Journalist tries grape picking at new York vineyard
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 06:32 · Archive
A journalist participated in the harvest at Goose Beck Vineyard near York, owned by Paul Chasney and his family.
A journalist participated in grape picking at Goose Beck Vineyard near Bilton-in-Ainsty, close to Tockwith. The vineyard was created by Paul Chasney, his wife Lisa and daughters Antonia and Felicity. Grapes were first planted during the Covid era, with the first commercial harvest taking place last year.
The journalist arrived on a warm October Saturday at 9.30am, where coffee, croissants and pastries were provided to volunteers. Lisa Chasney gave a health and safety briefing, explaining the risks of sharp clippers and other equipment. Volunteers were supplied with clippers, gloves and eyeglasses, and informed that a first aid kit was available. They were also warned to watch for wasps, as a European wasp had been spotted at the vineyard the previous day.
The group then moved to the vineyards where they filled buckets with grapes before tipping the contents into large trays. The first variety picked was Hibernal, a green grape used in wine-making.
How it is being reported
- How I enjoyed the 'therapeutic' benefits of grape picking near YorkHaving heard of the ‘therapeutic’ benefits of grape picking, I thought I better give it a go.The Press (York) · 17 Oct, 06:00
- How I enjoyed the 'therapeutic' benefits of grape picking near YorkHaving heard of the ‘therapeutic’ benefits of grape picking, I thought I better give it a go.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 17 Oct, 06:00
In this story: Paul Chasney · Lisa Chasney · Antonia Chasney · Felicity Chasney · Goose Beck Vineyard · York · Tockwith · Bilton-in-Ainsty
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