Crowdfunding Launch for Cider Safaris in Herefordshire
Global cider expert, Gabe Cook, has just announced a crowdfunding launch for his new venture: Cider Safari. Better known as The Ciderologist, Gabe is seeking to raise £20,000 on the Crowdfunder platform to finance the purchase of a vehicle that is central to Cider Safari’s key experiences – authentic small group tours of cider makers within Herefordshire.
Cider Safari seeks to bring to life the heritage, story and personality of Herefordshire Cider through a series of unique, quality experiences. In addition to the flagship one day, guided Cider Safari visiting 3 ciders makers, coming in 2027 will also be a timetable of walking tours and cider making experiences. Private and Corporate tastings are also now available.
“It is entirely fitting, and with intention, that I have launched my crowdfunding appeal for Cider Safari on 21st October as this is National Apple Day”, says Gabe Cook. He continues “Herefordshire makes more cider than anywhere else in the world and it has a heritage dating back 1000 years. It is precisely this authentic heritage and quality that people are seeking to form the backdrop to fun and informative experiences.
The timing of this Crowdfunding could not be more perfect. Visit Herefordshire has just secured five more years of funding to continue its great work of promoting tourism within the County. Over the past five years, Herefordshire’s visitor economy has grown from £470 million to a record £830 million, now supporting almost 8,000 jobs and delivering 24.6% of the County's economy.
With visitor numbers and visitor spend on the rise in the County, Gabe is convinced that Cider Safari has the opportunity to ensure cider is at the heart of any visitor experience to Herefordshire. “We have many great producers undertaking tours and tastings in the County but there is currently a lack of experiences which enables visitors to understand the full breadth of stories, styles and tastes. This crowdfunding will enable me to turn this concept into reality. I ask for curious drinkers, the cider community and the broader drinks industry to support me in any way they can!”
To support Cider Safari on Crowdfunder please head to: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/cider-safari
NOTES
Cider Safari is a new venture from Gabe Cook – The Ciderologist
For further information please contact Gabe Cook via guide@cidersafari.com.
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