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    Hotel 41

    London

    An intimate hideaway

    Our residents-only hotel, with a prestigious Forbes Five-Star rating, has been recognised as the number one hotel in the UK for more than a decade.

    Arrive at our private entrance overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, imbued with the subtle fragrance of Hotel 41’s own signature scent, and be welcomed with a personal check-in and a glass from our beautiful Champagne trolley. In your bedroom or suite, discover a selection of homemade treats created by our Executive Chef, along with a supremely comfortable, handcrafted Savoir bed. An unforgettable experience begins...

    Dorset Tours

    We are proud to be working with Dorset Tours who offers private day tours that are perfect for small groups.

    Embark on your own private minibus which collects and drops you off at the hotel, complete with an itinerary that is tailored to what you're interested in seeing along the Jurassic Coast!

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    Tennis with Henry Field

    Looking to practice tennis whilst you stay with us? Local tennis coach Henry Field is Level 3 LTA qualified with several years of experience. 

    Henry is happy to offer personal coaching or classes for smaller groups at Summer Lodge.

    Please contact Henry via the below links to enquire about prices and availability. 

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    Furleigh Wine Estate

    Furleigh wine estate tour

    Discover the award-winning wines at Furleigh Estate, set in the stunning Dorset countryside, just five miles from the Jurassic Coast.  

    Your two-hour tour will include a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, followed by a stroll through the vineyards and a description of the history of English wine, before moving into the production facility and barrel maturation room. Guests will then enjoy a seated tasting of four still and sparkling wines, accompanied by a sharing platter of local cheeses and charcuterie. 

    Price: £25 per person.

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    Whisky masterclass

    Enjoy a bespoke whisky tasting experience, guided by our bar manager Jonathann Cocogne. 

    We have an impressive choice of the finest whiskies on offer, from Scotland, Ireland, Canada, USA, South Africa and further afield. You’ll learn all about the history of whisky and whisky distilling, before savouring a tasting under Jonathann’s expert guidance. 


    Price: £35 per person. 

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    Furleigh Winery

    Create your own sparkling wine

    Enjoy a exclusively unique experience with Furleigh Estate, one of Dorset’s iconic wine producers at their vineyard near Bridport. After an introduction to winemaking and Dorset sparkling wines, learn how to blend a unique sparkling wine to your own taste in the winery. A tour of the estate and winemaking facilities will follow the blending session, before a delicious picnic lunch in the vineyard. Conclude your day with a four-course culinary journey at Summer Lodge with our Executive Chef Steven Titman and our Cellar Master Eric Zwiebel, with a Dorset sparkling wine aperitif and paired wines from our own vineyard in South Africa, Bouchard Finalyson. Two weeks later, you will receive three bottles of your own bespoke, labelled and unique blend of sparkling wine to enjoy.

    Price: £325 per person.

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    Mindfulness workshops

    Embark on an introduction to mindfulness with Verity Woodgate, whose programme, Zenna, was created to help businesses develop healthy workplace environments. Take a walk amongst our walled gardens and enjoy a healthy, seasonal lunch.

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    Chartered yacht

    The Jurassic Coast is spectacular and all the more breathtaking when viewed from the sea. Plan your own skippered charter to sail along this World Heritage Site on a luxurious yacht, with a coastal tour that's tailored to your requirements.

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    Garden Activities

    Croquet match

    Pit your skills against each other in a lawn game of croquet in the beautiful and restful surroundings of our manicured gardens. Allow our wonderful team to bring you refreshments as you learn the rules to this quintessential English game.

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    Falconry at Summer Lodge

    Falconry in the garden

    If you’re fascinated by birds of prey, try your hand at casting off one of our resident Harris hawks, Bertie, Titch or Bumble. Under the watchful eye of Paul, our resident falconer, you’ll learn all about these majestic animals, before having a go yourself.  

    After a short introduction, you’ll take a 90-minute stroll around the grounds of our hotel, watching as the hawks leave and return to the glove on command, swooping and soaring overhead, with impressive speed and agility. 

    Price: £50 per person. 

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    MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences

    We are honoured to have been selected to host a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences, which directly advance the United Nations Global Goals.

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    Pallington Lakes, Dorchester, England. Sculpture by the Lakes is. Amongst 26 acres of ponds, pools and, lakes its full of sculptures at evey turn big and small

    Sculpture by the lakes

    Visit sculptor Simon Gudgeon’s haven of peace and tranquility with an afternoon at Sculpture by the Lakes, an oasis for art lovers and collectors.

    Nestled within 26 acres of Dorset countryside, the park is home to more than 30 of Simon’s largest sculptures. His wife Monique has also created a serene botanical garden to explore, inspired by plants from the UK and further afield. Sample locally grown produce from the kitchen garden with lunch at the Gallery Cafe, or simply enjoy the surroundings with a pot of tea and a slice of cake.

    Price: £10 per person. 

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    Bespoke wine tasting

    Take a wine masterclass with resident expert sommelier and cellar master Eric Zwiebel. Enjoy this exclusive experience as Eric guides you through some of his favourite wines, as you sample a Champagne, two whites, two reds and a dessert wine.  

    Eric’s knowledge is world class, having won Summer Lodge’s wine list a coveted Best of Award of Excellence from the Wine Spectator every year since 2005. 

    Price: £120 per person. 

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    Tea masterclass

    We proudly serve Single Estate Teas from our ethical supplier, PMD Tea. Our Afternoon Tea Masterclass Experience marries a selection of the finest PMD Teas with our Afternoon Tea. The experience is hosted by Dananjaya Silva, Managing Director of PMD Tea.

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    Hiking tours with Martin Curtis

    Experience vast hiking opportunities in Dorset, from short hikes to multi-day experiences along the Jurassic Coast, with expert tour guide Martin Curtis. These are bespoke experiences, with prices quoted on agreement. Transfers for the experiences are available if required.

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    Floral workshops

    Create a beautiful floral arrangement under the expert guidance of our Resident Florist Robyn Semple-Dower, the creative talent behind the stunning displays in our hotel. Learn how to incorporate foliage and seasonal flowers from our gardens.

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    Mapperton House tour

    Go behind the scenes of Mapperton House, which dates back to the 16th century, with formal gardens, a beautiful orangery, topiary yews and a lily pond, leading to an informal area planted with ornamental shrubs and views over the countryside.

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    Local gin tasting

    Explore Dorset's first gin distillery - from its Juniper-led dry gin with Dorset notes of gooseberries, samphire and handpicked gorse flowers, to the cold brew coffee liqueur - or take a tasting journey of local gins at The Acorn Inn.

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    Fermentation

    Fermentation masterclass

    Learn the secrets and health benefits of fermentation which can be practised in your own home. Using local ingredients from our kitchen and gardens, our fermentation expert will guide you through the techniques 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, a tutorial on the associated health benefits as well as the actual creation of these life-affirming and delicious drinks. 

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    Wellness

    Our boutique spa facilities and all-weather tennis court are at your disposal, including our heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and studio gym. Recline on loungers in a soft bathrobe and slippers, as water trickles over a glass orb fountain.

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