We have a wide range of fantastic events and activities to help you explore the beautiful Chilterns.
From skill building workshops and night time glow worm walks, to family bushcraft days, afternoons on the farm and even visits to local breweries, we're sure to offer something for you to enjoy!
If not, join us now to receive special discounted prices at all of our events.
Stonor House has been home to the Stonor family for over 850 years. The history of the house, nestling in a fold of the beautiful wooded Chiltern Hills inevitably contributes to the atmosphere, unpretentious yet grand. A façade of warm brick with Georgian windows conceals older buildings dating back to the 12th Century and a 14th Century Catholic Chapel sits on the south east corner where mass has been celebrated since medieval times in the Chapel. The gardens offer outstanding…
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In this very popular gin making masterclass you will join expert distillers on your own adventure of crafting a handmade Wayfarers gin. With over 20 flavours and single botanical tinctures to play with, you have the tools to create a truly exceptional gin that is unique to you. The masterclass begins with a whistle-stop tour through the history and production of the UK's most popular spirit. Price also includes gin tastings and a 500ml bottle of your gin to take…
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This is a course for those people who would like to try the process of illustrating plants accurately. It will take you through the procedures that botanical artists use to produce high quality, accurate representative paintings. It is intended to be an introduction, to see if this kind of painting is for you, but people who have started out and want to refine their techniques are welcome too. The course will show the materials to work with, how to construct…
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Meet the alpacas and all sorts of other animals including rare breed pigs, sheep and goats at Abbotts View Farm. After the tour, your child will enjoy either cupcake decorating (suitable for all ages) or a needlefelting session (age 10+) . Prices includes refreshments.
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One mile from Wallingford and 8 miles from the city of Oxford, Brightwell Vineyard abuts the south side of the River Thames. The flinty chalk greensand and gravel of the Thames Valley region provides ideal grapevine soil, while the upper Thames Valley bowl is sheltered by surrounding hills and consequently is one of the driest areas of the UK. 14 acres were planted between 1987 and 1990 with seven varieties and was acquired by the current owners in 1999. Now…
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If you have never seen glow worms before, come and witness this magical display of nature's very own fairy lights with expert John Tyler. Price includes hot chocolate and marshmallows.
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