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The Best Sussex Vineyard Tours

The best sussex vineyard tours will have you sipping english sparkling wine in the south downs and sampling fine whites by the south coast..

England’s wine scene has surprised a lot of people. 100 years ago, who would have expected our sparkling wines to be out performing classic champagne brands at wine awards around the world? While England’s wine heritage may not have the same reputation as our friends across the channel, the conditions and landscapes in Britain are becoming more and more suited to wine production.

As Europe heats up, the south of England has become a desirable region to plant vineyards, with dry, warm summers and cool winters – perfect for growing grapes.

The majority of English wine is white or sparkling, but there are a few bottles of rose and red in production too. Today, there more than 700 different vineyards scattered across Great Britain, ranging from tiny producers to large-scale operations.

Why is Sussex such a great place for wine production? Well, the vineyards in this part of England have similar soil types and climate conditions as the best vineyards in the world. The moderate climate gives the grapes time to ripen slowly, increasing their ripeness, complexity and acidity. On an ideal year, the vines will avoid frost in April and enjoy a warm September, plumping them up before harvest in September or October.

The chalk and sandy soil in the region is also similar to that found in the Champagne region of France.

In 2018, Ridgeview winery in Sussex won the title of Winemaker of the Year at the International Wine and Spirit Competition. That’s not all, there are several others close by with excellent reputations.

One of the best ways to get to know the region’s impressive wine selection is by tasting it on site.

All of these Sussex vineyard tours give you the opportunity to see how the process works, from grapevine to bottle. Plus, the best bit? You get to drink some too!

The Best Sussex Vineyards

Depending on where you’re travelling from, I’ve separated the vineyards into their locations in East and West Sussex. If you can’t plan a trip right away, or want to give the trip as a present, you could buy a gift voucher via the websites below.

East Sussex Vineyard Tours  

Rathfinny wine estate.

Rathfinny Wine Estate was established in 2010 near Alfriston in the beautiful South Downs. The vineyard is located on south-facing slopes, benefiting from warmth, sea air and excellent chalky soil. It’s as though Sussex has a microclimate designed for growing grapes for wine production!

Rathfinny Wine Estate is one of the largest vineyards in the UK, and just ten years into its lifespan, is already producing award-winning English sparkling wines.

It has its sights set on an ambitious task too – to expand to approximately 350 acres of vines, producing almost eighty thousand cases of Sussex Sparkling wine per year.

The vineyard is open for tours and tastings at various times throughout the year.  Of all the Sussex vineyard tours, this one is amazing for learning about how sparkling wine is produced and what makes it special.

After a wander through the vines, hearing from a knowledgeable guide all about the process, it’s time to head to the tasting room for a few samples.

It’s worth noting that Rathfinny Wine Estate also has a top restaurant (the Rathfinny restaurant menu looks incredible!) plus smart accommodation on a B&B basis.

Address: Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TU.

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Bluebell Vineyard Estates

Bluebell Vineyard Estates lies in a contrasting location, close to bluebell strewn woods and on the edge of Winne-The-Pooh’s favourite forest, Ashdown Forest!

The family-run vineyard was established in 2005, and up until last year had focused on producing top class English sparkling wines. In 2019, the vineyard released a new range of still wines. With 100 acres of vines, and a beautiful location too, this is one of the best Sussex vineyard tours.

There are a few options on offer, including guided vineyard tours with tastings, picnics, special events and self-guided woodland trail walks.

Their Sussex vineyard tours offer a ‘grape to glass’ experience. After seeing the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grape varieties growing, there’s a chance to peek inside the winery and production room, before tasting four different wines in the tasting room.

Address: Bluebell Vineyard Estates, Glenmore Farm, Sliders Lane, Furners Green, East Sussex, TN22 3RU.

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Ridgeview Wine Estate

Located close to the stunning village of Ditchling in East Sussex, this Sussex vineyard has an excellent reputation for its full flavoured sparkling wines. Another lovely site, on the edge of the South Downs, the region benefits from great chalky soil and a moderate climate.

The vines were planted back in 1995, back when wine production in Sussex was a pretty niche activity. And these days? Ridgeview is one of the top producers of English sparkling wine – sold by top brands Laithwaites, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer. It’s also won several awards including Winemaker of the Year at the International Wine and Spirit Competition.

