Pig y Glomen

Pig y Glomen, meaning “Pigeon’s Beak” in Welsh, is a traditional Welsh cooking apple valued for its excellent flavour and distinctive fruit shape.

It produces flavoursome cooked dishes with little need for added sugar.

Features

• Traditional Welsh cooking apple
• Excellent flavour when cooked
• Requires little additional sugar in culinary use
• Distinctive fruit shape with a raised area near the stalk
• Heritage variety with strong regional character
• Suitable for pies, purées, and traditional cooking

Origins / Notes

The variety is thought to originate from Pembrokeshire, although it has also been found growing in Denbighshire and on Anglesey. Its Welsh name refers to the distinctive raised area near the stalk, giving the fruit the appearance of a bird's beak.

Disease Resistance

Generally regarded as a hardy traditional Welsh orchard variety with good field resilience.

Pollination Season

Mid-season

Harvesting Season

Late season, typically October.

Storage

Moderate to good keeping qualities. Best cooking window extends from harvest through winter, with flavour remaining strong and well balanced in storage.

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