Bowling Community Orchard
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Developed in 2003 on six disused allotment plots next to Bowling Park. Over 40 fruit trees planted and 20 years of community engagement including Bradford Apple Day.
More info at https://bradfordymca.org.uk/services/environmental-education/
More info at https://bradfordymca.org.uk/services/environmental-education/
October 6, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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We've got a jam-packed October full of Apple Days and markets - come and say hello!
#appleday #applepressing #communityevent #autumn
#appleday #applepressing #communityevent #autumn
September 25, 2025 at 9:20 AM
We've got a jam-packed October full of Apple Days and markets - come and say hello!
#appleday #applepressing #communityevent #autumn
#appleday #applepressing #communityevent #autumn
It's been a busy week at the orchard. We juiced 250kg of apples, and pasteurised most of this for sale.
This morning we took advantage of great weather for a nematode application (ie we got soaked to the skin), in an attempt to control the Codling Moth population. Too wet for photo evidence!
This morning we took advantage of great weather for a nematode application (ie we got soaked to the skin), in an attempt to control the Codling Moth population. Too wet for photo evidence!
September 20, 2025 at 1:59 PM
It's been a busy week at the orchard. We juiced 250kg of apples, and pasteurised most of this for sale.
This morning we took advantage of great weather for a nematode application (ie we got soaked to the skin), in an attempt to control the Codling Moth population. Too wet for photo evidence!
This morning we took advantage of great weather for a nematode application (ie we got soaked to the skin), in an attempt to control the Codling Moth population. Too wet for photo evidence!
We’re looking forward to the25th anniversary of#bradfordappleday
Sunday 12 October 12-4
Sunday 12 October 12-4
September 2, 2025 at 1:10 PM
We’re looking forward to the25th anniversary of#bradfordappleday
Sunday 12 October 12-4
Sunday 12 October 12-4
Check out the orchard and our involvement with #ediblearchives on #theoneshow starts from about 12 mins in
#bradford2025
#communityorchards
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#bradford2025
#communityorchards
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The One Show - 23/06/2025
Broadcaster Amol Rajan joins EastEnders star Michelle Collins and Hollywood actor Sean Hayes. Presented by Alex Jones and Roman Kemp.
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June 25, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Check out the orchard and our involvement with #ediblearchives on #theoneshow starts from about 12 mins in
#bradford2025
#communityorchards
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#bradford2025
#communityorchards
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June 22, 2025 at 7:36 PM
June 20, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Follow BEES on fb for information on what’s happening at the orchard and with the conservation volunteers
I will also try to repost here :)
www.facebook.com/BEESBradford
I will also try to repost here :)
www.facebook.com/BEESBradford
BEES | Bradford
BEES, City of Bradford. 632 likes · 22 talking about this · 8 were here. BEES specialises in providing environmental education and volunteer opportunities for individuals, young people, community...
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April 5, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Follow BEES on fb for information on what’s happening at the orchard and with the conservation volunteers
I will also try to repost here :)
www.facebook.com/BEESBradford
I will also try to repost here :)
www.facebook.com/BEESBradford
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This is a dandelion appreciation post 💛
Often overlooked, the humble dandelion has a vital part to play in providing valuable nectar for early butterflies and moths, as well as food for their caterpillars.
📷: Small Tortoiseshell - Sophie Hall
📷: Brimstone - Tamás Nestor
#DandelionAppreciationDay
Often overlooked, the humble dandelion has a vital part to play in providing valuable nectar for early butterflies and moths, as well as food for their caterpillars.
📷: Small Tortoiseshell - Sophie Hall
📷: Brimstone - Tamás Nestor
#DandelionAppreciationDay
April 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
This is a dandelion appreciation post 💛
Often overlooked, the humble dandelion has a vital part to play in providing valuable nectar for early butterflies and moths, as well as food for their caterpillars.
📷: Small Tortoiseshell - Sophie Hall
📷: Brimstone - Tamás Nestor
#DandelionAppreciationDay
Often overlooked, the humble dandelion has a vital part to play in providing valuable nectar for early butterflies and moths, as well as food for their caterpillars.
📷: Small Tortoiseshell - Sophie Hall
📷: Brimstone - Tamás Nestor
#DandelionAppreciationDay
Gardeners question time from Bradford a couple of weeks ago included a question about our orchard- listen here from 26.34 (tho it’s all worth a listen!)
#communityorchards #nematodes #codlingmoth #gqt
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#communityorchards #nematodes #codlingmoth #gqt
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Gardeners' Question Time - Bradford: Buddha's Hand, Yorkshire Climate & Upcycled Ginnels - BBC Sounds
Kathy and the panel visit Bradford to answer gardening questions from the audience.
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April 5, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Gardeners question time from Bradford a couple of weeks ago included a question about our orchard- listen here from 26.34 (tho it’s all worth a listen!)
#communityorchards #nematodes #codlingmoth #gqt
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
#communityorchards #nematodes #codlingmoth #gqt
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
The orchard is managed by our Conservation Volunteer group and we have established the Friends of Bowling Park Community Orchard who support with the vital ongoing management of the Orchard including our annual Apple Day community event.
#communityorchards #appleday #bradford
#communityorchards #appleday #bradford
April 4, 2025 at 3:47 PM
The orchard is managed by our Conservation Volunteer group and we have established the Friends of Bowling Park Community Orchard who support with the vital ongoing management of the Orchard including our annual Apple Day community event.
#communityorchards #appleday #bradford
#communityorchards #appleday #bradford
In March 2003 we planted over 40 trees including
35 varieties of apple,
6 pears and
4 plums.
35 varieties of apple,
6 pears and
4 plums.
April 4, 2025 at 3:45 PM
In March 2003 we planted over 40 trees including
35 varieties of apple,
6 pears and
4 plums.
35 varieties of apple,
6 pears and
4 plums.
The orchard was developed on six disused allotment plots adjacent to Bowling Park, we were asked to get involved to help improve the site and engage the local community in it’s ongoing development.
April 4, 2025 at 3:44 PM
The orchard was developed on six disused allotment plots adjacent to Bowling Park, we were asked to get involved to help improve the site and engage the local community in it’s ongoing development.