This is a fascinating film about the apples in Herefordshire.
Known historically as the Orchard of England, Herefordshire is apple country. Sat in the middle is the ancient market town of Leominster, where people have been growing, picking, eating, stealing, throwing, pressing and cooking apples for many generations. This award winning documentary brings together a wide-range of eccentric local people- farmers, Travellers, former apple-pickers, clergymen, wassailers, cider makers, fruit sellers – to explore the deep relationship between the people of this area and its historic crop. Part portrait of a fading way of life, part celebration of how a living culture continues to manifest itself, the film raises deep questions about human nature. Expect games, pies, dancing, petty crime, and varieties of apple beyond your most delirious dreams. Prepare to honour the apple.
Donations on the door for ‘Priory Arts Schools’ Programme’ – providing cultural experiences for children in Leominster and the surrounding area.
This film was made possible with the support of the UK’s National Lottery Heritage Fund, Leominster Town Council and Leominster Cultural Consortium. Filmed and directed by Hilary Norris and Louis Norris.
Refreshments available.
Doors open 30 minutes before the start.
