We own and maintain around 50 acres of land in Sid Vale for the benefit of the local community
We publish books on topics of local interest, sold through our Online Shop, Sidmouth Museum and local bookstores
Our Volunteers look after the footpaths that cross our land
We run events, walks and talks and produce regular newsletters and publications
The SVA was formed in 1846 to protect the landscape and amenities of the Sid Valley
We make grants to a wide range of local projects through the Community Grant Scheme
We own the volunteer run Sidmouth Museum, highly popular with tourists and townsfolk alike

SVA Diary

Events Calendar

Talk: 'Orchards and apples; by Liz Owen. From garden to orchard...'

Wednesday 10 September 2025 14:30

SVA HQ, 12 Church Street, Sidmouth EX10 8LY. Audience capacity 100. Entry is strictly first come, first in.

Orchards and apples by Liz Owen, who says:

'For almost 20 years I have grown apple trees, as they are relatively easy to look after and would grow in my garden, having tried other things. When I came to put in some more apples trees, I found that there were two Sidmouth varieties, and I now have these two varieties, plus I also found that due to the number of apple trees that I have, I had an orchard! I wanted to know more and this talk is a result. I’ve divided the talk into orchards and apples and will deal with each separately. I will cover some general information on each area and then Sidmouth specific information.'

Numbers limited. Doors open 2:00pm. Last admission 2:30pm
Admission £2.50. Non-members £5.00
Includes Tea & Biscuits