BOOK A TOUR
Discover our Craft Distillery nestled in the seaside town of Southbourne, Dorset.
Join our Founder for a canid insight into the history of Conker and our unique approach to handcrafting our innovate small batch spirits.
Stay put after your tour for delicious cocktails and Street Food at the Conker Tap Room, 16:00 to 22:00 every Friday and Saturday night.
Hosted by the Founder.
Join our founder Rupert Holloway at the Distiller’s Table for a two-hour journey into the Conker story — from our humble beginnings to the award-winning spirits we craft today.
Taste our full range of Dorset Dry Gins and Cold Brew Coffee Liqueurs, explore the ten botanicals behind our Dorset Dry Gin, and see the art of distillation up close.
You’ll leave with stories to share and a new-found love for Dorset’s favourite spirits.
2 Hours
£30 per person
Posted on Google AugustineTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely brilliant distillery! The Conker Distillery & Tap Room is a must-visit for any gin lover. Their signature Bournemouth Dry Gin is perfectly balanced: crisp, fresh and bursting with botanical flavour. The Tap Room has a lovely cosy vibe, the staff are passionate and super knowledgeable, and the cocktails are next level. 10/10, will be back!Posted on Google Louie NeoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great tour with generous pours! Rupert, the founder, made it especially engaging as he shared the story behind his local Dorset gins and coffee liqueurs. We’ll definitely be returning to the taproom—thank you!Posted on Google Tony McCraeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An out of the way part of Bournemouth I didn't know existed. A very nice venue for an evening group catch up. Roomy with an interesting drinks menu. The evening food van + gin combination works really well.Posted on Google Guy LambertTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant, informative guide explaining the history of Conker as well as all the different gins they have to offer. Definitely worth booking for any occasion.Posted on Google Philip Marshall-CoxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely people. Great productsPosted on Google MarieTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great time we had at the gin tour. Very interesting to learn about the process and to be able to see all the different ingredients and taste the end result. Really fun afternoon and we will definitely return for more cocktailsPosted on Google Lynne HaslamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabulous afternoon - well produced, lots of information (and tastings). Take a named driver or public transport (for safety). Thank you for all the input! HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDPosted on Google Dazza CTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great afternoon/evening learning all about the history of Conker Distillery, a truly local success story, and all the magic that goes into creating Conker’s many gins (and liqueurs). Great to sample some of their gins too! Signing up to their newsletter gets you a discount off the entry fee too!!!Posted on Google Andrew CorneliusTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant afternoon spent learning from ‘head conkerer’ Rupert his story and secrets behind his award winning Dorset gins. Superb value for money with lots of tasting samples. Relaxed, informative and boozy - don’t drive! Thoroughly recommend the tasting tour.Posted on Google Carole ValetTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went yesterday with my sister very informative and plenty of tasters one of the best tours I have been too. SO PLEASE make a trip or buy as a xmas gift you will not be disappointed a great 2 hour of chat and tasting and stay after for more drinks and tasty pizza
1 “Had an incredible afternoon at the Distillery sampling wonderful gins with our tour leader who was not only extremely knowledgeable but made learning about the gin process fun. Excellent value and would recommend highly! Thank you. Will definitely return! '
Susie D
2 “Had such a great evening! Loved the tour, tasting, cocktails and the burgers!! Already recommended to lots of friends! We will be back about our work Christmas party!!!”
Hannah B
3 “I would definitely recommend this tour. It was very interesting and enjoyable. I loved being handed a G & T when we arrived. Nice to be able to buy food in the premises too”
Natasha L
4 “Booked a tour with friends for a Birthday. Just so interesting & great fun. We stayed on after for the Tap room cocktails & Disco. Due to come again in a few weeks for another Birthday”
Louise L
5 “The whole tour was well resented and very interesting. Lots of samples and instructions on how to appreciate them. I would recommend this tour to anyone who likes Gin cocktails.”
