The New London Cannery is open to the public for the growing and preserving season and you don’t have to be a Bedford County resident to utilize this facility. For more than 50 years Bedford County has operated a community cannery for the benefit of gardeners who want to preserve their harvest. The cannery is located at 12404 E. Lynchburg Salem Turnpike behind New London Academy and is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. The cannery accommodates #300 and #2-1/2 cans and provides the work space, sinks and supplies.

For more information, please call 434-525-9706.