Guide to Windy Hill Orchard & Cider Mill this Fall
Apple cider doughnuts, fresh-picked apples and a glass of cider make Windy Hill Orchard & Cidery a must-stop for fall in York County. From pick-your-own apples to seasonal sips and fresh-from-the-Farm-Stand favorites, here’s what to know before planning your visit.
Doughnuts, Cider and Apples: Oh My!
Start with one of Windy Hill’s favorite fall traditions: apple picking. When pick-your-own dates are available, visitors can head into the orchard to fill a bag with fresh apples straight from the trees. Reservations are required, and availability can vary throughout the season.
Then, make time for the cider. Windy Hill serves a variety of hard ciders made with apples grown right at the orchard, with flights and pints available at the Cider Bar. Prefer something nonalcoholic? Fresh-pressed apple cider is also available.
And don’t leave without trying the apple cider doughnuts, made hot and fresh on open days. Pair one with a cider flight, a cold glass of fresh cider or a Farm Stand stop for pre-picked apples, pies and other seasonal favorites.
Know Before You Go
Planning a visit? Here are a few things to know before you go:
- The Farm Stand is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
- Hard cider tastings, flights and pints are available at the Cider Bar Friday from noon to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
- Pick-your-own apples are available on select dates when crop conditions allow. Reservations are required, so check availability and reserve your spot before your visit.
- There is no general admission fee to visit the Farm Stand or Cider Bar during regular hours, though purchases and some activities have separate costs.
- Fall weekends can be busy, especially during peak afternoon hours, so arriving earlier can make for an easier visit.
- Live music, seasonal events and special cider releases happen throughout the fall, so check Windy Hill’s current calendar before heading out.
Whether you’re stopping in for apples, cider or a warm doughnut, Windy Hill is an easy addition to a fall day in the OED.
