Big Fella Cherries
Coldstream · Yarra Valley
- Season
- Nov-Jan approx (Christmas/summer period)
- Price
- Entry fee applies plus fruit picked charged separately
- Open
- Hours vary seasonally, likely weekends
Pick your own strawberries, cherries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries in Silvan, VIC
Chapman family farming in Silvan since 1894; farm gate shop and group tours also available. Online tickets essential for cherry picking.
| Crop | Typical season |
|---|---|
| Strawberries | October to April; November to April |
| Cherries | November to January; Mid-November to early February |
| Blueberries | December to February; January to March |
| Raspberries | November to June (two windows); December to mid-January |
| Blackberries | November to April; November to May |
Typical windows only — call ahead to confirm what's ripe.
30 Chapman Rd, Silvan, VIC 3795 (also 55 George Rd / 27 Parker Road, Silvan). From Melbourne, this farm is about an hour north-east of Melbourne.
Bring a hat, closed shoes, water and cash or a card for what you pick. Rows can be uneven underfoot, so a pram may be harder going in wet weather. This farm is listed as suitable for children. Facilities aren't confirmed for this farm — check when you call ahead.
Check before you drive
Seasons shift with the weather. Always call the farm to confirm what's ripe and that they're open before you drive out.
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Sourced from the farm's own listings and public tourism sources.
Booking required at Blue Hills Berries & Cherries according to the details we hold. Booking arrangements can change through the season and busy weekends fill quickly, so we recommend calling the farm on +61 3 9737 9400 to confirm before you make the drive.
Leashed dogs are welcome at Blue Hills Berries & Cherries based on what the farm has told us. Rules around pets in picking areas can differ from the rest of a property, so if your dog is coming along it's worth a quick call ahead to confirm the current policy before you set out.