Visiting a fruit farm can be a delightful experience, especially when you get to pick your own seasonal fruits. At Hawkswick Fruit Farm, the joy of harvesting fresh produce is combined with the beauty of nature, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, and anyone who appreciates the taste of fresh fruit. In this blog post, we will explore the various seasonal fruits you can pick at Hawkswick Fruit Farm, along with tips on how to enjoy your visit to the fullest.
Why Choose Hawkswick Fruit Farm?
Hawkswick Fruit Farm is not just another fruit farm. Here are a few reasons why you should consider visiting:
- Freshness Guaranteed: The fruits are picked at their peak ripeness, ensuring the best flavour and nutritional value.
- Variety of Fruits: From berries to currants, there’s something for everyone throughout the seasons.
- Supporting Local: Hawkswick Fruit Farm is a small-scale, family-run business, built on a genuine love of farming and the land. For the Walters family, it is truly a labour of love. We take great pride in growing our fruit and welcoming visitors to experience the farm each season.It means the world to us that so many of you return year after year to pick fruit and support what we do. Your visits help keep this tradition alive, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support.
Summer Fruits:
As summer arrives, the first fruits of the season start to make their appearance.
Strawberries
Strawberries are one of the first fruits to ripen in the spring. Here’s what you need to know:
Picking Season: Typically from mid-June to late July.
Best Varieties: Sweet, juicy strawberries that are perfect for eating fresh, desserts, or homemade jam.
Picking Tips: Choose berries that are bright red all over with a glossy shine. Avoid pale or green-tipped fruit.
Raspberries
Raspberries are a summer favourite, known for their vibrant colour and tart flavour.
Picking Season: Typically from late June through August.
Best Varieties: Soft, sweet raspberries that are wonderful for eating fresh, baking, or freezing for later use.
Picking Tips: Look for berries that are rich red and come away easily from the plant. Avoid fruit that is pale or mushy.
Gooseberries
Picking Season: Typically from late June to late July.
Best Varieties: Both green and red gooseberries are excellent for cooking, baking, and making jams or chutneys.
Picking Tips: Choose firm, plump berries. They can be picked slightly underripe for cooking or fully ripe for a sweeter flavour.
Blackcurrants
Picking Season: Typically from early July to early August.
Best Varieties: Intensely flavoured berries that are ideal for jams, cordials, baking, and freezing.
Picking Tips: Pick berries that are deep black and glossy, growing in full clusters. Avoid any that are still red or green.
Red Currants
Picking Season: Typically from early July to early August.
Best Varieties: Bright, tart berries perfect for jellies, sauces, desserts, and summer puddings.
Picking Tips: Look for firm, translucent red berries growing in full strings. Pick whole clusters rather than individual berries.
Blackberries
Picking Season: Typically from late July through August.
Best Varieties: Large, sweet berries that are great for crumbles, pies, jams, and freezing.
Picking Tips: Choose berries that are deep black and plump. They should come away easily from the plant. Avoid red or hard berries, which are not yet ripe.