Events Diary

Take a peek behind the scenes of Gidleigh Park's award-winning kitchen and meet our Executive Head Chef, Chris Eden and his talented team of chefs before an exceptional three-course lunch with a glass of wine. 

Inside every seemingly strange story of witches, black dogs, and ghostly happenings on Dartmoor is a small kernel of truth. What are the real stories behind the devil scooping up a young tin miner at Widecombe church, the Hairy Hands, Faithless Wives of Chagford, Hound of the Baskervilles, Bowerman’s Nose, Hound Tor and more?

Join local Dartmoor expert, Emma Cunis of Dartmoor's Daughter as she tries to unravel these mysteries.

Join one of the world's most esteemed Champagne brands as Laurent-Perrier visit Gidleigh Park for an evening dedicated to truly sublime Champagnes and outstanding food.

Hosted by our Laurent-Perrier expert, be guided through five Champagnes paired with an exquisite five-course dinner, followed by coffee and petits fours.

Arrival from 7.00pm.  

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Join local guide and expert, Emma Cunis of Dartmoor's Daughter, for a fascinating walk along part of the Mariners' Way, a fabled ancient route used by sailors to travel between the ports of Bideford on the North Devon coast and Dartmouth in South Devon. Upon your return, savour an outstanding three-course lunch accompanied with a glass of wine, followed by coffee and petits fours.

Local guide and expert, Emma Cunis of Dartmoor’s Daughter, will be leading a gentle walk surrounding Gidleigh Park, highlighting the bountiful larder that can be found on the doorstep. Bring your foraged finds back to the hotel, where our expert kitchen team will prepare them to compliment the outstanding three-course lunch menu.

Renowned for its elegant, aromatic and complex character, savour a selection of outstanding Burgundy wines alongside a specially crafted five-course dinner.

This spectacular evening begins with a Champagne reception in the lounges with an opportunity to meet our wine expert, who will then guide you through each wine matched to five superb courses, followed by coffee and petits fours.

Arrival from 7.00pm.

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To celebrate the 75th anniversary of VE Day, Gidleigh Park will be heading back to 1945 for the day, with close harmony trio, The Hummingbirds, performing throughout lunch and afternoon tea.

Meander through a carpet of bluebells in the ancient woodland at Gidleigh Park with our Estate Manager, Andrew Brimblecombe and Plantsman, Paul Grigg as your guides. The 107 acre estate is nestled in a valley within the natural beauty of Dartmoor and offers an abundance of different habitats.

Tucked away in a private garden in Gidleigh village are the ruins of a 13th-century castle. Usually off-limits to the public, join us for a unique opportunity to explore Gidleigh Castle before indulging in a sumptuous full afternoon tea upon your return. 

Award-winning chefs from across the Andrew Brownsword Hotels collection of properties will come together to share their signature dishes in an evening of culinary competition.

Gidleigh Park hasn’t always been a hotel. With a history dating back to the 17^th century, discover more about Gidleigh Park’s fascinating past over a delicious full afternoon tea with Dartmoor expert Emma Cunis of Dartmoor’s Daughter, who will unravel the hotel’s glorious past.

Arrival from 3.00pm.

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Award-winning chefs from across the Andrew Brownsword Hotels collection of properties will come together to share their signature dishes in an evening of culinary competition.