
Apple Pressing Sessions
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Apple Pressing Sessions are scheduled from 24 October to 1 November 2026 at the Food Museum in Colchester. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own juice from locally grown apples using a hand-cranked press. Ticket prices range from £6.50 to £76.
Saturday 24 October–Sunday 1 November, 10.30 – 12.30 & 13.30 – 15.30 Make your own juice from locally grown apples using our hand-cranked press! Twice a day in the farm barn, roll up your sleeves and help chop, mash, press and bottle locally-grown apples. Learn about the different varieties of apples and take home a bottle of fresh, tasty juice! During this fun, interactive workshop suitable for ages 5+, you’ll be guided through the process of cleaning, crushing, pressing, bottling, pasteurising and labelling. Find out more about our Apple Week activities. Prices (including museum admission) Two-hour sessions include a bottle of juice to take home and day admission to museum: Workshops include admission and workshop fee together £24.00 adult (£6.50 members), £22.00 concession (£6.50 members), £18.50 child (£6 .50 members) £76 for a family ticket of 2 adults and up to three children (£26.00 members) £55.50 for a family ticket of 1 adult and up to three children (£19.50 members) Ages 5+. Ch ildren under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Additional information These sessions are suitable for ages 5+ but children under 12 MUST be accompanied by a paying adult. Please wear closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, remove loose jewellery. Please note that participants cannot be involved if they have had diarrhoea in the last 48 hours. Participants are welcome to bring their own apples for pressing. This must be stated at the time of booking. Maximum of 2 x 9ltr buckets of apples per booking – please make sure they have been freshly washed in clean water and any mud removed. Bottles/lids will be provided by the Food Museum and charged at £1.20 per bottle. Participants will receive their complimentary bottle of 2026 Apple Week juice in the shop after their session.
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Apple Pressing Sessions takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Apple Pressing Sessions is held at Food Museum in Colchester (Iliffe Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1SL).
Tickets for Apple Pressing Sessions are priced at £6.50. Live prices and availability are shown on foodmuseum.org.uk.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Food Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Apple Pressing Sessions can be booked via foodmuseum.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Apple Pressing Sessions
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Apple Pressing Sessions are scheduled from 24 October to 1 November 2026 at the Food Museum in Colchester. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own juice from locally grown apples using a hand-cranked press. Ticket prices range from £6.50 to £76.
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Saturday 24 October–Sunday 1 November, 10.30 – 12.30 & 13.30 – 15.30 Make your own juice from locally grown apples using our hand-cranked press! Twice a day in the farm barn, roll up your sleeves and help chop, mash, press and bottle locally-grown apples. Learn about the different varieties of apples and take home a bottle of fresh, tasty juice! During this fun, interactive workshop suitable for ages 5+, you’ll be guided through the process of cleaning, crushing, pressing, bottling, pasteurising and labelling. Find out more about our Apple Week activities. Prices (including museum admission) Two-hour sessions include a bottle of juice to take home and day admission to museum: Workshops include admission and workshop fee together £24.00 adult (£6.50 members), £22.00 concession (£6.50 members), £18.50 child (£6 .50 members) £76 for a family ticket of 2 adults and up to three children (£26.00 members) £55.50 for a family ticket of 1 adult and up to three children (£19.50 members) Ages 5+. Ch ildren under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Additional information These sessions are suitable for ages 5+ but children under 12 MUST be accompanied by a paying adult. Please wear closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, remove loose jewellery. Please note that participants cannot be involved if they have had diarrhoea in the last 48 hours. Participants are welcome to bring their own apples for pressing. This must be stated at the time of booking. Maximum of 2 x 9ltr buckets of apples per booking – please make sure they have been freshly washed in clean water and any mud removed. Bottles/lids will be provided by the Food Museum and charged at £1.20 per bottle. Participants will receive their complimentary bottle of 2026 Apple Week juice in the shop after their session.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Apple Pressing Sessions?
Apple Pressing Sessions takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is Apple Pressing Sessions taking place?
Apple Pressing Sessions is held at Food Museum in Colchester (Iliffe Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1SL).
How much are tickets for Apple Pressing Sessions?
Tickets for Apple Pressing Sessions are priced at £6.50. Live prices and availability are shown on foodmuseum.org.uk.
Is there anywhere to stay near Apple Pressing Sessions?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Food Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Apple Pressing Sessions?
Tickets for Apple Pressing Sessions can be booked via foodmuseum.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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