Cider History in the Nelson and Tasman Region

Cider has a rich heritage in the Nelson/Tasman Region. Essentially Redwood Cellars (1947) and Rochdale Cider (1945) (McCashins) are the two longest established Cider producers. In recent times they have been joined by Peckhams Cider – specialising in traditional English style Cider, and a number of breweries complementing their beer range with a Cider. Between them Nelson produces around 60% of all the Cider produced in New Zealand. Nelson/Tasman is New Zealand’s second largest apple growing region and produces around a third of New Zealand’s apples (and the best quality!). A highly suitable location for The New Zealand Cider Festival!

Here are some fantastic images thanks to McCashins Brewery & Redwood Cider Co.
Bill Peck - Rochdale Cider Factory - Peck Family Collection
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2018 NZ Cider Festival Sponsor Logos
The NZ Cider Festival has received sponsorship funding for this year’s event from the Nelson Events Marketing & Development Programme, which is funded by the Nelson City Council. The Programme’s objective is to stimulate Nelson City’s economy in the shoulder and off seasons by bringing new spending through visitors coming to Nelson for distinct events.

Testimonial

“The 2017 New Zealand Cider Festival was a great success. The turnout and enthusiasm from all that attended was incredible and shows how the level of interest and excitement around New Zealand cider has grown. We are looking forward to the next festival as we come off the back of a fantastic year at Zeffer.”
– Jody Scott, chief Cider Maker Zeffer

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