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Upon arrival we’ll run through the basics before demonstrating pottery throwing on the wheel to make a small Pot. It’s then over to you to ‘throw’ your own small pot (or two, time permitting). Your creation/s will need to be left with us for drying and kiln firing ready for you to decorate at home with your own acrylic paints and varnish. The price includes firing of one pot only, second pots can be kiln fired for an additional cost. Your pot/s can be collected approx 6-8 weeks from the date of your experience or we can post for a small additional cost. Allow up to 1hr 30mins in total for this experience. This session is a fun ‘taster’ pottery throwing for those who have never tried a potter’s wheel and always fancied ‘having a go’. Aprons are provided but we recommend wearing clothes you won’t mind getting a little messy. Please message if you require availability for a date not shown, or have a larger group. Other things to note: Our studio is situated in a pedestrian only shopping precinct, however, we are a just few minutes walk from bus stops, nearby street parking and pay and display car parks at Chilcote Close and Hampton Avenue.

Upon arrival at the farm you will explore the vast farm area with a walking tour. You can see and learn about the multi-species mixes we plant and the biodiversity this creates within each field. You will meet our Jersey girls, watch the milking process in our parlour and Sam will engage in a Q&A for any questions you may have about our low impact style of farming. We will serve up delicious treats for you to try and you will leave the experience with a glass bottle of the freshest Jersey milk to take home and enjoy and a new understanding of sustainable, natural, organic farming! Other things to note: Please be prepared for all weathers, wear suitable footwear and be prepared to get a little muddy. Ideally you should bring a change of footwear and something to put your dirty shoes in. We will provide an ice cream and a bottle of milk however no other food or drink is included.

You'll arrive at our farm where you will be greeted by Farmer Emma and her team, you will then walk through the barn where have animals wanting a cuddle. You will go up into the shop where we will have a brief health and safety chat, you will then receive your bag of feed for your alpaca and we will head into the field to meet all of our trekking boys. Once you have chosen your Alpaca and had a stroke of their super soft fleeces, we will walk around and up the field through our paddocks where we have other sheep and alpacas. With stunning views of Bodmin moor and our animals you will spend approx 1 hour walking around the fields where we will feed, and take photos. Once back down in the shop you will have your Cornish Cream tea, all made with Cornish products. You will be able to ask questions and mooch around our shop and see all our lovely quality made products. We hope to see you on the rolling hills of Bodmin Moor soon. Please note dogs are not able to come on the experience. ( all dietary requirements can be catered for) Other things to note Please get in touch if you have any questions. Or enquires we are always happy to help.

The tour, which runs on Sundays and Wednesdays between May and September, starts with a visit to the winery and wine store where you will see how we process the grapes and produce sparkling wine. This will be followed by a visit to the vineyard (stout shoes recommended) where you will see the 2,500 vines and be able to discuss the challenges of growing vines in the UK. The visit will finish with a visit to the Tasting Room and a glass of the 2019 Wellhayes Sparkling Wine, a traditional Devon cream tea and samples of Wellhayes luxury handmade chocolates made using the spirit we produce on site. Other things to note As the tour will include a walk through the vineyard (weather permitting) stout footwear is advised. Well-behaved children are welcome for whom a cream tea can be provided at an additional cost of £8, payable locally. Well-behaved dogs are also welcome, although we ask that they don't come into the winery. It is usually fine for the owner to stay with them at the door and listen from there. All facilities are wheelchair accessible.

Distillery taster tour followed by a luxury Picnic in our stunning Tree House, delicatessen grazing picnic or afternoon tea picnic with Basket of Gin and tonics from the onsite Distillery. Romantic Tree House set in ancient Oak Trees with wood burner, balcony, hammocks and tire swing. Perfect for special occasions and engagements.

Come and see the stunning Swanaford Estate with a 90-minute tour and tasting experience. The experience starts with a guided tour of beautiful Swanaford vineyard in Devon, during which guests will hear the story of how two people with no background experience came to have a vineyard on Dartmoor and the adventures we have had growing grapes and making wine. This is followed by a wine tasting experience which includes all of our wines and a local, award-winning gin. While the tasting experience is going on, we'll talk guests though the wine making process including the passion and delicate balance of work that goes in to making Traditional Method English Sparkling Wine. There will also be an opportunity to look around our winery where the grapes are pressed and the magic happens! Your guide will be one of our experienced vineyard managers.

