Their story
Wilkins Cider Farm is run by Roger Wilkins at Land's End Farm, Mudgley, near Wedmore. His grandfather began making cider on the farm during the First World War, and Roger learned the craft from him before taking over in 1969, keeping much the same recipe and traditional methods ever since. Apples are swept up once they fall naturally from the trees, and the farm's orchards contain around 40 different varieties, including Kingston Black and Yarlington Mill, blended together and fermented naturally in large wooden barrels. Cider is dry, medium or sweet, sold straight from the barrel in the farm's barn, along with local Cheddar and Stilton cheese, flagons, and other farm produce such as eggs, vegetables and pickles.
Their own orchards at Land's End Farm contain around 40 apple varieties, including Kingston Black and Yarlington Mill; fruit is swept up once it has fallen naturally rather than picked.
Apples and pears they nameKingston Black, Yarlington Mill
What they make
- Dry from the barrel
- Medium from the barrel
- Sweet from the barrel
Visiting
Barn at Land's End Farm, Mudgley
Opening times, as they publish them: Open daily from 10am to 8pm, closing at 1pm on Sundays.
Tastings: Yes. Also sells local Cheddar and Stilton cheese, flagons, and other farm produce such as eggs, vegetables and pickles. Orders taken by phone only, no email; described by visitors as a pilgrimage site for cider enthusiasts.
Where to buy
- At the farm or cidery When open
No online shop; UK delivery available by phone order for an extra charge.