TENBURY Applefest again opened the eyes of hundreds of people to the fruit that has made the name of the Teme Valley.

It is long past when agriculture provided most of the work for people living in the area but its apple orchards alongside hop growing and mistletoe give Tenbury its history.

Most people who shop at supermarkets would do well to name a handful of different apples but there are in fact hundreds of varieties and many were on show at The Burgage.

Local producer Frank P Matthews had a large display and members of the Marches Apple Group were on hand to identify those that are less well known.

People also had the chances to have their apples pressed into juice and there was also an apple pie competition for keen bakers. Cider makers could also showcase the tradition drink of the farmyard.

There was also a programme of family activities and trade stands for people that want to shop.

Entertainment included Morris Dancing, music from the Teme Valley Band and Punch and Judy.

Children from local primary schools will be sang. There was also a chance for children to have their faces painted.

Visitors could watch a blacksmiths display, take part in a mini alpaca trek and enjoy a display of vintage cars from an MG Club.