There are regular guided tours of Ridgeview Wine Estate, where you can find out more about what it takes to produce an award-winning sparkling wine, what the key characteristics of the wine are, and quiz the staff all about life on a vineyard. Then it’s time for a few samples in the beautiful tasting room overlooking the South Downs.

  Address: Ridgeview Wine Estate, Fragbarrow Lane, Ditchling Common, Sussex, BN6 8TP.  

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West Sussex Vineyard Tours

Nyetimber vineyard.

The most famous of all the Sussex vineyards on the list, I’ve seen the Nyetimber wine labels on numerous occasions at restaurants and attractions in the UK. Nyetimber’s estate is located in picturesque West Chiltington, and again enjoys a climate that is perfect for a slow ripening of the grapes.

The wines are produced using traditional methods, including an ageing process during which the wines develop complex flavours.

Nyetimber offer one of the best Sussex vineyard tours. The two-hour tour begins in the White Barn, learning about the history of the wine brand from an experienced guide. Then it’s time for a wander around the pretty estate and vineyards, taking in views over the West Sussex countryside.

You’ll finish your tour in the 15th Century Medieval Barn for a tasting of Nyetimber’s award-winning sparkling wines, including the gold-medal winning Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage, Rosé Multi-Vintage and Cuvee Chérie Multi-Vintage.

Address: Nyetimber Vineyard, Gay Street, West Chiltington, West Sussex, RH20 2HH.

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Stopham Vineyard

This spectacular Sussex vineyard is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty in West Sussex and forms part of the South Downs National Park. The vines here benefit from great conditions, including a sandy soil and moderate climate.

At Stopham, they grow Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois and Bacchus grape varieties as well as producing sparkling wine from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This is top quality wine too… I mean, if it’s on the menu at restaurants such as Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons, it must be!

In terms of tours, you can visit this picturesque West Sussex vineyard most Saturdays from April to October (call and book before you visit). Usually you’ll tour the grounds with one of the winemakers, so you’ll learn lots about production, what makes this area great for the grapes and see all the equipment that’s used too. Then it’s time for a guided tasting of a selection of wines.

Address : Stopham Vineyard, Stopham, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1EE.

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Albourne Estate

Just twenty minutes from Brighton lies this beautiful wine estate, overlooking the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park. It’s one of the smaller and newer wineries in Sussex, launching in 2010, and now covering 30 acres.

The estate produces several white wines as well as top-quality English sparkling wine. I think a wine tour of Albourne Estate offers a great introduction to wine production in England.

It’s a family-run business, with passionate individuals overseeing all the key processes. On a tour, you’ll have a chance to ask all the questions you could desire and peek into all the areas of the business, from the vines themselves to the bottling and labelling areas.

Once you’ve toured the vineyards and seen the production process, it’s off to the tasting room for a tasting of four of the Albourne Estate’s wines.

Address : Albourne Farm, Shaves Wood Lane, Albourne, West Sussex, BN6 9DX.

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Bolney Wine Estate

This is a vineyard with family at its heart. Three generations of the family work at Bolney Wine Estate, heading up different operations. The founders set up camp in 1972, when they planted three acres of vines.

Since then, the estate has gone on to produce premium red, white, rose and English sparkling wines, picking up several awards along the way. One of the most prestigious accolades came in 2017, when the winery took the title of Winery of the Year at the UK Wine Awards.

As Sussex wine tours go, the options at Bolney Wine Estate are among the most magical! The vineyard trail is a beautiful route for all the family to explore, charting Bertie the Bolney Bunny’s adventures. Kids will love passing through the vines using the trail map, and there’s a chance to win a prize for finding Bertie too!

For grown-ups, there are several offerings too. The most popular is a casual tour of the vineyards followed by a tasting, but there are more sophisticated options too, including a gourmet dinner with wine pairings. The food looks top-notch, so I know which tour I’d choose!

Address: Bolney Wine Estate, Foxhole Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5NB.

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Wiston Estate

Wiston Estate is a 6,000-acre estate located in the heart of the South Downs. It’s another vineyard with a huge family history. The land has been in the family since 1743! The vines were planted in 2006, and include classic varieties of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Wiston Estate specialises in production of sparkling wines, so if you’re a fan of bubbly, this is the Sussex wine tour for you!

