What's on at Summer Lodge
Browse our calendar of extraordinary experiences at Summer Lodge, from seasonal cocktails and menus using the finest local produce, to unique tasting journeys and extra-special events. We go to great lengths to provide the very best experiences and welcome suggestions - please do feel free to let us know what may be of interest to you. We look forward to welcoming you in the coming months as we celebrate the changing seasons.
Enjoy a selection of cocktail and bar snacks every evening between 5pm – 6pm and sip your way through our delicious menu.
Price: £25 per person.
Add an additional plate or cocktail for £12.50.
Enjoy sampling a handpicked selection of fabulous gins, including at least one of the delicious, locally produced options – Fordington, Viper or Conker!
Our knowledgeable team will guide you through the essentials of gin production from distillation to flavouring before you sit back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of your labour!
Included in the experience are three local gins, three different tonics, and three garnishes with a presentation from our bar team. Cheers!
Price: £30 per person
Learn the secrets and health benefits of fermentation at our Fermentation Masterclass and discover valuable lessons that you can practise in your own home.
Using local ingredients from our kitchen and gardens, our fermentation expert will guide you through the techniques used to create delicious and healthy drinks including Kvas, Keffir, Kombucha, Shrub and Apple Cider vinegar. The session lasts 90 minutes and includes a fermented cocktail – alcoholic or alcohol-free, a brief history of fermentation, the associated health benefits, as well as the chance to create these amazing drinks.
Price: £50 per person
Join us for Wine Club here at Summer Lodge. Each meeting will introduce three new wines from around the world for members to enjoy. We will include tasting and production notes as well as background on the wines themselves and the producers. These will be paired with some of the incredible local produce available to us in Dorset. An annual wine gala dinner will be held each December which will be available to our members at preferential rates. Please note, no special knowledge of wine is required.
Time: From 7pm
Dates: 9th May, 11th July, 12th September, Gala Dinner held on 14th November
Price: £50 per person
Led by Art Appreciation Tours
Our tranquil setting makes Summer Lodge the perfect location to kindle your curiosity and expand your intellectual horizons. With our Art History Talks, you can do just that as experienced Art Historian and lecturer, Jennie Spiers, takes you on a journey of discovery and insight.
Our Art History Talks take place on Monday mornings from 10am - 1pm
Price: £35 including refreshments