If you’re a local, a Londoner or from further afield, you’ll be amazed at some of the delicious foodie experiences on offer within only a short drive or bike ride of the Bowood Estate. From boozy whereabouts such as brewery tours and cookery schools to more traditional experiences, you name it, Wiltshire will have something for you.
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A popular one amongst both the locals and of course our guests, Champagne Afternoon Tea is served between 2pm and 5pm.
There are few foodies who will turn their noses up at a splash of Champagne served alongside a freshly homemade selection of classic pâtisseries served alongside scones with clotted cream and jam as well as an assortment of finger sandwiches.
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Another favourite amongst many couples on a romantic break is one of our Signature Spa Days or Treatments at The Spa at Bowood.
We also have a couples treatment room should you wish to enjoy your treatments together.
By Car: 9 miles (22 mins) | By Bike: 8.9 miles (48 mins)
The team at Vaughan’s Cookery School have been busy teaching and entertaining their guests using their love of cookery for over a decade.
Their cookery school offers classes not only for locals in Wiltshire but also to those looking for one-off lessons or parties if required. With a stellar ethos, Vaughan’s Kitchen can be deemed a county treasure when it comes to the culinary arts and well worth checking out.
By Car: 11.7 miles (23 mins)
Are you a savvy wine drinker? Or perhaps you’ve always fancied exploring a vineyard in the UK? Either or, a’Beckett’s Vineyard produces some of the UK’s most delectable English wine.
Wiltshire’s largest vineyard was established by Paul & Lynn in 2001 and they offer group vineyard tours and tastings for a very reasonable fee. This is ideal for groups and is only a short drive (or taxi ride!) from the hotel.
By Car: 11.7 miles (23 mins)
Their Victorian Brewery, located in the heart of Devizes is an iconic landmark in the area.
For those looking to explore the brewery and find out how they make their award-winning ales, they have a ‘Brewseum’ which is most certainly worth a trip.
By Car: 26.5 miles (48 mins)
Wilton Windmill is the only operating windmill in Wessex and is set in a picturesque location in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Wiltshire.
Being a fully functioning windmill, Wilton Windmill still produces wholemeal stone-ground flour which is available to purchase and the views are quite stunning.
By Car: 20.8 miles (40 mins)
Ramsey Brewery & Distillery is a little further afield from Bowood but is most definitely worth adding onto your trip agenda.
A tour of the brewery and distillery takes around about an hour and gives you a chance to explore behind the scenes and discover how they create their award-winning beers and spirits. They even include a little taster at the end to round off the experience in a merry manner.
By Car: 8.1 miles (18 mins)
If you fancy getting out of the hotel to explore, why not hire a vintage car for the day and explore the country roads of Wiltshire?
Only a short distance from the hotel, pick yourself up a vintage motor and drive off into the sunset with that special someone besides you.
Team your Wiltshire adventure with a stay here at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort…
