Barnard's Orchard
A 300-year-old family orchard outside Kennett Square: about 30 apple varieties, the farm's own cider, and a farm store.
1079 Wawaset Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348 · About 25–30 minutes
Hours
Hours not posted
Last checked 2026-09-30
- Cost
- Free
- Best for
- All ages
- Typical visit
- 30 minutes–1 hour
The Quick Version
- • A family orchard on Route 842 near Kennett Square, bought in 1726 and now farmed by the eighth generation.
- • About 30 apple varieties, including heritage apples, on roughly 18 acres, plus the farm's own cider, apple butter and applesauce.
- • Fall apples are in the farm store (in late September the farm's Facebook named Crimson Crisp and Sweet Tango). Call about pick-your-own before you go.
- • A farm store and orchard rather than a fall festival; we haven't confirmed any hayrides or play areas.
Best Ages
All ages
Plan For
30 minutes–1 hour
Adults
Free to visit
Kids
Free to visit
What to Expect
Barnard's Orchard has been in the same family since 1726, and 2026 is its 300th year. It's an orchard and farm store: about 30 apple varieties, peaches and pears in season, and the farm's own cider.
Pick-your-own availability isn't posted online, so call before you promise the kids picking.
Who It's Best For
Our take: best for kids who like tasting and picking out apples.
Highlights
Apples
About 30 varieties, including heritage apples.
Farm cider
The farm's own cider, apple butter and applesauce.
Logistics
Admission
Adults
Free to visit
Kids
Free to visit
Under
Free
No admission; you pay for what you buy. Pick-your-own availability and pricing aren't posted online, so call ahead.
Getting There
Parking
On the farm.
Entrance
1079 Wawaset Rd (Route 842), Kennett Square.
Parent Logistics
Not confirmed.
Not confirmed — ask on arrival.
Not confirmed.
Not confirmed.
Food & Snacks
The farm store sells its own apple cider, apple butter and applesauce, plus sauces, jellies, honey and snacks from local makers.
Snack strategy: An apple and a cup of cider from the store.
Pro Tips
- ✓ Call (610) 347-2151 to ask about pick-your-own before you drive out.
- ✓ Check the farm's Facebook for the week's apples.
When to Go
Best Time to Visit
Fall weekdays. Hours and what's available change through the season; the farm posts updates on Facebook.
Seasonal Notes
Fall apples and fresh cider are in the farm store as of late September 2026, per the farm's Facebook. Call (610) 347-2151 to ask whether pick-your-own is open.
While You're in the Area
Pair it with lunch in Kennett Square, about 10 minutes away.
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