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Extra places now available for our fabulous Saturday wine, Champagne and lunch event. Details here

The Lion and Pheasant Hotel

Lion-and-Pheasant

About the venue

Our new town centre venue is literally a few steps from our old venue.  The Lion and Pheasant is a "boutique" hotel with a wonderful restaurant.

How to get there

The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
49-50 Wyle Cop
SY1 1XJ

See map at bottom of page

Upcoming events

Cheese & Wine Pairing
Fri 24
Jan
- 2025 -
Cheese & Wine Pairing
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evening and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home
£40.00
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WSET Award In Wines Level 1 Inc Exam
Sun 26
Jan
- 2025 -
WSET Award In Wines Level 1 Inc Exam
The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is an entry level professional qualification providing a straightforward introduction to wine. 
£195.00
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French Wine Essentials
Fri 07
Feb
- 2025 -
French Wine Essentials
Do you love French wine or are you baffled by its seemingly arbitrary labelling regulations and oblique references to the mystery of "terroir"? Either way, this is the course for you! Delivered in one intense "boot camp" weekend. 
£425.00
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Explore the Wines of Italy
Tue 11
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Italy
A real treat as we visit the largest wine producing country in the world, to sample seven from its multitude of famous wines.  We also explore the principles of ensuring your food and wine match perfectly.
£40.00
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Spanish Wine Scholar®
Sat 15
Feb
- 2025 -
Spanish Wine Scholar®

Spanish Wine Scholar™ is the ideal course for members of the wine trade and avid enthusiasts of Spanish wine. It is a deep dive into the regions, culture, wines, history and cuisine of Spain alongside one of the most exciting tasting lineups we...

£725.00
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Explore the Wines of Spain & Portugal
Tue 18
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Spain & Portugal
From super refreshing white wines, to oaky aged wines from classic indigenous grape varieties there is so much to enjoy here, all accompanied by some Spanish-themed snacks. We also explore some of the science behind ageing wines in oak barrels.
£40.00
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Premium Gin Tasting
Fri 21
Feb
- 2025 -
Premium Gin Tasting
Enjoy six premium gins, Fevertree tonic and garnishes. Discover your new favourite gin and learn some things you never knew about gin.
£40.00
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Explore Wines Beyond Europe - Spring 2025
Starts
Tue 25
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore Wines Beyond Europe - Spring 2025

Taste 18 wines from around the world including wines from famous areas such as Marlborough, Barossa Valley and Stellenbosch. Learn to “taste like a professional” and explore many different grape varieties, some very well-known, some much ...

£120.00
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Explore the Wines of Australia & New Zealand
Tue 25
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Australia & New Zealand
More than anywhere else, New Zealand and Australia are the flagbearers for the "Brave New World" of wine.  If you've only ever drunk mass-produced supermarket wines you're in for a treat, with six great wines that are uniquely from "Down Under"
£40.00
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Explore the Wines of Chile & Argentina
Tue 04
Mar
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Chile & Argentina
Two of the UK's most popular countries for supplying wine, Chile for its dazzling array of fruity favourites and Argentina for its powerful Malbecs.  Join us for this tasting and discover both countries have more to offer than you might think.
£40.00
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Explore the Wines of South Africa & USA
Tue 11
Mar
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of South Africa & USA
Six lovely wines showcasing the very old "New World" winemaking of South Africa and what Californian wines can deliver away from those supermarket brands.  Iconic Pinotage and Zinfandel backed by a host of other varieties basking in the sun.
£40.00
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Champagne, Fizz, Fish and Chips
Fri 14
Mar
- 2025 -
Champagne, Fizz, Fish and Chips
A well-kept secret, but one of the best food and wine combinations is fish and chips with Champagne!  A decadent and indulgent evening.
£60.00
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