Natural landmarks · South East England
National Fruit Collection
In or near Whitehill.
National Fruit Collection — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Brogdale Central Station · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
National Fruit Collection is a other located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The National Fruit Collection is one of the largest fruit collections globally, featuring approximately 3,500 cultivars of apples, pears, plums, cherries, vines, and cob nuts. It is located at Brogdale Farm in Kent and is maintained by the University of Reading in collaboration with the Fruit Advisory Services Team, offering guided tours and various events throughout the year.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The National Fruit Collection is located in South-East England. It houses a comprehensive array of fruit varieties, showcasing the diversity of the UK's horticultural heritage. This collection is of significant importance for research and conservation efforts.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.2997, 0.8794
- County
- Kent
- District
- Swale
- Parish
- Ospringe
- Postcode
- ME13 8XZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Faversham and Mid Kent
- Nearest railway station
- Brogdale Central Station — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.nationalfruitcollection.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/314413369 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is National Fruit Collection?
- National Fruit Collection is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME13 8XZ), in the parish of Ospringe.
- What is National Fruit Collection?
- National Fruit Collection — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to National Fruit Collection?
- The nearest railway station is Brogdale Central Station, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME13 8XZ.
- Is National Fruit Collection a protected site?
- Yes — National Fruit Collection is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is National Fruit Collection free to visit?
- Yes, National Fruit Collection is free to enter.
- How do I get to National Fruit Collection?
- The nearest railway station is Brogdale Central Station, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME13 8XZ.