Llanyrafon Manor Size:Kirchensaller A heavy cropper

A heavy cropper

Found in the grounds of Llanyrafon Manor in Cwmbran

Sturmer Pipping produces a crisp and sharp apple

Reputedly introduced in 1790 by Wood of Huntingdon

Found near the remains of the thirteenth century abbey on Bardsey Island by ornithologist Andrew Clarke

Llanyrafon Manor Size:Kirchensaller A heavy cropperA Welsh perry pear from Monmouthshire. Round pale green skin with some dark russet. Found in the grounds of Llanyrafon Manor in Cwmbran, it is thought that the cider and perry orchards there were to provide for the farm labourers once housed there, especially during hay making season. A sweet and pleasant perry. Can also be used as an eater. Permission to use photograph by the Welsh Perry and Cider Society is gratefully acknowledged.