Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery
Overview
Set within the cellars of a historic 17th century castle, the Gin Distillery Tour is a 90-minute guided experience that explores the fascinating history of the castle alongside the craft of modern gin making. Guests will discover how traditional distilling techniques and carefully selected botanicals come together to create handcrafted Welsh spirits.
Tour highlights:
Enjoy a guided tour through the distillery and learn about the history of the castle and the gin making process
Visit the unique sensory botanical room and explore a wide variety of botanicals, herbs and spices from around the world
Experience a tutored gin tasting and discover the flavours behind the distillery’s premium spirits
Finish your experience with a final gin and mixer in the distillery’s Gin Bar
Whether you’re a gin enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable day out in a truly unique setting, this immersive distillery tour is not to be missed. Book now!
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages Welcome drink, tutored tasting of 3 gins and G&T in our bar
- Fully guided experience
- Additional drinks or food
Meeting Location
Castle Cellars
Hensol, Pontyclun CF72 8JX, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Alcoholic beverages. Welcome drink, tutored tasting of 3 gins and G&T in our bar.
- Fully guided experience.
- Additional drinks or food.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesWelcome drink, tutored tasting of 3 gins and G&T in our bar
- Fully guided experience
- Additional drinks or food
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