Take a horse drawn carriage trip back in time to a calmer, slower age, & learn a little about the glory of working horses at our traditional horse powered farm. We have no tractors! We start in the horse barn & encourage guests to interact with our wonderful horses while we harness them, but if you prefer, you can watch from a distance. Learn a little about the horses, their working life, their harness & equipment before we hitch up & climb aboard to begin your trip back in time through the peaceful countryside surrounding our farm. Out on the ride I will share some local farming practices, a bit of local history, & give you an insight into our way of life, but if you want peace & quiet, we can do that to! We can adjust timings & numbers to suit your party. Our hay wagon can accommodate up to 15 people in a private group. Our carriages are comfortable but open to the elements, & it can sometimes get cold, so make sure you bring warm & weatherproof clothing. We encourage children to take an active part in proceedings if they wish. The welfare of our horses is important to us and we are proud of their condition, their turnout and their behaviour. Your support makes a huge difference to the viability of our farm and we hope you leave us with a real sense of the nobility of our working horses & of having travelled back in time in our horse powered time machine!

Join us for a fantastic coastal tour and explore of the bay. You will arrive at our vibrant hub and we will get kitted up and safety briefed. The excitement then begins to build as you are taken onboard one of our boats ready for a leisurely coastal tour. The tour starts in MDL Marina where we make our way past the many expensive and exclusive motor yachts - once out of the marina we are in open seas. We hug the stunning coastline which is rich in geology and wildlife and is what makes the English Riviera so unique. We then seek for our resident pod of dolphins, keep an eye out for seals basking on the rocks and explore the many secluded cove and caves. It really is an experience that will not be forgotten.

Please note that this experience can be booked outside the times shown. Please contact me to check availability, thanks .You will be taken on an immediately friendly, factual, relaxed, under the skin tour of one of the world's great medieval cities. Using my extensive local guiding knowledge you will experience intimate areas of the city not normally shown to the public. You will see things largely unknown, surprisingly, to even its own citizenry! I will personally guide you through living history from Roman roots AD50, the Rougement Castle of William The Conqueror 1068, Northernhay Gardens, Englands very first public space 1612, Britains' narrowest street 14th century and the 2 great medieval halls 1130 and 1471 to which we will have unique access. Along the way we'll delve into 1680s witchcraft, when Exeter became the last place in England to execute witches, The Prayer Book Rebellion 1549, Norman Conquest 1060s, Insurrection 1497, Vikings 1003, both World Wars, Royal births and the Woollen Cloth Trade which paid for all of it, and made Exeter the 3rd wealthiest city outside London. What I've described will be a delightful 3 hours and I haven't even mentioned the great Cathedral nor the waterways... Bring a curious mind, a camera, comfortable shoes and you will not be disappointed!

Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel, watched a film, or seen her plays, it doesn't matter! This 2.5 hour walking tour, tells the story of her truly remarkable and inspiring life. The terrain is flat and follows the beautiful coastline, with refreshments and toilets en route. Guests will be enthralled to hear about her early years in Torquay, her bitter/sweet marriage to Archie Christie, and where she found the inspiration to create her legendary murder mysteries and characters. I will provide guests with an understanding of who she was and how she bounced back from personal and professional challenges to become the world's most successful author There is an opportunity to create a 'murder' at her bust.... you can stand where Agatha stood 100 years ago on the pier. You'll also hear Agatha speaking! Guests are invited to recreate the occasion when Miss Marple and Poirot met for the only time to commemorate Agatha’s 100th birthday. By the end of the tour, you'll have a better appreciation of her outstanding contributions during both World Wars, her courage to travel alone to Baghdad and become a distinguished archaeologist, and how her books continue to touch the lives of millions around the world. This walk can be tailor-made for groups who'd prefer a private tour Well behaved dogs (on leads) are permitted

Upon arrival we’ll run through the basics before demonstrating pottery throwing on the wheel to make a small Pot. It’s then over to you to ‘throw’ your own small pot (or two, time permitting). Your creation/s will need to be left with us for drying and kiln firing ready for you to decorate at home with your own acrylic paints and varnish. The price includes firing of one pot only, second pots can be kiln fired for an additional cost. Your pot/s can be collected approx 6-8 weeks from the date of your experience or we can post for a small additional cost. Allow up to 1hr 30mins in total for this experience. This session is a fun ‘taster’ pottery throwing for those who have never tried a potter’s wheel and always fancied ‘having a go’. Aprons are provided but we recommend wearing clothes you won’t mind getting a little messy. Please message if you require availability for a date not shown, or have a larger group. Other things to note: Our studio is situated in a pedestrian only shopping precinct, however, we are a just few minutes walk from bus stops, nearby street parking and pay and display car parks at Chilcote Close and Hampton Avenue.