Wine tours take place from April to October, and begin in the estate’s original 16-acre chalk vineyard, before heading inside to the ancient Wine Barn for a tasting session of English Sparkling wines.

Address: Wiston Estate Winery, North Farm, Washington, West Sussex, RH20 4BB.

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I hope you’ve enjoyed reading about the Sussex vineyard tours on offer. If you’re local, you could spend time visiting all of them over a period of time. If you can only choose one, let us know which you decide to visit!

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3 thoughts on “The Best Sussex Vineyard Tours”

Thanks for sharing, I went to a brewery tour, which has a vineyard to, it was intresting to see how it was all made 🙂

Very interesting and well done. I was offered a meal for two at the Artelia Vineyard, described as nestling in the South Downs, through the Daily Telegraph, not long ago but regrettably let the opportunity slip by. The Wiston Vineyard, near Washington, West Sussex is close to where my wife and I live on the edge of Worthing and could be of interest for a visit.

Thanks for the comment Sir Rupert! Hopefully you can make it to one or two vineyards this summer – we always find them really enjoyable days out!

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Court Garden is a family-run, single-estate vineyard and winery in East Sussex, producing English sparkling and still wine, set on a beautiful south-facing slope with the South Downs as a backdrop. We are passionate about the grapes we grow and the wine we make. In recent years, that passion has been rewarded with numerous  national and international awards ; most notably two prestigious  International Wine Challenge  trophies, plus gold medals in  50 Great Sparkling Wines of the World , the  International Wine Challenge , the  International Wine & Spirit Competition ,  UK Vineyards Association  and  Sommelier Wine Awards .

Our Sparkling English Wines are all hand-crafted using traditional grape varieties and bottle fermentation, where long ageing on the lees adds to the complexity of the flavour. We also have a range of Ditchling still wines, which currently features a Rosé and a White.

You can  buy Court Garden English Wine  directly online or by calling 01273 844 479.

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We also run  vineyard tours , where you can learn about vine growing in the UK and the production of sparkling wine, followed by an informative tasting.

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Our popular vineyard tour and wine tasting experience is the perfect relaxing and enjoyable way to learn about vinegrowing and winemaking in Sussex.   You will visit our vineyard and winery before sampling our wines and local Sussex cheeses under the careful guidance of our experienced staff.    To ensure our tours remain informative and engaging we keep our group size to maximum of 22.

• Our Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting takes place at 11am and 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays over the summer and lasts approx. 1.5 hours
• Our tours go ahead whatever the weather so please keep an eye on the weather forecast and dress appropriately
• The tour involves a walk over rough ground and grass in the vineyard so please wear appropriate footwear.
•  During the guided tasting you will taste  four of our wines (a sparkling, two still and our ever-popular English Vermouth) matched with samples of local Sussex cheeses.   ALLERGY NOTES:   The cheeses provided for our tastings are made from sheep and cow’s milk.   One of the sheep milk cheeses is unpasteurised.  Please advise us in advance if you have any allergy concerns.
• Either before or after your tour you will have the opportunity to visit our Tasting Room & Shop to enjoy a further glass of wine or purchase some wines to take home.   We also serve local Sussex Cheese and Charcuterie boards in our Tasting Room which can be booked in advance during the check-out process or may be ordered on the day (subject to availability).
• You may also wish to stay for a Vineyard Picnic .   These must be booked separately and are only available on selected weekends during the summer.   If you wish to have a picnic, please check dates and availability before booking your tour.
• If you have a voucher for one of our tours you will be able to redeem this at the final step of the check-out.
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Vine times: grand plans for wine tourism in Sussex

Brilliant tipples are not all the county’s rapidly developing wine scene has to offer, as vineyards add festivals, art exhibitions and cool places to stay

I t has the same chalky soil as the Champagne region and its wine has the same protected status – and often beats French fizz in blind tastings. Now Sussex has launched a plan to attract many more visitors to its 138 vineyards, aiming to increase the value of wine tourism from £25m today to £283m by 2040.

