Walking and Wine
A Walk on the Wine Side
A two night weekend of guided walking, carefully chosen wines,
seasonal dining and time in the Royal Deeside landscape.
Booking available for 2026
A weekend of wine adventures, quietly paced.
A Walk on the Wine Side is a two night experience shaped around walking, wine and the landscape surrounding Douneside. Guests arrive on Friday before settling into the estate and beginning the weekend with an introduction to the walled garden, a glass of fizz and a relaxed first evening.
The experience includes a guided walk through the local landscape, with curated stops featuring live music, light refreshments and wines selected to complement the surroundings. The weekend is guided by Douneside Sommelier James Payne, joined by Beth from Gusbourne, Laurel and Sabrina from Walk Farm, and local fiddle player David Anderson.
With breakfasts, a luxury picnic, a bespoke tasting menu with wine pairings and Health Club access included, the weekend is sociable, considered and unhurried.
Telephone: +44 (0) 1339 881230
Email: info@dounesidehouse.co.uk
Dates and booking status
Dates, availability and key details.
A Walk on the Wine Side is arranged as a two night experience, arriving Friday and departing Sunday, with guided walking, wine tasting moments and dining woven throughout the weekend.
Telephone: +44 (0) 1339 881230
Email: info@dounesidehouse.co.uk
Date
Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026
Availability
Booking available
The experience
Walking, wine and time on the estate.
The weekend balances gentle discovery with good food, conversation and carefully chosen wines, moving between the garden, the surrounding landscape and the table.
01
Friday
Garden welcome
Begin with an introduction to Douneside’s walled garden, with a glass of fizz and a talk from the garden team.
02
Saturday
Guided walk and wine stops
Set out through the local landscape, pausing for curated wine moments, light refreshments and live music along the way.
03
Saturday evening
Tasting menu
Return to Douneside for a bespoke tasting menu, served with carefully matched wine pairings.
04
Sunday
Breakfast and departure
Enjoy breakfast before departing, with time to take in the quieter pace of the estate.
A weekend in the landscape
Wine, walking and Royal Deeside.
This inaugural weekend is designed to feel immersive without being hurried. Wines are not simply served at the table; they are woven into the landscape, the walk and the rhythm of the weekend.
From the walled garden to the final tasting menu, the experience brings together Douneside’s setting, food and hospitality in a relaxed and memorable way.
What's included
A weekend shaped around walking and wine.
The package includes accommodation, breakfast, dining experiences, the guided walk and wine moments across the weekend.
✓ Two nights accommodation at Douneside House
✓ Hearty Scottish breakfast on both mornings
✓ Walled garden introduction with fizz and a talk from the garden team
✓ Guided walk through the local landscape
✓ Curated stops with live music, light refreshments and wine tasting moments
✓ Luxury picnic
✓ Bespoke tasting menu with wine pairings and Health Club access
Package rate
Two nights at Douneside.
The package includes two nights accommodation with breakfast, alongside the dining and wine experiences indicated. Booking is subject to availability.
Package rate
From £625 per person
Stay length
Two nights
Booking is subject to availability. Events are non-refundable unless otherwise stated. Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of reservation.
Questions, answered
When is A Walk on the Wine Side?
A Walk on the Wine Side takes place from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026.
How long is the experience?
It is arranged as a two night stay, arriving on Friday and departing on Sunday.
What is included in the weekend?
The package includes two nights accommodation, breakfasts, a walled garden introduction, a guided walk, curated wine stops, a luxury picnic, a bespoke tasting menu with wine pairings and Health Club access.
Who is hosting the weekend?
The weekend is guided by Douneside Sommelier James Payne, with Beth from Gusbourne, Laurel and Sabrina from Walk Farm, and local fiddle player David Anderson.
Is the guided walk included?
Yes. A guided walk through the local landscape forms part of the weekend experience.
How much does the package cost?
The package rate is from £625 per person, including two nights accommodation with breakfast and the dining experiences indicated.
How do I book?
Please contact Douneside House directly by telephone or email and the team will advise on availability and reservation terms.
Enquire with the team
Speak to Douneside House about availability.
Telephone: +44 (0) 1339 881230
Email: info@dounesidehouse.co.uk
Related events
Other seasonal gatherings at Douneside.
Use these cards to link guests towards other events, seasonal stays or the main events hub.