This is a unique experience and specially designed workshop to create your own mosaic within a few hours. If you cant see a suitable timeslot for you you can request a different time. Evenings and weekends arecpossible. You will mainly concentrate on the design of your mosaic and use the tiles available or I will cut them for you. I have offered the workshop the last 7 years and it is suitable for all the family. Once you arrive at the hub I will show you which projects you can make. Usually we manage 2 small mosaics (coasters) or one larger one like a plaque or house number. Not everyone takes the same time. If you know you like to take your time being creative I would make sure you have not anything else booked immediately after as some people take 2 to 3 hours. You will get complimentary tea or coffee. There is a large selection of different mosaic tiles and you are fee to choose your own creative design. Once you are happy with your design we will stick it on the base you chose and when it is complete I will grout the project for you. You can take it home on the day and leave the grout to dry over night. All you have to do is give it a final wipe with a wet cloth in the morning. The main aim is to switch off from everything else and just have a good time being creative. Other things to note... The experience is suitable for ages 5+ I look forward to welcoming you.

Embark on a special 1.5-hour journey to Devon's highest waterfall while uncovering the captivating history of our private Estate nestled on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. The Estate boasts an awe-inspiring series of waterfalls and lakes steeped in centuries of rich heritage. Strolling through these grounds means immersing yourself in over 200 years of English history, embracing seafaring traditions, mining legacies, and the Victorian passion for botany and grand garden design. This guided walk leads you through 90 Victorian Steps into our enchanting Victorian Fern Garden, onward to Lady Exmouth Waterfalls—a 19th-century man-made wonder. At the summit, a breathtaking Devonshire countryside panorama awaits. Following the walk among waterfalls and ferns, treat yourself to a delightful Devonshire Cream tea at our charming lakeside café. Plus, your ticket grants full-day access to the Estate's 90 acres, inviting you to explore at your leisure. The tour starts at 10:00 am and finishes around 11:30 am. Please bear in mind, the walk includes ascending 90 Victorian steps, navigating steep and uneven terrain, requiring a moderate level of fitness. For accessibility details, do email us before your visit and we will help advise as best we can. Dogs on leads are welcome. Join us for an unforgettable adventure mingled with history, nature, and a quintessential Devonshire treat!

Active, personal, informative landscape interpretation. Allowing you full access to the millennia of human history under your feet. Live the landscape don't just see it! The granite which forms this area is approx 1000 Sq Km, bending the Earth's crust with its massive weight so that even gravity is slightly different here! Today's, mostly agricultural, National Park was once a hive of industry with granite, iron, tin and lead being mined here. The remains of these industries are there for those who know what to look for. London Bridge, now in Arizona, came from these quarries as well as many other famous London buildings. Gunpowder was also manufactured up here out of harms way. The Dartmoor men had no access to steel so they built their railway out of the most plentiful local material, granite! We will see their handiwork and marvel at their ingenuity. Living in the quarries and joined by their wives and families in the finer weather they were a tough lot. Human habitation stretches back to at least 40'000 years ago and the earliest NW European Human jawbone, post Neanderthal, was discovered here in a cave which, in modern times, is coastal. The moor can be seen as barren and with the exception of the livestock and wild ponies it is sparsely inhabited but you will leave this magical place knowing why, where, how and what it meant to our ancestors and more importantly to you!

Dartmoor-based spirits tasting specialist, Azu Spirits, and the Cridford Inn in the Teign Valley, Devon’s oldest pub, are collaborating to launch their first cocktail tasting evening. The Azu Spirits event will delve into the mastery of mixology, providing insights into the techniques and histories of a select range of cocktails, inspired by founder Ellie Gibson’s time working in premium cocktail bars in Melbourne, Australia. In the first Cocktail Tasting Evening on Saturday 27 July, eight unique cocktails will be on offer. From the flaming Black Blazer cocktail to refreshing gin Southside and a tasty twist on the traditional Cosmo with Edmond Briottet’s cranberry liqueur and Pierre Ferrand’s Dry Curacao, the event promises to be an evening of extraordinary flavour. A special food menu and nibbles will also be available, with eight tasters included. The evening will feature a special Martini blind taste test, with guests invited to guess whether they are shaken or stirred.

