The Bombay Sapphire Distillery Guided Tour with Gin & Tonic for Two

Tucked away in a conservation area with over 1,000 years of history, you’ll find a gin lover’s paradise. Explore the home of Bombay Sapphire with this Guided Tour for Two.

The Bombay Sapphire Distillery in rural Hampshire is where the world-famous gin is made. Follow one of the distillery’s resident Gin Experts on a fascinating journey through the site’s heritage and the gin’s production. Your host will be on hand to answer any questions as you discover the Mill’s fascinating history in the Heritage Room and see the ten exotic botanicals that are infused into every drop of Bombay Sapphire in the Glasshouses and Dry Room. You’ll go behind the scenes and see the unique Vapour Infusion processes in the Dakin Still House.

Having immersed yourselves in the history and of the gin, you’ll be ready to taste some. Your experience culminates in The Mill Bar, where you can sip a gin cocktail each as you watch the river roll by. If you’re driving, you have the option to enjoy a mocktail in the bar and take a Gin & Tonic takeaway pack home with you.

What's Included?

• Guided tour of the Bombay Sapphire Distillery for Two
• Follow one of the resident Gin Experts
• Guided tour of the Dakin Still House
• Gin cocktail each in The Mill Bar
• Available Monday to Thursday
• Experience gift pack
• Cancellation indemnity

What happens on the day?

On arrival at the Bombay Sapphire Distillery, you’ll be greeted by your host before setting out on a guided tour of the facilities.

Finish up in The Mill Bar with a gin cocktail each.

Participant guidelines

Minimum age: 18 ID may be requested - failure to present ID may result in refused entry Please be aware that the majority of the distillery tour will be standing. There are seats available at various points throughout the tour, but please inform the distillery in advance if you have any access needs The distillery is proud to say that it offers full access to disabled guests and this has been a major factor in the design of the distillery experience. Electric wheelchairs are not permitted in the Still House, so manual wheelchairs are available for loan on the premises free of charge. If you require the use of a wheelchair please contact the distillery in advance The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary

Availability

The tour is available Monday to Thursday. Date exclusions may apply.

We recommend you book at least three months in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.

Please allow 2 hours for the full experience.

What should I wear?

Laverstoke Mill is a working distillery so they insist that guests wear suitable footwear. Please do not wear open-toed shoes or high heels on the experience. Parts of the distillery experience are outside so please ensure you are wearing suitable clothing for the weather conditions.

Additional information

There are snacks and hot drinks available from the Manydown bus cafe at Laverstoke Mill, which has some indoor and outdoor seating. However, please be aware that they are currently only able to accept cash payments and there is no cash point on-site.

Please note that Laverstoke Mill is a working distillery, therefore you required to switch off any electrical devices such as cameras and mobile phones (with the exception of hearing aids and pacemakers) whilst in the Dakin Still House. For smart watches and fitbits that are unable to be switched off, you will be required to remove these whilst in the Still House, where they will be stored securely and returned to you upon exit.

The Bombay Sapphire Distillery operates a Shuttle Service running from both Overton and Micheldever train stations to the distillery. Shuttle service tickets cost £2 for a day ticket. Please review the timetable here to see the running times of the Shuttle Service.

What about insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

How it works

All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.

Locations

Hampshire - Whitchurch

Please Note: If you’re purchasing a NEW Experience you will be entitled to the validity stated within this description. If/when you are within 3 months of the voucher expiry date and there are still restrictions in place, Virgin Experience Days are offering free extensions to allow the customer to use at a later date. They are reviewing this regularly in line with Government advice and updates.