Tour:
Visit the distillery and discover the history of Downton Distillery, the heritage of the surrounding area and how this has influenced our award-winning premium spirits. The distillery is located on the Domaine Hugo Vineyard which overlooks the Wiltshire Downs and Avon Valley.
The tours are designed to inform, entertain, and may require your active participation. Tours will take groups of 10 – 12 people only, which ensures everyone enjoys their time and gets the best experience possible.
For private tours please contact info@downtondistillery.com.
The events are run by Hugh Anderson, the founder and head distiller of Downton Distillery.
- Learn about the history of Downton and what makes us unique.
- Learn how we make our spirits and the botanicals that we use.
- Tour the vineyard and see where we are re-wilding Juniper.
- Learn about our partnerships with other producers, creating new products.
- An introduction to recipe creation (lots of sampling), including James Gins.
- See your sustainability programme and how we operate it.
- Introduce you to the Great Bustard Conservation programme.
- Sample Explorer’s Gin and then enjoy it in a classic Gin and Tonic.
Cost: £50
Duration: 4hrs
Please note:
- Bring valid ID with you as we operate a challenge 25 policy.
- Copy of your receipt for the tour (proof on the phone is fine)
- You will be required to walk around the grounds, so sensible footwear should be worn.
- As the distillery has no heating, please bring warm clothing during the winter months.
Where to eat post event:
Both the Goat and Wooden Spoon serve great food and drinks.
Need a Taxi?
JCS Taxis - 07786 036525 based in Downton & Nomansland.
Have a Tour Gift Card?
Your gift card will have a code, which you enter at checkout.
Tour:
Visit the distillery and discover the history of Downton Distillery, the heritage of the surrounding area and how this has influenced our award-winning premium spirits. The distillery is located on the Domaine Hugo Vineyard which overlooks the Wiltshire Downs and Avon Valley.
The tours are designed to inform, entertain, and may require your active participation. Tours will take groups of 10 – 12 people only, which ensures everyone enjoys their time and gets the best experience possible.
For private tours please contact info@downtondistillery.com.
The events are run by Hugh Anderson, the founder and head distiller of Downton Distillery.
- Learn about the history of Downton and what makes us unique.
- Learn how we make our spirits and the botanicals that we use.
- Tour the vineyard and see where we are re-wilding Juniper.
- Learn about our partnerships with other producers, creating new products.
- An introduction to recipe creation (lots of sampling), including James Gins.
- See your sustainability programme and how we operate it.
- Introduce you to the Great Bustard Conservation programme.
- Sample Explorer’s Gin and then enjoy it in a classic Gin and Tonic.
Cost: £50
Duration: 4hrs
Please note:
- Bring valid ID with you as we operate a challenge 25 policy.
- Copy of your receipt for the tour (proof on the phone is fine)
- You will be required to walk around the grounds, so sensible footwear should be worn.
- As the distillery has no heating, please bring warm clothing during the winter months.
Where to eat post event:
Both the Goat and Wooden Spoon serve great food and drinks.
Need a Taxi?
JCS Taxis - 07786 036525 based in Downton & Nomansland.
Have a Tour Gift Card?
Your gift card will have a code, which you enter at checkout.
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