Summer Cherry Fest in the Adelaide Hills
Cherry season is in full swing so head to the Hills for pick your own or shed door sales at nearly 25 orchards across the region. As well as being ripe for the picking, it's also a great time to wrap your lips around some of the most delicious cherry dishes at local restaurants, cellar doors and pubs.
Cherries are in season for approximately 8 weeks from mid-late November to January so you have a fairly small window to pick your own cherries or purchase beautiful fresh cherries direct from the grower!
Visit the Cherries SA website to download the cherry map for your guide to orchards to visit. Some growers offer picking, others shed door sales only but you’ll get all the information you need with this handy map. Alternatively the Fresh Fruit app (App Store or Google Play) is an up-to-date guide to what is open and when.
Most orchards charge an entry fee, then you can pick to your heart’s delight and pay for the amount you have harvested based on weight - the price varies between growers and from season to season.
Orchard opening times are subject to weather conditions and availability of fruit so it's worth ringing ahead, looking at the orchard's social media or referring to the Fresh Fruit app to check on availability before you visit.
Every orchard offers a unique experience - some have a cafe, shop, picnic area or extra activities for children.
Throughout December you can also find Summer Cherry Fest dishes featured on menus at restaurants, cellar doors and pubs - see the Cherries SA website for further details.
Don't forget to wear sun protection and closed flat shoes if you plan on picking in the orchard! Please be mindful of neighbouring properties and do not enter private property without permission.