Nuts
Cobnuts & Walnuts – Grown in the Surrey Hills
In 2021 we planted 240 nut trees at Joy Farms alongside more than 1,000 native English broadleaf trees, as part of our long-term commitment to farming with nature.
Our orchard includes traditional Kent Cobnuts, Gunslebert Cobnuts and Walnuts. The trees are still young, so each year's harvest is limited, but every season the crop grows stronger.
Adrian, a qualified Arboriculturist and Merrist Wood graduate, planted and now cares for every tree. For us, growing cobnuts isn't just about producing food—it's about preserving heritage varieties and creating a thriving landscape for future generations.
The Cobnut Story – heritage & tradition
Cobnuts are a heritage variety of hazelnut first cultivated in Kent during the early 1800s. Unlike the dried hazelnuts found in supermarkets, fresh cobnuts are harvested seasonally and change throughout the autumn—from crisp, creamy green cobnuts in late summer to richer, sweeter nuts as they fully mature.
Once a favourite of Victorian households, cobnuts are enjoying a revival as more people rediscover seasonal British produce.
Want to know how to eat green cobnuts? Read our guide →
Season
Green cobnuts are usually available from late August, with the nuts gradually ripening through autumn.
As our orchard is still young, supplies are limited each year.
For advice on storing fresh cobnuts and making them last, see our Green Cobnut Guide.
Enjoying our cobnuts
Fresh green cobnuts are delicious:
eaten straight from the shell
served with cheese
added to salads
roasted
baked into seasonal recipes
Looking for inspiration?
Our Green Cobnut Guide includes serving ideas plus recipes from Paul Hollywood, Great British Chefs and other seasonal favourites.
How to buy our nuts
Our harvest is still relatively small, so fresh cobnuts are available in limited quantities each season.
Fresh green cobnuts (including their traditional leafy husks): £18 per kg (Aug26 for limited time only)
Available from the farm gate while stocks last.
As the orchard matures, we hope to offer a wider range of cobnuts and walnuts in future years.
Interested in buying some? Get in touch or visit the farm gate during the season.
Enquire about buying Cobnuts
👉 Allergen notice: Cobnuts and walnuts are tree nuts and classed as allergens under UK law. Please avoid if you have a nut allergy.
Learn more
Want to discover more about our orchard and fresh cobnuts?
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