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THE JOURNAL
Stories, recipes, and reflections from our corner of Wiltshire — exploring the craft, the landscape, and the flavours that shape our spirits.
LATEST NEWS | DOWNTON DISTILLERY
Distillery Garden | When the Dawn Chorus Falls Quiet
Britain’s dawn chorus is growing quieter. Inspired by a recent Guardian investigation, we explore what birdsong reveals about the health of our countryside, the species recorded at Downton Distillery, and...
WILDLIFE ON THE DOWNS | DISTILLERY GARDEN DIARY
Before work starts, take 10 minutes to listen to the world around you. The distillery garden is home to a new ecosystem and it is magical to be part of...
Education | Wiltshire Downs | Wick Down
The hills around the distillery truly are alive with the sound of music. Not from instruments or orchestras, but from the countless birds and wildlife that inhabit the chalk downs...