Chappies

Chappies is a cracking spot in Silvan, right in the Yarra Valley. It's been a family farm for four generations, and they really know their stuff when it comes to growing fruit. You can head out into the orchards and pick your own cherries, raspberries, and blackberries, which is a real highlight for heaps of visitors. Folks rave about the sweet cherries and all the different varieties of berries on offer. They've even got white cherries, which you don't see every day. If U-pick isn't your thing, or if you're just passing through, their farm shop sells pre-picked seasonal fruit too. Beyond the berries and cherries, Chappies also grows fresh lemons and they're pretty excited about their new bayberry crop. One reviewer mentioned a short bus trip to the orchards for picking, which sounds like part of the fun. The staff, like Kaz who shows you around the berry farm, get a shout-out for being friendly and helpful. It's a proper farm experience, and you get to taste some really fresh, local produce straight from the source. The kids love it, and there's plenty of parking for everyone.