Running from April- September our popular tour and tasting is your chance to learn all about the work we’re putting into creating our museum orchard, the creatures that inhabit it as well as all about how the cider is made.  Rich in tales from cider’s colourful history, the tour is also peppered with local stories and folklore. 

After admiring the breath-taking view of the Black Mountains at the top of the orchard and exploring the fermentation rooms you will also get to enjoy a glass of three different ciders, whilst sat in our permaculture garden during which we will personally talk you through how we created them. 

Whether you're already a cider connoisseur or have yet to try your first drop, we cater for all and hope you will go away armed with new knowledge about this wonderful beverage and the land and people that produce it!

The tour and tasting lasts around 1.5 hours. 

Can't see a time that suits you? Get in touch and we'll do our best to help!

For groups of over 20 people, please email or phone us to make a booking and for information on group discounts. 

If you have any particular needs with regards your visit to us, please get in touch and we will be delighted to help in any way we can.

Any paying adult who arrives for their tour without the use of fossil fuels will be gifted either an Artistraw 'shrew' glass or alternatively a hand printed organic tote bag. We are reachable by foot via the Wye Valley Walk- a beautiful stroll direcly across the fields from Hay on Wye that takes around 40mins.

Please note, our bottle shop is open all year round and is free to visit! Please give us a buzz or drop us an email to arrange an appointment so that we can make sure we are here to welcome you on 01497 831366 or cider@artistraw.co.uk.

FAQs

Are under 18s allowed?

Under 18s are welcome on the tour free of charge, but will not be able to partake in the cider tasting.

Do you allow hen and stag parties?

Yes! We've hosted many hens and stags over the years and welcome such groups. The format of the tour would be the same as described above with a focus on learning about the orchard and cidermaking and whilst there will obviously be cider consumed, it won't be in huge quantities.

However, if you're looking for a more 'pub like' experience in a beautiful private setting, with or without the tour, we can gladly provide that. Please get in touch with us directly to discuss your event.

Can I bring my dog?

Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome although be aware that we have free range chickens in the orchard and two inquisitve cats!