Abbey Manor prepares for third annual Apple Day

Family event returns with entertainment, cider and charity raffle

Abbey Manor in Buildwas is preparing to welcome visitors to its third annual Apple Day next month, with live entertainment, local stalls and fresh apple pressing.

placeholder image — Children's Apple Press | ©Gemma Pool

The event will take place on Sunday, September 27, from 10.30am to 4pm, and organisers say this year's celebration will be the biggest yet.

Entertainment will include performances by the Shropshire Sharpshins, the Severn Gilders, Merlin Aerial and Shropshire singer Cait Jones.

Severn Gilders at Abbey Manor Apple Day 2025 | ©Gemma Pool

Visitors will also be able to sample cider from Abbey Manor's own cider bar, made using apples pressed at last year's event, while the Millennium Apple Press will be in action producing fresh apple juice throughout the day.

A range of stalls showcasing local businesses will also be at the event.

Group Photo of last year's volunteers and founders of the Abbey Manor Apple Day | ©Gemma Pool

This year, Abbey Manor owner Darren and Apple Day co-founder Gemma will hold a raffle in aid of Severn Hospice in memory of fellow co-founder Christothea Constandinou Williams. The top prize is a full keg of cider.

Tickets cost £3, with senior tickets £2 and free entry for under-16s. Limited free parking will be available at both Abbey Manor and Buildwas Abbey.