PLEASE NOTE: We only deliver to HX, OL14-15 and BD13-22 postcodes.

What varieties of apples grow in the UK?

The UK has a long history of apple cultivation, and there are many different varieties of apples that are grown in the UK. Some of the most popular varieties of apples that are grown in the UK include:

  • Bramley: A large, green apple that is tart in flavour, it's the most popular cooking apple in the UK.

  • Cox: A medium-sized apple that is sweet and juicy, it is a popular eating apple.

  • Braeburn: A medium-sized apple that is crisp, sweet, and juicy with a red and yellow skin. It's a good all-purpose apple for eating and cooking.

  • Gala: A medium-sized, sweet and juicy apple with a red and yellow skin. It's a popular eating apple.

  • Granny Smith: A large, green apple that is tart in flavour, it's a popular eating apple and good for cooking.

  • Golden Delicious: A large, sweet, and juicy apple with a yellow skin. It's a popular eating apple and good for cooking.

  • Pink Lady: A medium-sized, sweet and juicy apple with a pinkish-red skin. It's a popular eating apple, good for baking and cooking.

  • Fuji: A large, sweet and juicy apple with a red and yellow skin. It's a popular eating apple

  • Discovery: A medium-sized, sweet, and juicy apple with a red skin. It's a popular eating apple.

Keep in mind that different varieties of apples have different seasons, some are available from late summer to early autumn, while others are available from late autumn to winter. Also, it depends on the region and weather conditions, some varieties may be more or less common in specific areas.

When it's in season you can buy apples online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).