A-peel to your wild side with a walk through Dorset’s juiciest orchard.

We're offering you a Cider Brewery Tour with Tasting saving you up to 44% off Dorset Nectar's prices.

What To Expect During Your Visit

• A guided walking tour of the cider orchard. Learning about apple varieties, harvesting, and orchard customs.
• Visit the rustic apple press for a hands-on introduction to the cider-making process, from washing to pressing.
• Peek inside the cider barn to see where blending, fermenting and bottling come to life.
• End the tour with a tasting session of five award-winning ciders in the tasting room or sunny cider garden.

Take A Stroll Through A Traditional Cider Orchard

Step into the scenic Dorset countryside with artisan cider brewers who welcome you for a guided walk through their enchanting orchard. As you explore the rows of apple trees, you'll:

• Uncover age-old traditions and folklore tied to British cider making, complete with stories of the annual Wassail to bless the orchard.
• Learn how bees play a vital role in pollination.
• How seasonal changes affect the apple harvest.
• Understand the craft behind every bottle in an immersive experience.

Why Choose This Cider Tasting Experience?

This is more than just a tour—it’s a masterclass in tradition and taste. Engage with passionate brewers, uncover the craft behind small-batch cider, and get to sip a curated flight of flavourful blends. Whether you're a casual cider drinker or a curious food-and-drink enthusiast, this experience invites you behind the scenes of a working orchard and gives you a genuine taste of rural Dorset.

FAQs

• How long does the tour and tasting last?
  The experience typically lasts around 1.5 to 2 hours, including the orchard walk, cider-making overview, and the tasting session.
• Is the tour suitable for children?
  Yes! The orchard walk is family-friendly, and under-12s can join for free. However, the cider tasting is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. All children must be supervised by an adult.
• Do I need to book in advance?
  Yes, booking is recommended to ensure availability, especially during peak seasons and weekends.
• Can I purchase cider on-site?
  Yes, you can buy bottles of the ciders tasted during the tour, along with other local products, at the cider shop.

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