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Ciphrous

Primarily a dessert variety. Introduced near Westbury-on-Severn in 1920

Origin: Westbury-on-Severn

Status: Critical

For further information on this and other pears, please see "Pears of Gloucestershire and Perry Pears of the Three Counties" by Charles Martell.

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Pear of the Moment

Gregg’s Pit
Gregg’s Pit

Once very common in the vicinity of Much Marcle. Presumed to have originated at Gregg’s Pit in that village, where a very large specimen still grows.

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