A Special Day Out: Hampshire Lottery Winner Visits Denbies with AD

A Special Day Out: Hampshire Lottery Winner Visits Denbies with AD

Posted: 12/11/2025

Every now and then we get asked to look after a journey that carries a bit of extra sparkle. This week was one of them. A Hampshire-based £1,000,000+ lottery winner invited us to take her and a friend on a gentle, good-value day trip from Barton on Sea and West End, Southampton to Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking. The plan? A vineyard tour, a guided tasting, a long relaxing lunch and an easy ride home afterwards — the sort of day AD Premium Travel loves to make simple.

AD isn’t about flashy headlines or over-the-top frills. We’re the friendly, fairly priced option you book because you want a day to run smoothly. Tell us the timings, the pick-ups, the drop-offs, the passengers and the luggage — we sort the rest. Days out, vineyard visits, airport runs, cruise drop-offs, meetings in the city — it all goes the same way: value, comfort and a calm driver who knows the route.

One thing our guest said really stuck with us:
“Not everyone that wins copes well with their sudden financial change in circumstances.”
It was a reminder that even the happiest of life surprises can feel overwhelming. Our job? Keep the travel part steady, grounded and reassuring.

If you’ve got your own day out in mind — a vineyard, a countryside lunch, a New Forest run or a London experience — book through Bookings or browse Leisure Travel for ideas. We’ll keep things organised, friendly and fuss-free.

A day trip that flowed naturally

The day began in Barton on Sea, where our driver collected our winner. Next stop: West End, Southampton to pick up her friend. With everyone comfortable, the route to Denbies was planned to avoid the worst bottlenecks around Guildford and the Surrey Hills. Smooth roads, good timing, no stress.

At the estate, the ladies enjoyed:

  • A guided tour of the vineyards

  • A tasting session with Denbies’ wines

  • A relaxed lunch overlooking the hills

Meanwhile, we positioned the car close by, so when they were ready to head home, everything was already in place.

Travel that feels grounded

AD specialises in practical, good-value travel — clean cars, polite drivers, sensible timings and clear pricing. Whether you’re booking a vineyard visit, arranging a birthday surprise or heading off for a weekend break, it’s all about taking away the faff.

You’ll find the options clearly laid out across Services, from Airport Transfers and Cruise Transfers to Leisure Travel and Business Travel. Groups love our Luxury MPV; couples often choose a saloon, estate or Electric Vehicle. Explore layouts and space on Vehicles to see what suits you.

A comment that stayed with us…

During the journey, our guest shared something thoughtful:
“Not everyone that wins copes well with their sudden financial change in circumstances.”

Sometimes people imagine winning big means instant ease. The truth is, big life changes often come with pressures no one sees — family expectations, lifestyle shifts, even anxiety about being treated differently. AD drivers are trained to be calm, discreet and quietly supportive. You don’t have to be a celebrity or a lottery winner for that to matter — it’s simply how we treat everyone.

AD’s New Forest & Hampshire coverage

We regularly collect from:
Lyndhurst, Barton on Sea, Burley, Brockenhurst, Lymington, Milford on Sea, New Milton, Sway, Ringwood, Totton, Ashurst, and wider Southampton, Winchester, Romsey and Portsmouth.

Whether it’s a Denbies day out, a Goodwood event, a Heathrow connection or a cruise afternoon, we’ll plan the timings, choose the right lanes and help the day feel easy.

Why people book days out with AD

  • Value-conscious pricing

  • Friendly, punctual drivers

  • Proper local knowledge

  • Clean, modern cars

  • Stress-free timing planning

  • Door-to-door comfort

  • Optional luxury upgrade when you want a little extra

If you’re planning something special, just mention it in the notes when you book via Bookings — we’ll shape the journey around your plans.

FAQs

Can we book a vineyard or countryside day out with AD?
Absolutely — choose Leisure Travel and tell us the details.

Do you collect from multiple addresses?
Yes — just include each pick-up in Bookings.

Can we request a specific vehicle?
You can request one, and we’ll confirm availability before you commit.

What if our lunch or tasting runs late?
Just message your driver. We build flexibility into the schedule.

Do you cover the New Forest and wider Hampshire?
Yes — from Lyndhurst to Barton on Sea, Burley to Winchester and beyond.

Book with AD Premium Travel
Great-value journeys, friendly drivers, and days out that feel effortlessly organised.

Call +44(0)2380981758, visit www.adpremiumtravel.co.uk, or head straight to Bookings to plan your trip.