St. Giles Gin Distillery
Discover Norfolk's award-winning St. Giles Gin at this family-run distillery: tour the timber barn, craft your own spirit on a mini still, and savor smooth, botanically rich gins born from global adventures and local heritage.
St. Giles Gin Distillery, nestled in the Norfolk countryside outside Norwich, crafts award-winning gins inspired by global travels and local heritage. Founded in 2017 by Simon Melton, this independent producer offers distillery tours, gin-making classes, and tastings in a charming timber-clad barn. Discover smooth, velvety spirits like Signature Gin, Raspberry Rhubarb & Ginger, and Divers' Edition using a custom 400L copper still named Anna. Perfect for gin enthusiasts seeking hands-on experiences amid serene rural surroundings.
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- St. Giles Gin, Norwich, NR12 7BG, GB
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- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
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Local tips
- Book gin-making classes in advance; sessions fill quickly with hands-on distilling, naming, and tasting your custom bottle.
- Pair tastings with premium tonic and fresh garnishes like Norfolk raspberries to highlight the gins' delicate smoothness.
- Visit mid-week for quieter tours; weekends see more enthusiasts exploring the copper still and botanical stories.
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Getting There
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Driving
From Norwich center, drive 15-20 min (10km) northeast via A140 to North Walsham Road; free parking at the rural site. Costs ~£5-10 fuel.
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Taxi/Rideshare
30-min taxi from Norwich station/train (~£25-35 one-way); book ahead as rural location limits options.
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Public Transport
Bus from Norwich (e.g., Route 12X) to nearby North Walsham, then 2km walk/taxi (total 45-60 min, ~£5-8); limited schedules.
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History and Founding
St. Giles Gin Distillery, officially Norwich Dry Gin Company Ltd., was established in 2017 by professional diver Simon Melton and his wife Alison. Inspired by gins tasted worldwide during his diving career, Simon aimed to create a premium spirit with luxurious smoothness and complex botanicals. The name honors Norwich's historic St. Giles Street, where the family has roots and links to the city's distilling past, echoing London's infamous 18th-century gin district.The Distillery and Production
Located on North Walsham Road in rural Norwich (NR12 7BG), the distillery occupies a picturesque timber-clad barn next to the family home. At its heart is Anna, a bespoke 400L copper pot still from Germany, featuring a triple distillation column, botanical basket, and advanced condensing tower. Head distiller Pete Margree oversees slow, meticulous distillation to preserve delicate flavors. Small-batch production ensures consistency, blending global botanicals like sea kelp, samphire, and local Norfolk raspberries with precision.Award-Winning Gins
The lineup includes the flagship St. Giles Gin (Signature), a velvety smooth classic; Divers' Edition (navy strength); Raspberry, Rhubarb & Ginger; and Mandarin & Passion Fruit Gin. Each boasts unique character—bright fruit notes, sumptuous depth—while sharing an unmistakable delicacy ideal for tonics, cocktails, or sipping neat. Over 100 trials refined recipes prioritizing balance, strength, and clarity.Visitor Experiences
Gin lovers enjoy 2-hour tours and hands-on classes using mini copper pot stills. Guests tour the facility, distill their own gin, name it, bottle, label, and taste the range. Pete guides through the process, sharing insights into botanicals and techniques. These intimate sessions highlight the family-run operation's passion.Norfolk Spirit
Rooted in Norfolk's big skies and coastlines, St. Giles celebrates local ingredients amid quiet countryside. Contact +44 1603 737460 or visit for bookings. An essential stop for spirit explorers near Norwich.Explore the best of what St. Giles Gin has to offer
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