This is where you will be able to find information on real cider in Rutland and the pubs stocking it

Cider makers

Manton Hollow Cidery is within the Rutland county boundary. It was established in 2021 with the aim of producing high quality, natural cider from traditional orchards rich in biodiversity. The cider is made by Charlie Udale and his friends at the family farm in Manton, Rutland.The fruit is harvested by hand from orchards at Manton Hollow and nearby Lyndon Top. Only the finest cider fruit is used, and winter pruning routines ensure high sun exposure for maximum sweetness and aroma.The apples are ‘sweated’ for at least a month before milling so ripening can complete. After the juice has been gently pressed on a handmade, traditional rack and cloth press, it is fermented by yeasts and bacteria that occur naturally on the fruit for maximum complexity.

For more information see: Instagram @manton_hollow

Another local cider maker is just over the border at Twyford Cidentro Cider House

Real Cider Pubs

The following pubs have real cider available:

Captain Noel Newton, Oakham (cider changes)
Crown, Uppingham (Old Rosie and Rosie's Pig)
Empingham Cricket and Social Club (cider changes)
Grainstore, Oakham (often a fruit-flavoured cider)
Plough, Greetham (Black Dragon and Sandford’s Scrumpy)
Sun Inn, Cottesmore(Abrahalls Vintage and Celtic Marches)
Wheatsheaf, Oakham (Abrahalls Vintage,Rosie's Pig, Scrambler, Sheppy’s, Stan’s Big Apple, and Sting’s Merry Monk)

Our Cider Officer ku.gro.armac.dnaltur@pihsrebmem() would be very pleased to receive information about any further pubs that stock real cider on a regular basis.