 – 1pm £6/£7 (please note half day) \nMust be booked in advance at Orchards Live website
URL:https://ptes.org/event/budding-day/
LOCATION:Chulmleigh\, EX18 7BW
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:50.9141283;-3.8694495
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190815T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190815T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190710T124819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T081329Z
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SUMMARY:Growing & training fruit in small spaces
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Course. Learn how to select the right rootstocks and how to grow and prune fruit trees as espaliers\, cordons\nand fans to be both productive and ornamental. Practise training and pruning trees in my garden. \nThursday 15 August 2019 \n10-4.30. Cost £75\, less 10% for GOT members. Booking essential. \nSue Gibson of Sue Gibson School of Gardening at May Cottage\, Shepherds Patch\, Slimbridge GL2 7BP
URL:https://ptes.org/event/growing-training-fruit-in-small-spaces/
LOCATION:Sue Gibson School of Gardening\, May Cottage\, Shepherds Patch\, Slimbridge\, GL2 7BP
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190817T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190817T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190815T132651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T132651Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon At The Orchard
DESCRIPTION:This month\, our focus will be on the Plum Hedge and its lovely Merryweather Damson trees. We’ll be removing brambles and weeds from around the trees\, doing summer pruning and perhaps even harvesting some fruit. Bring work gloves and tools such as loppers\, scythes\, pruning saws and shears. \nPrice: FREE! Donations welcomed towards refreshments \nEmail Claire at: MSOGChairman@yahoo.com to find out more and confirm attendance
URL:https://ptes.org/event/afternoon-at-the-orchard/
LOCATION:Woughton Orchards\, Woughton on the Green\, off Newport Road\, Milton Keynes\, MK6 3BD
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190827
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T081226Z
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SUMMARY:Pershore Plum Festival\, National Plum Day
DESCRIPTION:More information on Gloucestershire plums\, damsons and cherries see\nGlos Orchards website \nPlease also see our shop to purchase Charles Martell’s Native Plums of Gloucestershire pomona\, published by GOT and Hartpury Heritage Trust. \nTo purchase rare Gloucestershire plums and damsons\, see Glos Orchards \nWalcot Organic Nursery\, have been commissioned to stock the rare ones: \nAvailable winter 2019/2020 bare-rooted season but do look at the website now. \nDamson Guide\nFascinating comprehensive guide (sixty-seven pages) to damsons and other relevant links
URL:https://ptes.org/event/pershore-plum-festival-national-plum-day/
LOCATION:Pershore\, High Street\, Pershore\, Worcestershire\, WR10 1AE
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:52.1123234;-2.0761782
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190825T020000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190825T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T135108
CREATED:20190815T133634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T133634Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Field Trip & Safari Supper
DESCRIPTION:By kind permission of member George Browning\, this year’s Summer Field Trip will see our return to Warwickshire\, for a visit to Feldon Forest Farm near Rugby. Here the Brown family husband their heritage fruit orchards and heirloom vegetables\, grow organic crops and raise rare breed livestock. Our hosts will lead us on a guided tour of their farm\, orchards and environmental projects and we will end with a communal picnic together. Please bring a picnic supper with enough for yourselves and a ‘little something extra’ to share\, whether sweet or savoury. Home-grown or home-made treats are welcomed! \nOur planned itinerary is as follows: \n2.00pm – arrival\, meet & greet \n2.20pm – 2.40pm – introduction \n2.40pm – 4.40pm – tour the farm and orchards \n4.40pm – 6.00pm – communal supper \n6.00pm – departure \n  \nPlease note: As the visit is to a working farm with livestock\, we’ll not invite our canine friends to join us on this occasion\, other than well-behaved Assistance or Medical dogs. \nPrice: A collective donation for our hosts\, to support their valuable conservation work \nContact: Email Claire at: MSOGChairman@yahoo.com to find out more and confirm attendance
URL:https://ptes.org/event/summer-field-trip-safari-supper/
LOCATION:Feldon Forest Farm\, Frankton\, Rugby\, Warks\, CV23 9PD
CATEGORIES:Apple day events and orchard courses
GEO:52.3199471;-1.3880226
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