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Shakespeare Distillery
Shakespeare Distillery
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Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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An artisan gin distillery on the outskirts of Stratford upon Avon, offering distillery tours, a gin school, cocktail masterclasses and River Avon Gin Tasting Cruises. Producers of the award-winning Stratford Gin and Jester Rum. Spirits with a Twist of History.
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Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England
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2023
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Food & Drink
1–2 hours
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Recommended by 100% of travellers
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Debra c
Nailsea, UK2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We had a fab time, very interesting and the staff were great. 1st class tour and the Gin was lovely, bought 3 bottles 😊
Written 3 December 2023
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Zippyh1983
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Dec 2023 • Couples
Amazing. Dave & Sam are extremely, nice chaps, I noticed, they absolutely love what they do, there is so much enthusiasm, passion and dedication to what they do. They are very knowledgeable and I learned a lot. The gin school for 2 experience was gifted to us, and I had high hopes, but it was far superior to what I expected. We had a dry gin upon arrival, a Tom Collins gin cocktail and three shots. At one point I wasn’t confident I would distill a good gin, with all that drink 🤣
We brought home a large bottle and small bottle of what we distilled and we cannot wait to try them. Dave and Sam advise leave it for 2 weeks, so we may indulge over Christmas 💞💞
All in all, splendid day and I cannot give the experience, and the staff less than 10/10
Thank you, so much for making our day so special
We brought home a large bottle and small bottle of what we distilled and we cannot wait to try them. Dave and Sam advise leave it for 2 weeks, so we may indulge over Christmas 💞💞
All in all, splendid day and I cannot give the experience, and the staff less than 10/10
Thank you, so much for making our day so special
Written 1 December 2023
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Jessica
Coventry, UK10 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We received the Gin School voucher as a gift for a significant birthday and the experience was absolutely fantastic! The site is just a short 7min ride away from the centre of Stratford (Uber was a very efficient way to get there) and the facilities are modern, stylish and well equipped. The staff were so welcoming and they just oozed passion for their Gin (and rum!). The start was relaxing, informative and well practiced. We then went into the “school” which is much more of a potions class. Reliving all your favourite school chemistry classes you get to make your own gin! The whole experience was great fun for all adults and we left with a very professional bottle to enjoy in a couple of weeks. I couldn’t fault the experience at all and I would recommend it anyone.
Written 28 November 2023
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Sue A
Tewkesbury, UK20 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Far exceeded our expectations and drinking capacity! This was a gift from our daughter and we didn't know what to expect. However, the team were very friendly and informative and gave a very in-depth insight into gin making. We tasted several gins complete with various mixers. We were encouraged to mix our own variety of gin which was bottled, labeled and put in a beautiful presentation box to take home. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and will definitely return another time. Well worth a visit and highly recommend.
Written 27 November 2023
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Katie L
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Nov 2023 • Couples
The tour was fantastic! From the moment we got there until the moment we left, everyone we had contact with was incredibly friendly and engaging. We loved how they not only told us the history of gin but also their history (sprinkled with natural humour). The tour and explanation of the gin and rum process was very interesting and personal which led nicely on to the tasting. Again, a great session, with lots of top gin making tips (and fantastic tastings!). You even got a little mini to take away if you were the designated driver (lovely touch)!
Highly recommend a trip if in the area (or make a trip there if you aren’t!).
Highly recommend a trip if in the area (or make a trip there if you aren’t!).
Written 26 November 2023
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Jeanne S
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK6 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
We spent an enjoyable and informative 90 minutes with some very enthusiastic people at their craft distillery. Katherine gave us a brief and amusing history of gin making and drinking, after which we were handed over to David to learn about the production process. Jack came next with instructions on how to bottle and label the final product.
The visit was rounded off with a gin and rum tasting session followed by a drink of our choice. Well with a visit.
The visit was rounded off with a gin and rum tasting session followed by a drink of our choice. Well with a visit.
Written 26 November 2023
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SelLouLar
Northampton, UK44 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
This was a Christmas present. The best Christmas pressie I've had. Absolutely fantastic experience. Both brothers (sorry forgot names must be gin) were very informative. Got to taste lots of different gins. Can't wait to taste our own gin (suggested to wait 2 weeks). It is a really good fun afternoon. Thoroughly recommend it.
Written 26 November 2023
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Zoe F
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
What a fantastic experience! Funny and informative, lovely guides, incredible gin - the gift shop discount came in very handy!
Written 26 November 2023
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Andrew S
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
A great all round experience in a small group, 3-hour, gin distilling school. It was great fun and we came away with our personalised flavoured gin. A good balance of learning, sampling, and brewing/distilling.
Written 21 November 2023
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natalie0402
Milton Keynes, UK2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
This was such a good experience and really interesting, finished off with a fab tasting session. Catered for the drivers too. Definitely recommend. Would make a nice gift.
Written 20 November 2023
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Lynn M
2 contributions
What is the best transportation from downtown Stratford-Upon-Avon to take to your distillery?
Shakespeare Distillery
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK6 contributions
Hi Lynn, the easiest way to get to the distillery from the centre of Stratford is to take a short taxi ride. It is around 1.5 miles so should only take around 10 minutes, dependent on traffic.