Sussex has 888 hectares of vineyards, or 25.5% of the British land under vine, second only to Kent at 29.6%. But according to the authors of the growth plan – the tourism development agency Sussex Modern and the Sussex Visitor Economy Initiative – there are 40,000 hectares of land suitable for grapes available, giving the county enormous growth potential.

It is not just about increasing the number or size of the vineyards, however. The plan, which was launched in parliament on 14 June, also aims to expand the number of vineyards that are open to the public. Currently just over a quarter have cellar door sales, tours and tastings, restaurants, accommodation or wedding licences.

Other development projects include a new Sussex wine festival; guided and self-guided wine tours of the region; a network of cycling and walking routes connecting vineyards; and one- to three-day itineraries centred around wine, food, art and landscape.

“Wine is an outstanding success story for Sussex. In the last few years, it has emerged as a world-class region for wine-producing and wine tourism,” says Nathaniel Hepburn, the chair of Sussex Modern. “Pairing vineyard tours and visits with other destinations and activities is a sure-fire way of making the most of what Sussex has to offer.”

In the meantime, here are six of the best Sussex vineyards that are already welcoming visitors.

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For foodies: ridgeview.

Ridgeview near Burgess Hill was established in 1995. Its Rows & Vine restaurant opened last autumn: a series of covered pavilions around a central bar with a raised, open-air terrace overlooking the vineyard and woodland, and gardens designed by Andy Sturgeon. It serves seasonal small plates and wine by the glass, bottle or flight; there are aperitivo nights on Fridays and roasts – served with sparkling red wine – on Sundays. The winery also hosts a music festival, Ridgefest , in August. The shop is open daily and tours start from £20 for a vineyard walk and tasting. Burgess Hill railway station is a 40-minute walk away.

For art lovers: Artelium

Also near Burgess Hill, Artelium brings together wine, art and nature. There are tours on Saturdays, tastings from Thursday to Sunday, and regular events such as tai chi among the vines and pizza nights. It has commissioned artworks for its wine bottles and the walls of the winery, and sculptures for the grounds. It also holds regular exhibitions – the summer exhibition focuses on the sculptor John Skelton (until 5 August) – and a twice-yearly makers’ market (next market 2 December). Plumpton railway station is a 20-minute walk away.

Family-friendly: Oastbrook Estate

Oastbrook , near Bodiam Castle, is a newer winery, with the first vines planted in 2018. It has family-friendly accommodation – bell tents, a hobbit-style house and a lakeside lodge – and runs children’s tours of the vineyard, led by the owners’ teenage daughter (£8, ages five to 16). Parents are then free to join the new summer wine tastings (selected Saturdays, £20) or the vineyard tour and tasting (£30). The estate is four miles east of Robertsbridge railway station.

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Stay the night: wiston estate.

The Wiston Estate has been in the Goring family since 1743, and the first vines were planted in 2006. It has a restaurant, Chalk, and runs a variety of tours and tastings, from an off-road bike tour and lunch to a “sundowner safari” and dinner. This month, it has opened its first accommodation, a renovated cottage called the Pump House . The cottage sleeps up to four people and two dogs, and all bookings include a bottle of Wiston Brut NV (from £660 for four nights). The estate is five miles north of Worthing, close to Findon.

Learn about wine: Bolney Wine Estate

Established in 1972, Bolney was one of England’s first wine estates – and claims to be one of the most beautiful. It serves breakfast and lunch in its Eighteen Acre Cafe (plus dinner on Fridays and Saturdays), which has a balcony overlooking the vines, and runs popular cheese and wine tasting tours. The estate is five miles west of Haywards Heath. New this month is Wine Down Wednesdays , a series of mini masterclasses with a winemaker. First up: sparkling wine (£35, 19 July).

For wine sceptics: Ashling Park Estate

Ashling Park , four miles from Chichester, has tours, tastings, a restaurant and lodges to stay in. And for those who aren’t huge fans of wine, it has a gin school , with hands-on classes (£160 for two people) where participants make two bottles of their own gin. It has also partnered with Southern eBike Rentals that will deliver push bikes or e-bikes to the vineyard, allowing guests to explore the nearby Kingley Vale nature reserve on two wheels, or cycle to Wittering beach or Chichester harbour.

