Monday May 4th

11am-3pm

Join us for our annual garden party with market stalls, Cooking demo’s, Garden Tours and Family Fun in the Pony Gardens. Don’t forget while entry is free we advise booking your slot on the barbeque and reserving your space for tours and demos.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

10:00 AM 3:00 PM

Join us for a wonderful day painting in the lower gardens of The Pony. We will submerge ourselves in the beautiful grounds undercover a stretch tent, to focus on the lower gardens in full bloom; working outside using acrylic paints. A delicious ploughman’s lunch, glass wine, hot drinks and materials all included in this wonderful peaceful day.

£85.00

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

10:00 AM 3:00 PM

Love this time of year so painting the windfall that is conkers is an absolute must. Join me for this seasonal workshop, in a beautiful setting at The Pony, Chew Valley accompanied with a delicious ploughman’s, glass of wine and hot drinks. This is the well being day you’ve needed after a busy summer.

£85.00

Wednesday 29th April

7pm-9.30pm

Join us for a Botanical Coloring Pencil Workshop paired with a glass of wine and pudding at The Pony in Chew Valley. This unique art experience invites you to explore the delicate beauty of botanical subjects through detailed pencil colouring techniques. Enjoy expert guidance in a relaxed, social setting while savoring a carefully selected wine and a delicious dessert. Whether you're a beginner or have some artistic experience, this workshop offers a perfect blend of creativity and indulgence. Reserve your spot today for an evening of art, flavors, and fun.

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

On Saturdays we celebrate the quintessential British past time of Afternoon Tea.

Our afternoon tea includes a full afternoon tea with the option of upgrading to Gusbourne Blanc de Blanc or a non alcoholic fizz.

£45 for 2 people

£30 supplement for Gusbourne

£10 supplement for non-alcoholic fizz

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

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

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

We run regular volunteer sessions in our garden with Tim the gardener. Which finish with lunch in our restaurant as way of thanks.

We accept garden volunteers on Thursdays from June

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!

The award winning Pony Chew Valley Gardens are always open to the public for a walk and to see our magnificent view. We dont ask that you are a guest or that you purchase anything at all.

When you visit pop into the pub let us know your here for a wander and we’ll make you a mug of tea for your walk.

We look forward to meeting you