About

The Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience allows guests to explore Somerset through the prism of cider, cheese and stunning countryside.

What to expect

Visit four independent farms to meet the producers, taste produce unique to Somerset, and learn about the craft: no chemicals, just pure passion and expertise. Cheese tasting and a deli lunch are included, as well as the opportunity to purchase quality produce. Sit back and relax as the minibus takes you from site to site to site on this unique experience.

Tour itinerary

The tour begins at West Country Water Buffalo in Yeovil, home of Buffalicious, where you can meet the buffalo and taste the award-winning mozzarella.

Groups will then partake in a behind-the-scenes distillery tour of Burrow Hill Cider, with a guidend taste testing of their famous Somerset Cider Brandy and other assorted drinks.

Next, head off to Tricky Cider, a picturesque 16th century church in a field and walled orchard, to learn about the hard work that goes into being an independent eco-friendly passionate cider maker.

Finally, no Somerset cider tour would be complete without a visit to Wilkins Cider Farm in Mudgely to meet the infamous Roger Wilkins himself: a cider experience as authentic and traditional as it gets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Are dogs allowed on the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience? Unfortunately, The Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience are unable to allow dogs onto their tours.

Are children and families welcome on the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience? While there is an underlying theme of alcohol for the day, the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience is still a great day out for families. Apple juice and various other drinks are on offer as well as stunning scenery and hills to climb (children must be supervised by an adult at all times).

Do the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience offer gift vouchers? Yes, the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience offer gift vouchers, which you can buy and have sent to your loved ones. For more information, please enquire using the contact details provided or visit their website.

Does the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience offer private bookings? Yes, the Somerset Cider and Cheese Experience offers the ability to make private bookings on a date that suits you. Please enquire for further details.