Planting for the Future: Kellogg’s Orchard Takes Shape

Kellogg College is pleased to announce the planting of a new Orchard, made possible by generous support from the Tree Council. This carefully planned green space, located next to the College Hub, brings together heritage fruit trees, native wildflowers and new hedging to create an area that promotes biodiversity and enhances the local environment.

Planted in spring 2025, the orchard includes a selection of traditional fruit tree varieties:

• • Two cherry (Morello and Sunburst)
  • Two apple (Grenadier and James Grieve)
  • Two plum (Opal and The Czar)
  • Two pear (Concorde and Louise Bonne de Jersey)
  • Two further cherry (Morello and Bigarreau Napoleon)

Beneath the trees, a wildflower meadow has been established to support pollinators and seasonal wildlife. Planted garden beds sit between new picnic tables, bringing year-round interest and colour to the space. Surrounding the orchard, 50 yew trees have been planted to form a natural hedge, which will provide both structure and a valuable habitat for birds and insects.

The project has been delivered with funding from the Tree Council and forms part of the College’s broader sustainability strategy. It demonstrates Kellogg’s commitment to climate action, biodiversity and long-term environmental responsibility.

The Orchard has already been viewed by many attending College, graduation and other Kellogg events. It has become a focal point for garden tours, student gatherings and community events, offering a welcoming and nature-rich space for members and visitors alike. Kellogg College is proud to see this project take root and looks forward to watching the orchard flourish in the years ahead, as a place where people, plants and pollinators can thrive together.

“The development of the orchard is a great addition to our College, providing a fantastic central aesthetic feature but also being another step in our journey towards enhanced biodiversity in the College grounds and gardens, encouraging insects and pollinators. It also creates an ecological gain for us by facilitating carbon sequestration, which further supports our sustainability goals and enables us to press on with other projects around the College whilst ensuring we are sympathetic to our climate responsibilities.” Chris Licence, Domestic Bursar

“We are delighted to be establishing a modest orchard on the Kellogg site, which we regard as a sign of the College’s long-term commitment to improving the biodiversity in the Norham Manor area. The orchard will also provide a tranquil area of shade, which we hope students, staff and passers-by can enjoy. The biodiversity aims complement the College’s plans to become carbon neutral by 2035.” Chris Pugh, Sustainability Fellow

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