Upon arrival at the farm you will explore the vast farm area with a walking tour. You can see and learn about the multi-species mixes we plant and the biodiversity this creates within each field. You will meet our Jersey girls, watch the milking process in our parlour and Sam will engage in a Q&A for any questions you may have about our low impact style of farming. We will serve up delicious treats for you to try and you will leave the experience with a glass bottle of the freshest Jersey milk to take home and enjoy and a new understanding of sustainable, natural, organic farming! Other things to note: Please be prepared for all weathers, wear suitable footwear and be prepared to get a little muddy. Ideally you should bring a change of footwear and something to put your dirty shoes in. We will provide an ice cream and a bottle of milk however no other food or drink is included.

I offer private surf lessons on the beautiful beaches of North Devon (Westward Ho!) for all ages and abilities, with an emphasis on safety and fun. I run private surf lessons, customized specifically to your ability and needs, with groups of up to 4 people to ensure safety and high-quality tuition. The lesson will have a run time of 1.5 hours. For first time and beginner surfers we will start with a safety brief followed by some surf theory. We will then cover how to catch waves and stand on the board. After that we will jump in the ocean and let the magic unfold! For more intermediate and advanced surfers we will cater to your needs and levels accordingly. All surf equipment (Wetsuits and surfboards) will be included. **Availability is limited as I work full time for the RNLI, however, I will do my best to accommodate everyone.**

Come and join us on a half-day courses in fused glass. Never cut glass or know much about fusing? No worries! We welcome all abilities from beginners to more experienced carfters who want to bring their own design. We run workshops Tuesday-Saturday 10am-12.30pm or 2-4.30pm (minimum age of 10 if accompanied by an adult). In a 2 1/2 hour workshop you can create one of our many designs (including wall plaques, animal ornaments, hanging decorations etc.) or something of your own design. The course includes tuition and a set amount of glass. If you wish to create a large piece then you are more than welcome to attend several sessions or pay for the extra glass you require. All pieces will be fired in the kiln overnight so you can usually collect them the next working day. Alternatively postage can be organised for an additional cost. We are able to drill your pieces on request if you want them hung with ribbon or displayed on a wall. Along with with additional kiln runs to make bowls or curved pieces these will have an additional cost. Booking is advisable, especially during the holidays when we get particularly busy. Keep an eye out for our seasonally themed workshops e.g. Christmas Decorations. Check out the Customer's Gallery and FB page for examples of what other people have made in our workshops.

You'll arrive at our farm where you will be greeted by Farmer Emma and her team, you will then walk through the barn where have animals wanting a cuddle. You will go up into the shop where we will have a brief health and safety chat, you will then receive your bag of feed for your alpaca and we will head into the field to meet all of our trekking boys. Once you have chosen your Alpaca and had a stroke of their super soft fleeces, we will walk around and up the field through our paddocks where we have other sheep and alpacas. With stunning views of Bodmin moor and our animals you will spend approx 1 hour walking around the fields where we will feed, and take photos. Once back down in the shop you will have your Cornish Cream tea, all made with Cornish products. You will be able to ask questions and mooch around our shop and see all our lovely quality made products. We hope to see you on the rolling hills of Bodmin Moor soon. Please note dogs are not able to come on the experience. ( all dietary requirements can be catered for) Other things to note Please get in touch if you have any questions. Or enquires we are always happy to help.

Vineyard Tour Come and meet us and see what we do! ​We offer a walking tour of the vineyard & winery - under 16s (accompanied by an adult) are free. Minimum charges may apply if you are a small group (less than 6 adults), but we will endeavour to combine smaller groups. The tour takes approximately 90 minutes and is followed by a free tasting. Tour attendees also receive exclusive discounts on any wine purchases made on the day. Well behaved dogs are welcome! Our wines can be purchased by the bottle or the case, details of our current wines are available here. We accept cash & credit/debit card.