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Private Group Tour
If you are planning a group knees-up and require an exclusive tour just for you and your crew, we are very happy to take private group bookings. Simply contact us and we will find a date that works for you.
Well behaved Stags and Hens are welcome!
Excludes Friday and Saturday afternoons.
Duration: 2 hrs
Price: £500 for up to 16 people.
Additional guests £30 per person paying on the day of the tour.
FAQS
Everything you need to know...
HOW TO FIND US
THE CONKER DISTILLERY, Unit 2, 163 Stourvale Road, Southbourne, Dorset, BH6 5HQ.
What3words: Unique.Chemisty.Healthier
Our Distillery is located in the seaside town of Southbourne in Bournemouth. We are 15 minute walk from Southbourne High Street and Pokesdown Train Station.
By Car:
There is plenty of roadside parking. We have non-alcoholic alternatives for all nominated drivers.
By Train:
Pokesdown Train Station – 5 minute Taxi
Bournemouth Train Station – 25 minute Taxi
Christchurch Train Station – 20 minute Taxi
DISTILLERY TOURS
Tour Tickets need to be purchased in advance.
Friday & Saturday
Start: 14:00
Finish: 16:00
Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour starts.
The Agenda…
Sip a welcome Conker Gin & Tonic while you get comfortable at our Distiller’s table.
Hear our founding story of how Conker was first launched as Dorset’s first Gin Distillery back in 2014.
Experience a guided tasting of our range of four Dorset Gins and Bowser LEAF, exploring the Botanicals used and their role in creates our gins.
Meet our Pot Still, ‘Big Bertha’, and learn about the principles of the distillation process and our production processes.
Enjoy a guided tasting of our Conker Coffee Liqueurs, learning about the meticulous journey from our sustainable coffee farms to your Espresso Martini.
Stay on after your Tour at the Conker Tap Room for delicious drinks and Street Food until 22:00. It’s free entry with no need to book ahead.
DISTILLERY TAP ROOM
There’s no need to book ahead, simply rock on up to the Distillery with the whole family.
We’re here from 4pm every Friday and Saturday, for tasty drinks, great music and delicious street food, all in the beautiful setting of our Craft Distillery in Southbourne, Dorset.
Friday & Saturday
Start: 16:00
Finish: 22:00
When our Distillery Tours finish at 16:00, our Tap Room opens to the public for Cocktails and delicious Street Food until 22:00.
TAP ROOM DRINKS MENU
You can check out the delicious drinks of offer HERE.
TAP ROOM TABLE RESERVATIONS
We’d be delighted to reserve a table for you and your crew . Pop us an email to [email protected] and we’ll get that sorted for you.
CHILDREN
Children are welcome at our Tap Rooms, so long as they are supervised by a responsible adult. Given the nature of our Distillery Tour & Tasting, Tours are only to be attended by adults.
PARKING
There is plenty of free roadside parking in the residential roads surrounding the Distillery.
ACCESS
The Tour and Tap Room takes place on the ground floor of the Distillery and is easily accessed by Wheelchair users. If you have any specific requirement please email us on [email protected].
DOGS
We love them, but I’m afraid they are not allowed in our Distillery building. With the exception of Assistance Dogs, of course.
MOVING YOUR TOUR DATE
We get that life throws us all a curve ball and you may need to reschedule your tour for another date. We are extremely happy to accommodate this if we are notified up to 7 days before your original Tour Date. You can amend your own booking by clicking on the link in tickets email you received when you first booked your tickets.
NO SHOW & CANCELLATION
If you cancel a booking or do not arrive for a scheduled Experience, tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded, unless at the discretion of the Conker Distillery management. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
GOOGLE MAP
THE CONKER
TAP ROOM
Join us every Friday and Saturday for delicious drinks and Street Food.
There’s no need to book ahead, simply rock on up to the Distillery with the whole family.
We’re here from 4pm every Friday and Saturday, for tasty drinks, great music and delicious street food, all in the beautiful setting of our Craft Distillery in Southbourne, Dorset.



















