Upper Neatham Mill in Alton (Hampshire), England

Upper Neatham Mill offers established cider-making courses with hands-on training. Guests learn the craft in a historic 17th-century barn conversion surrounded by 11 acres of gardens. The weekend workshop experience combines practical skills with the setting of a working mill.

The hotel provides two spacious guest rooms, each with ensuite facilities and garden views. Soundproofing, parquet floors, and tea/coffee makers are standard in every room. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property, and an electric vehicle charging station is available on-site.

Breakfast is à la carte with full English, Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Homemade items and organic produce are central to the meal, with warm dishes and juice served each morning. The food emphasis is on locally sourced ingredients, reflecting the hotel's eco-friendly practices.

The property sits 1.8 km from the Alton Watercress Line and 12 minutes from Blacknest Golf Club Limited. Jane Austen's House Museum, Frensham Great Pond and Common, and the South Downs National Park entrance are all within easy reach. The outdoor space includes gardens and picnic areas for guest leisure.

The hotel is family-friendly and promotes eco-friendly practices, including recycling and sustainability. Guests can explore the countryside for wildlife viewing or relax in the picnic areas. A tranquil location minutes from major transport routes supports easy access to surrounding attractions.

Cider-Making: Weekend workshop with hands-on training

Rooms: 2 spacious ensuite rooms with garden views

Breakfast: À la carte with homemade organic items

Location: 1.8 km from Alton Watercress Line

Eco: Electric vehicle charging station on-site

Setting: 17th-century barn conversion on 11 acres