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Event - Dine Around Bushmills

Date - Friday 6th October, 2023
Venue -  Bushmills Village
Arrival time - 6.15 pm
End Time - Late

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Dine around Bushmills Friday 6th October 2023

 

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 Dine around Bushmills is a popular food tour around the historic village of Bushmills, Co. Antrim. The home of the world's oldest licensed distillery, Old Bushmills Distillery is the starting location for this much sought-after experience. Diners are transported around the village on a 1950's vintage coach.

What can ticket holders expect?

Participating venues work together to create an exceptional evening. Expect lots of locally sourced food and drink. Please read our blog for a flavour of our last Dine around event, Dine Around Bushmills - a snapshot of what we have to offer Foodies! (bushmillsbanquet.com)

What time do we need to be at Old Bushmills Distillery, and when does the evening finish?

Please arrive in time to board our Vintage coach at 6.15 pm sharp, which will take you into the exclusive parts of the Old Bushmills Distillery for an exceptional tasting in buildings steeped in history and with the rich aroma of Bushmills whiskey in the air. Park in the main visitor car park but plan your evening in advance as your last venue will be The Bushmills Inn Hotel, where you are welcome to join revellers in the front bar for an evening of music (Coach transport included for drop-off, Free entry), please note drinks at the Bushmills Inn are not included, they cannot reserve seats in advance, but the Old Gas Bar at The Bushmills Inn is a destination in itself, a perfect end to a memorable evening. 

I am a fussy eater. Will the Dine around Bushmills suit me?

Well, to be frank, this tour is an opportunity to be adventurous and almost blind taste your way around Bushmills, but if you have a particular food allergen but are passionate about food and drink, get in touch in advance, and we will do our best to advise. Expect our menus to be heavy-handed with Salmon and whiskey, although we will endeavour to create a balanced mix of local produce!

How much is a Dine around Bushmills ticket?

Tickets go on sale at 7 pm on Friday 8th October 2023, with a pre-release link sent to our loyal subscribers in advance. Tickets are priced at £89 per person (non-refundable and non-transferable). A link will be sent to purchase online to subscribers in advance of the official release.

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We will send our subscribers a link to purchase tickets before their general release at 7 pm on Friday 8th September 2023. So subscribe now to get ahead of demand. Limited tickets available, so first come, first served!

Dates of next tour.

Upcoming Dine around Bushmills - Friday 6th October 2023.

 

 What can we expect from the Bushmills Salmon and Whiskey Festival 2023 - 6th, 7th & 8th October

The Bushmills Salmon & Whiskey Festival will make a welcome return this autumn to celebrate the food, drink and local heritage of the area.

The village will host the festival on the weekend of 6th – 8th October, with lots to look forward to from a variety of fantastic food demonstrations, entertainment, live music, fishing activities and outdoor fun for children to enjoy. Foodies will be able to indulge locally produced food and drink, with a focus on salmon and whiskey.

 

Visitors will enjoy the local warm hospitality of the village at both the Bushmills Distillery and the Naturally North Coast & Glens Artisan Market. The distillery will be open during the festival weekend, while the market will offer the opportunity to meet the makers behind the local produce, purchase unique handmade crafts and more. 

 

Many independent businesses are involved to help make the festival a success, as well as involvement from local chefs, including Gary Stewart from Tartine at The Distillers Arms, who is an integral part of the weekend. Celebrity chef Paula McIntrye will be attending over the weekend and will be hosting several cookery demonstrations.

 

The festival is part funded by DAERA – NI Regional Food Programme, supported by the Bushmills Business Association.

 

Friday, October 6

A unique Coast & Countryside tour will be available throughout the day, exploring the bespoke offering Bushmills has to offer. This will be guided by the wonderful Wendy Gallagher (pre-booking required via causewaycoastfoodietours.com).

The highlight of Friday evening is the Bushmills ‘Dine around Town’, a unique food and drink experience created to indulge visitors with bespoke menus using the finest quality local produce. Musical performances in select venues will set the mood to kick-off the festival weekend. This is a ticketed event with limited places. 

 

Saturday, October 7

Enjoy wandering around Bushmills and guide yourself through the Taste Trail, taking in the smells and flavours on offer. The many great restaurants and cafes in the village welcome you to try a variety of fresh local dishes embracing locally sourced ingredients, especially Salmon and/or Whiskey. Bushmills Distillery will be open during the weekend and hosting tours. The Visitor Information Centre will host a taste showcase of products from local artisan producers. Various establishments will also host music and entertainment into the evening.

 

Sunday, October 8

The Outdoor (STREAT) programme will consist of Naturally North Coast & Glens Artisan Market stalls, Bushmills Distillery whiskey tastings and tours, cookery demonstrations with celebrity chef Paula McIntyre and various talented local chefs, musical acts, and entertainers. There will also be a quiet time session for children with additional needs.

 

Main Street carpark will host an afternoon of live cookery demonstrations and the ‘Whiskey Hub’, a brand-new experience for the Whiskey enthusiast. A select range of local distilleries will host a taste and information session across Sunday afternoon, allowing visitors to taste and experience the fine whiskeys on offer in Northern Ireland.

 

With many ways to enjoy unique food experiences, this festival is not one to be missed!

 

DAERA has advised Council that, due to budget constraints, it is unable to open up the River Bush Salmon Station to the public as part of this year’s festival, as it had done in the past.

 

 Support local

Looking for some inspiration, pop into a cooking demonstration which will no doubt give you an appetite in time for refreshment breaks at the local cafes, restaurants and bars along the Bushmills Taste Trail. Be sure to stock up on the wide range of produce available to buy from our family-run butchers, cheesemonger and artisan deli, bakeries and the most famous traditional fruit and veg store in the country before you call it a day. If you are fortunate enough to live in the village or nearby or plan to stay in the area, the festival feel continues into the evening with venues offering great food, drink and entertainment throughout the evening. So why not make a weekend of it? For suggestions on where to stay, check out our where-to-stay guide for a couple of suggestions.

 

For more information on what to expect when visiting Bushmills village, enjoy our Experience Bushmills videos! We are not just about 'eatin and drinkin' in Bushmills as we boast a range of exclusive fashion boutiques, fine art, crafts, gifts, books and antique stores. You will be amazed at the range and quality of what this picturesque village offers.