ESTATE AND GARDEN TOURS Nestled in a wooded valley within the natural beauty of Dartmoor, the 107 acre estate at Gidleigh Park offers an abundance of natural and managed habitats. Explore this landscape with our Estate Manager, Andrew Brimblecombe and Plantsman Paul Grigg as your guides. With over 25 years experience between them, they will share their wealth of knowledge on the woodland, flora and fauna along with a few handy gardening tips. Arrive from 10.30am for morning coffee before heading out at 11am for your walk. Canapés and apéritif at 12 noon, followed by a two course, two Michelin star lunch with coffee and petits fours and a glass of wine. Priced at £74.00 per person.
Dates for 2014: Tuesday 29th April Wednesday 2nd July Wednesday 10th September
Tuesday 3rd June Thursday 31st July
THE MAGIC OF BEEKEEPING Ian and Alex Atherton have been keeping bees for five years and look after the bee hives located in the grounds at Gidleigh Park. These fascinating events are ideal for those who are interested in the natural world, the art of beekeeping and the way in which honey bees interact with the plants and flowers in the area. Your event begins at 9.30am with Ian and Alex giving you a fascinating insight into discovering the world through the eyes of the honeybee, what goes on inside the hive and how beekeepers look after and care for these wild creatures. During the morning you will be visiting the bee hives and for health and safety purposes we will provide bee suits for all guests to wear. Canapés and apéritif are served at 12 noon, followed by a two course, two Michelin star lunch with coffee and petits fours and a glass of wine. Priced at £95.00 per person.
Dates for 2014: Wednesday 14th May Thursday 17th July
Friday 20th June
BLUEBELL WOODLAND WALKS AND TOURS Meander through a carpet of bluebells in the ancient woodland at Gidleigh Park. The 107 acre estate is nestled in a valley within the natural beauty of Dartmoor and offers an abundance of different habitats. Your guides will be our Estate Manager, Andrew Brimblecombe and Plantsman Paul Grigg who will also show you other fascinating areas on the estate including our herb and vegetable garden.
Arrive from 10.30am for morning coffee before heading out at 11am for your walk. Canapés and apéritif at 12 noon, followed by a two course, two Michelin star lunch with coffee and petits fours and a glass of wine. Priced at £74.00 per person.
Dates for 2014: Thursday 29th May
Tuesday 10th June
BIODYNAMIC WINE LUNCH Biodynamic wine production is one step beyond organic. Not only are no chemicals used in the vineyard but a lot of very hard work goes into making sure that the vines are as healthy and deeply rooted in the ecosystem as possible. Biodynamic certification is a sound guarantee of responsible environmental practice, the wines should always have a clear sense of place (terroir) and quality can be exceptional. During this fascinating lunch you will have the opportunity to discover about the viticulture behind these wines and sample a carefully chosen selection. The event will be hosted by Gidleigh Park’s Master Sommelier Edouard Oger and highly respected biodynamic wine supplier, Frédéric Grappe, enhanced by Executive Head Chef Michael Caines MBE who is creating and introducing each course. Priced at £95.00 per person, to include apéritif, canapés, 2 Michelin star, three course lunch with wine followed by coffee and petits fours.
Date for 2014: Thursday 9th October
FUNGI FORAY WITH DARTMOOR GUIDE PHIL PAGE Spend the morning discovering the many different species of wild mushrooms that are found on the banks of the rivers, in the woods and hedges on Dartmoor. Your guide for the morning is Phil Page who has been leading walks and forays on Dartmoor for over 25 years. He will share with you his wealth of experience in finding and distinguishing all types of fungi, the edible and the poisonous. Arrive from 9am and enjoy morning coffee before heading out at 9.30am with Phil to explore the estate on your fungi foray, returning to enjoy an apéritif with canapés, followed by a two course, two Michelin star lunch with coffee and petits fours and a glass of wine. Priced at £90.00 per person.
Date for 2014: Wednesday 15th October
AUTUMN COLOURS ESTATE TOUR Dartmoor and the National Park are spectacular throughout the year however when the season changes and the leaves begin to put on a fiery display of colour the grounds and moorlands are just breath taking. Our Estate Manager will be your guide through the estate, showing you a wealth of deciduous woodland and the flora and fauna on the 107 acres.
Arrive at 10.30am for a morning coffee in front of the fire before wrapping up warm to head out at 11.00am for your special tour of the grounds. Returning at 12.00pm to enjoy an apéritif with canapés, followed by a two course two Michelin star lunch with coffee and petits fours and a glass of wine. Priced at £74.00 per person.
Date for 2014: Tuesday 4th November
FLOWER ARRANGING AND CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA Gidleigh Park’s resident florist for 18 years; Lynn Neilson shares with you the art of flower arranging. Your afternoon will start at 3.00pm with Lynn showing you the steps behind the creation of a variety of stunning floral pieces. Giving you the inspiration and confidence to create your own arrangements at home and for special occasions. After the demonstration, savour a delicious Afternoon Tea, with champagne, tea from our selection, finger sandwiches, scones, cream, jam, fruit tartlets and cakes. Each exclusive afternoon is limited to a maximum of nine guests and prebooking is required. Priced at £55.00 per person.
Dates for 2014: Wednesday 4th June Wednesday 19th November
Tuesday 16th September