Crispin's Cider

Links / Reference

Sites

Join the UK Cider online community via their Wiki and Discussion groups.

Andrew Lea's Wittenham Hill Cider

Excellent scientific papers, advice and references from an original Long Ashton Researcher.

Orchard Link

Supporting South Devon's orchards

Books

Real Cidermaking - on a small scale

Compact yet comprehensive; focusing on traditional manual methods you could try at home. Ideal if you're considering cider making for the first time and want something reasonably comprehensive. Also contains details on making your own press and even a little poetry - my favourite is "Moonlit Apples". Best of all are the little illustrations, a couple of which can be found on this site, courtesy of Special Interest Books.

Cider - The Forgotten Miracle

Certainly not a step-by-step guide, but an enjoyable read about the cider making culture and tradition of England, particularly the South West. Lots of artwork and poetry along with great historical quotes and food for thought - did the French really invent the Champagne Method?