Ventons Devon Cyder
Willis Cottage, Clyst St Lawrence, Cullompton, EX15 2NL
Member Overview
What is Venton's Devon Cyder?
Venton's Devon Cyder is a family-run cider producer based in Clyst St Lawrence, East Devon, crafting traditional farmhouse cider using time-honoured Devon methods. Founded by Mark and Sharon Venton after discovering historic apple orchards on their smallholding, the business has grown from a hobby into an award-winning producer renowned for authentic, naturally fermented cider.
Using heritage cider apples, wild yeasts and locally sourced fruit, Venton's continues to champion traditional cider-making techniques while producing some of Devon's most celebrated real ciders.
What does Venton's Devon Cyder offer?
Venton's produces a range of award-winning traditional ciders and related apple products, available direct from the cider barn, online and through selected stockists.
Their range includes:
- Traditional farmhouse cider
- Sparkling bottled cider
- Still draught cider
- Sweet cider
- Keeved cider
- Fruit ciders
- Apple cider vinegar
- Cider gift packs
- Party and event cider boxes
- Cider apple trees and orchard packs
Our Specialities
Venton's Devon Cyder is best known for:
- Traditional Devon cider
- Straw-pressed cider
- Wild yeast fermentation
- Oak barrel maturation
- Heritage cider apples
- Small-batch artisan production
- Real cider
- Apple cider vinegar
- Sparkling and still cider
- Award-winning farmhouse cider
Popular products include:
- Skippy's Scrumpy
- Whiteways Cyder Royal
- Thirst Responder
- Apple Vice
- Sweet Maid
- Wasson
- Apple & Strawberry Cider
Why Choose Venton's Devon Cyder?
Venton's remains committed to traditional cider-making methods that have been used in Devon for generations. Apples are crushed and pressed using a traditional oak twin-screw press, with juice fermented naturally using wild yeasts before maturing in oak barrels.
Customers choose Venton's because of its:
- Multi-award-winning ciders
- Traditional Devon production methods
- Heritage apple varieties
- Wild yeast fermentation
- Local orchard sourcing
- Family-run ethos
- Sustainable approach
- No-waste philosophy
- Small-batch craftsmanship
Sustainability is at the heart of the business, with excess cider turned into cider vinegar and pressed apple pomace fed to livestock, ensuring virtually nothing goes to waste.
Where can you find Venton's Devon Cyder?
Venton's Devon Cyder is based in Clyst St Lawrence, East Devon, where cider is produced using locally sourced apples from traditional Devon orchards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Venton's Devon Cyder different?
Venton's uses traditional Devon cider-making methods, including straw pressing, wild yeast fermentation and oak barrel maturation, creating authentic cider with real character.
Where do your apples come from?
The apples are sourced from local Devon orchards, including heritage cider apple varieties traditionally grown in the region.
Do you use natural fermentation?
Yes. Venton's ciders are fermented using naturally occurring wild yeasts found on the apples themselves.
What types of cider do you produce?
The range includes still ciders, sparkling ciders, sweet ciders, fruit ciders and traditional farmhouse styles
Do you make cider vinegar?
Yes. Venton's produces natural apple cider vinegar made from surplus cider
Can I buy your cider online?
Yes. The full range of products is available through the Venton's online shop, with delivery and collection options available.
Have your ciders won awards?
Yes. Venton's has won numerous awards over the years, including successes at the Food Drink Devon Awards and Devon County Show and other cider competitions
Do you supply pubs and events?
Yes. Venton's supplies draught cider in a variety of formats suitable for pubs, festivals, parties and events
Are you a family-run business?
Yes. Venton's Devon Cyder is proudly family-owned and operated by Mark and Sharon Venton.
Do you attend shows and festivals?
Yes. Venton's regularly attends food festivals, cider events and agricultural shows throughout Devon and the South West.
Can I collect directly from the Cyder Barn?
Yes. Collection is available by arrangement. Simply contact the team beforehand to ensure someone is available to meet you.
Do you offer gift vouchers?
Yes. Gift vouchers and cider gift options make an excellent present for cider enthusiasts and those looking to discover authentic Devon cider.