Bramley Apple Baking & Orchard Bathing Experience

Embrace Spring in Northern Ireland with a Unique Apple Blossom Experience

Discover the beauty of County Armagh’s Bramley Apple orchards in this exclusive half-day experience.

Immerse yourself in Orchard Bathing at Rose’s Orchard, guided by Forest Therapy Practitioner Ann Ward from Xhale.

Class Highlights:

• Orchard Bathing: Connect with nature during a mindful walk through the Apple Blossom with Ann.  Ann will guide you to rest, reconnect, and re-energise in this beautiful setting.
• Cookery School: Head to Wee Buns Cookery School for a hands-on baking class with Mary Anne. Learn the secrets of traditional Irish baking using the renowned Bramley apples and best local ingredients. Watch as Mary Anne makes Potato Apple Bread on the griddle.
• Make your own Buttermilk Scones to take home

Class Recipes:

• Potato Apple Bread (County Armagh’s traditional recipe)
• Fruit Soda Bread
• Buttermilk Scones

Experience Timeline:

• 9:30 am: Meet at Rose’s Orchard, Collegeland, County Armagh
• 1.5 – 2 hours: Orchard Bathing and guided walk
• Transfer: Make your way (5-minute drive) to Wee Buns Cookery School
• Tea & Scones: Enjoy freshly baked scones
• Class Commences: Introduction to mindful baking by Ann, followed by hands-on baking with Mary Anne
• Lunch: Enjoy a light and delicious homemade lunch

Why Join:

• Mindful Baking: Ann’s mindfulness techniques enhance stress management and holistic health during the class.
• Unique opportunity to experience the Bramley Apple Blossom in County Armagh.
• The Bramley apples of County Armagh have coveted PGI status which highlights regional and traditional foods.
• Local Ingredients: We use the finest local ingredients and traditional methods for an authentic experience.