Heritage Strawberries

Utilising local resources and expertise, considerable research has been undertaken into the history of strawberry growing, and the varieties of strawberries utilised at different times. A plot of land at the Silver Mine has been identified. Funding will now be applied for, to purchase those varieties still available and plant them, with explanatory notices.

Project  title & strategic priorities

Heritage strawberries

SP 1, 6

Description& rationale

Combe Martins history of strawberry growing was to an extent defined by varieties of early strawberries. CMSMRPS have an orchard containing varieties of old Devon apples and will make land available therein for market gardeners (Wyborn Bros) to plant Heritage strawberry varieties, to preserve a historical asset.

What it will deliver

Preservation of Combe  Martin Strawberry history.

Who  will lead & key partners

CMCCT, Wyborn Bros, CMSMRPS, Orchards Live

Estimated  cost

£200

Possible  funding streams

Local funding

Resources  required to deliver

Project management

Next  steps & dates

Identify land. Source heritage variety strawberries  locally. Agree planting and maintenance schedule  by May 2017