Bond Street Distillery

The Bond Street Distillery sits just outside Hinckley, a working gin and spirit producer that's become something of a talking point in Warwickshire. You'll find proper craft distillation happening here - the kind where they're actually making the stuff rather than just bottling someone else's recipe. Tours take you through the process, and there's a tasting room where you can sample the results. It's intimate rather than grand, which rather suits the whole operation.

The appeal depends entirely on whether you care about how gin gets made. Serious spirit drinkers will find it worthwhile; casual visitors might feel it's a bit niche. Kids will get bored within twenty minutes unless they're the type who enjoy watching industrial processes. Allow a couple of hours if you're doing a tour and tasting. The distillery shop sells their own bottles, naturally.

For a holiday based at one of the nearby parks - Mallory Meadows or Bosworth Caravan Park are both within five miles - this works as a half-day activity that breaks up the usual park routine. Hinckley itself is unremarkable, but the distillery gives you a reason to venture into the town. If you're already exploring the Bosworth area, it's worth a look. If you're making a special trip, you'd want to combine it with walks or visits to other local attractions rather than treating it as a destination on its own.