Franklin County Cider Days
New contributor Kris Kazaks reports on the Franklin County Cider Days festival in Massachusetts (and neighbouring States), a celebration of cider and community.
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In Praise of the Part-Time Cider Maker
Barry sings a song of praise to part-time cider and perry makers, artisans with a deep commitment to craft, tradition and the land.
TCCPA’s Perry is Alive Campaign
The Three Counties Cider & Perry Association have launched a Perry is Alive campaign to counter Westons’ claim that perry is “dead”.
By Chance Or Design: Preserving Historic Varieties of Perry Pears
Jack in conversation with Tom Oliver at PerryFest 2025, highlighting the history and challenges of perry pears, and the importance of preserving these unique fruits for future generations.
Editorial: Perry Is Not Dead.
Westons’ statement that “perry is dead” dismisses centuries-old craftsmanship and cultural significance. Barry argues that education, not erasure, is essential.
PerryFest 2025
Jack reports on PerryFest, held in the Museum of Cider, sorry, Museum of Perry, in Hereford, and has a chat with the organisers about this unique event.
Malvern Autumn Show 2025
Jack reports on last weekend’s Malvern Autumn Show, which was a showcase of perry pears and perry, with the first championship dedicated to our favourite drink.
Cider & Community – The Event Engines That Drive It
To underscore the cultural relevance of cider and perry, we will introduce a new section dedicated to sharing cider-related events worldwide. We welcome your submissions to promote greater community participation!
Ross-on-Wye Cider & Perry Festival 2025
Some of our contributors reflect on the 2025 Ross Cider Festival, where cider, community, and personal connections all manifest in one place.
Kemker Kultuur: Rediscovering Tradition in Farmhouse Cider Making
Barry introduces Brauerei Kemker, a German farmhouse brewery that is making cider as an integeral part of their philosophy.
Cider Review 