Harrold Calvados Society

Harrold Calvados Society stall

The Harrold Calvados Society is a cider-making group based in the village of Harrold, North Bedfordshire, England.[1][2][3][4] It operates entirely through the work of its volunteer members, donating all profits to local charities,[5][6] having raised nearly £50,000 since its foundation in 2004. Monies are distributed each year to causes such as Cold Relief, Sue Ryder Care, Riding for the Disabled, Dine With Us, and Prostate Cancer initiatives.[3][7][8][9]

Making use of locally donated apples where possible,[10] the Society sells up to 2,000 litres of cider per year. The main product is branded Lambasted Cider,[5] available in draught, bottled, and mulled varieties; the Society also makes a distilled cider spirit (akin to Calvados),[11] and a cider vinegar. These are sold from stalls at regional markets and village events,[12][13][14][5] and in local outlets such as pubs and restaurants.[3][15][16][17]

Lambasted cider at Harrold Calvados Society stall

References

  1. ↑ "The Redevelopment Project". Harrold Centre. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  2. ↑ CAMRA. Real Cider and Perry in Bedfordshire. https://old.eastbeds.camra.org.uk/casket/casket25_may_2016.pdf
  3. 1 2 3 "Home Page". Harrold Calvados Society. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  4. ↑ "Harrold Calvados Society". Bedford Today. 22 October 2015.
  5. 1 2 3 Milton Keynes and North Bucks CAMRA branch newsletter. Spring 2014. A tour of local cider producers. Campaign for Real Ale. 30,8.
  6. ↑ "Six men and just one bike". Bedfordshire Times and Citizen. 25 April 2013.
  7. ↑ "North Beds CAMRA - Cider & Perry". old.northbeds.camra.org.uk. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  8. ↑ "Clubs for Adults". Harrold Online. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  9. ↑ "Thank you from our Moroccan team | Blog". Tribal Tracks. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  10. ↑ HARROLD ODELL COUNTRY PARK NEWS. Stevington Magazine. September 2017, No.182 https://stevington.org.uk/magazine/2017-3-Sep.pdf
  11. ↑ "Calvados du Roi Harold - 1990s (40%, 70cl)". Old Spirits Company. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  12. ↑ "Vendors | Bedford Flea, Affordable Art & Local Produce Market". Bedford Flea. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  13. ↑ "Richard enjoys a fun afternoon at Harrold Pit Run". Richard Fuller MP. 2025-05-02. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  14. ↑ Bromham Parish Council - Receipts & Payments 2024-2025. Harrold Calvados Society. Apple Day Stall. https://bromham-pc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/simple-file-list/Audits/Audit-Documents-2024-2025/Receipts-Payments-2024-2025.pdf
  15. ↑ The Untappd. "Lambasted - Harrold Calvados Society". Untappd. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  16. ↑ Sophie (2022-09-11). "Three locally-inspired Cocktail Recipes by Sunday Cocktail Club". Sophie etc.®. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  17. ↑ "Drinks and cocktail menu". www.scribd.com. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
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