THOUSANDS of people enjoyed cider, tours, apple pressing and morris dancers in Somerset last weekend at the Thatchers Cider family open day.
Spectacular sunshine treated visitors to Myrtle Farm, in Sandford, on September 17, where people from far and wide flocked to listen to live music, play sports and enjoy local crafts and produce.
It was the first biennial event to be held since the start of the Covid pandemic.
Fun was had by all but some motorists faced traffic misery as hundreds of cars gridlocked the A368, some also faced hour-long queues.
The event kick-started at midday when a minute's silence was held for the late Queen Elizabeth.
A special memory tree dedicated to the late monarch was also used by guests to hang their messages of condolence.
Visitors got the chance to see behind the scenes, with guided trailer and factory tours.
It’s currently harvest time at Thatchers, so it was a perfect opportunity to see some of Thatchers 500 acres of orchards.
Charity collections were made in support of Weston Hospicecare, and The Thatchers Foundation.
Martin Thatcher said: "Thank you to everyone who was able to join us – and we look forward to seeing everyone again in two years' time."
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