What’s On
Find out about our latest events, special menus and what The Pony Family is getting up to!
Our special event evenings take place at weekends, with a focus on outstanding quality local produce from trusted suppliers and the Pony Garden.
Including…
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Pony Garden Party
May 27th 11am-4pm
Join us for our annual garden party, with market stalls, barbeque and childrens activities.
Book your ploughman’s picnic or barbeque slot in advance to avoid disappointment
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Wild Wine School
WSET Level 1
WSET Level 2
Introduction to Wild Wine
For the past five years, Wild Wine School has been at the forefront of sustainable wine education in Cornwall, delivering WSET accredited qualifications alongside specialist courses on sustainability within the wine industry. Unique in its approach, the school draws inspiration from the natural world, encouraging students to engage actively with their surroundings and tune into their senses through innovative activities such as tasting from nature.
We are so excited to be hosting the Wild Wine School as they offer 3 courses with us here at the Pony Chew Valley with WSET level 3 coming in 2025.
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Valley Arts Open Mic Night
Tuesday 21st May
Tuesday 18th June
Tuesday 16th July
Tuesday 20th August
Calling Chew Valley musicians! Have you been working on a song or piece? Feeling ready to play in front of a friendly supportive audience?
So dust off that guitar, banjo, or even your trombone or drum kit… Whatever you play or sing, come share your talents; solos, duos, small groups…all genres, instruments and voices welcome, learners or pros. Or just come out for an entertaining evening featuring some excellent local live music.
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Sunday Roast
Join us at the Pony Chew Valley for an elevated take on a British institution
We now host Sunday Lunch every week (events permitting)
£45 for 3 courses
Book online now or email hello@theponychewvalley.co.uk
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Fish & Shellfish Night
On the second Thursday of the month we celebrate the best seafood that the South West coast has to offer with a 6 course tasting menu
9th May
13th June
11th July
8th August
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The Hidden World of Hospitality with Tom Kerridge
August 17th BBC 2
Tom Kerridge lifts the lid on the industry he knows and loves - meeting the skilled and passionate professionals taking risks to reach the top of their game.
Josh & Holly and the restaurant refurbishment is a feature on the episode on August 17th.
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Book a Chefs Table with Josh Eggleton
Book a chefs table tasting menu with our Chef Patron Josh Eggleton. Please get in touch to discuss available dates.
You will enjoy a 6 course tasting menu curated for you by Josh Eggleton cooked in our purpose built demo kitchen right in front of your eyes.
6-8 guests £90 per per person including welcome drink
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Book a Chefs Table with Rob Howell
Book a chefs table tasting menu with Root chef patron Rob Howell. Please get in touch to discuss available dates.
Rob is the Chef Patron of Root Bristol and Root Wells former head chef of the Pony & Trap.
You will enjoy a 6 course tasting menu curated for you by Rob Howell cooked in our purpose built demo kitchen right in front of your eyes.
6-8 guests £90 per per person including welcome drink
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Wine & Cheese Tour with Good Stories in Food
June 7th
July 5th
You'll meet your group in central Bristol where you'll hop aboard the tour minibus that will be your transport for the day.
The first stop is a natural, biodynamic vineyard with breathtaking views over Chew Valley Lake! You'll learn about the biodynamic approach to viticulture and the impact it has on both of flavour of the wine and the land and you'll taste two of these unique wines.
Then there will be a stop for lunch at the amazing The Pony Chew Valley, run by Josh Eggleton! You'll enjoy an exclusive lunch, with nibbles and a main dish, profiling the best local ingredients. You'll also get a special tour of the restaurant, garden and cookery school, from Josh himself (availability dependent)!
Please note, lunch is included in the price of the tour.
From here the group will head to the village of Cheddar, where you'll have time to explore this charming village before taking a tour of a dairy that produces the only cheddar cheese made in Cheddar and taste some of their wonderful cheeses.
Next, it's on to a second vineyard to learn about planet-friendly growing techniques and, of course, you'll taste some fabulous wine!
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Garden Volunteering
We run regular volunteer sessions in our garden with Tim the gardener. Which finish with lunch in our restaurant as way of thanks.
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Yoga with Emma Hasell
Keep an eye out for the next date
An evening to nourish both body & mind with mindful movement & delicious seasonal food with Emma Hasell
An opportunity to immerse all five senses to connect with nature and yourself, giving yourself time and space to feel present.
Together we will practise a gentle slow paced yoga flow perfect for finding rhythm with breath and body.
A guided meditation followed by a beautiful soundbath bathing you in sounds and vibrations for deep relaxation.
We hope you can join us and look forward to seeing you.
All abilities welcome
The evening includes yoga, soundbath and dinner