Last community mission of the year in Manor Woods Valley and it was all about preparing the orchard space for the Wassail in January.

The Wassail takes place annually and has been scientifically proven to improve the apple harvest. Unfortunately Peter suspects that the volume of sound from pots and pans and singing was insufficient to scare off the bad spirits this year so we are hoping for an improvement on Saturday 18th - hopefully there will be plenty joining in the festivities between 2 and 4 pm!

We used shears to cut down any protruding brambles so that the space was somewhat less of a trip hazzard and enjoyed a chat about our favourite festive reads.

At the end we were properly spoiled with some warm mulled apple juice and mince pies. Happy Christmas to everyone involved!!🎄