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From vineyard tours to relaxed wine tastings or dining at our restaurant, The Rows and Vine, join us at Ridgeview to experience English sparkling wine at its finest. Plan your visit to our breath-taking wine estate in the South Downs National Park and start your journey of discovery through English sparkling wine.

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For more than 25 years, Ridgeview has been producing world-class English sparkling wine. We planted our vineyards at at time when many believed that producing English wine just couldn’t be done.  Today, the English wine industry is thriving and we feel immense pride for the role we have played in it.

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Explore the vineyard and taste award-winning English sparkling wine made in Sussex. Your host will take you into the vines to discover the story of Tinwood Estate and learn the journey from grape to glass. Then relax in the tasting room to three glasses of Tinwood sparkling wine with a laid-back tutored wine tasting. The popular vineyard tour and wine tasting is the perfect experience to be enjoyed with friends & family, running daily, all year round.

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A Sparkling Afternoon Tea

Experience one of England’s finest traditions with three glasses of English sparkling wine. Welcomed with tea and coffee, visit the vineyard and learn how the grapes are made into award-winning Sussex sparkling wine. Enjoy delicately sliced sandwiches, freshly made scones and a variety of sweet delights. Relax with a tutored wine tasting whilst sipping three glasses of Tinwood bubbles in the tasting room. The perfect afternoon to spend with loved ones.

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Doing Things Right

Looking after the environment has always been a key part of Tinwood Estate’s role, and in 2010 we entered the Entry Level Stewardship scheme. As custodians of the land, every decision we make is because we are conscious of the effects it has on the environment.

We have planted wildflower meadows, new hedgerows and wildflowers amongst the vines to promote biodiversity on the farm. Our ethos is about working with nature rather than working against it. I hope you enjoy drinking our wine as much as we enjoy making it…

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Stay in your own private luxury vineyard lodge, stunningly appointed to enjoy the setting sun on a south-facing patio with far-reaching views of the vines.

Enjoy the long mountain bike trails and walks around the South Downs National Park, warm up in the barrel sauna or simply relax in the two-person bath with a glass of Tinwood. Wake up to a breathtaking view of the vines and enjoy a continental breakfast hamper brought to your door.

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Sparkling Wines

Our award-winning English sparkling wines are made from the three classic champagne grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

01. — Blanc de Blancs 2019

02. — Brut 2019

03. — Rosé 2019

04. — Blanc de Noir 2018 Limited Edition

05. — Blanc de Blancs 2014 MAGNUM

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The Tasting Room

Come for a wine tasting in our brand new, ultra-modern building. It has been designed to be a fun and relaxed place in which to sample the sparkling wines produced from our vineyards. The Tasting Room has a large patio area which is the perfect place to enjoy a cold glass of bubbles whilst enjoying tranquil views of the vineyard.

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If you are looking for the perfect spot to enjoy locally sourced food in a picturesque location, then our Eighteen Acre Café is just the place. Open for indoor and outdoor dining.

Our Vineyard Shop is open daily from 9am to 5pm so you can pop in and pick up all your essentials plus a treat or two from our new occasions range. We also offer free click and collect on all online orders. Visit us at Foxhole Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, RH17 5NB.

Or why not join us for a full vineyard experience on one of our tours & tastings.  Visit our tours page to see all our tours.

Temporary Estate Entrance April 2024

We’re looking forward to a busy spring and summer at our Estate and, in preparation, we will be carrying out some essential maintenance work on our driveway beginning on Tuesday 2 nd April that will be ongoing throughout the month.

We will remain open as usual throughout April but have a temporary entrance in place that we kindly ask all customers to use until the work is complete.

Following the directional signs to the Estate, you will need to enter through the gate that leads towards the house; following the signs along the driveway that direct you to the right. You will then enter past the warehouse area into the car park which is open as usual. Please use the same route to exit the Estate but we ask that you drive carefully.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as the maintenance work is underway, we look forward to welcoming you at our Estate soon.

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Denbies Wine Estate, Surrey

Nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Denbies Wine Estate is one of England’s largest single estate vineyards. Visitors can enjoy indoor wine tasting tours, outdoor vineyard train tours and eat at a number of restaurants, including Gallery Restaurant, Vineyard Restaurant & Wine Library, Conservatory Restaurant, and the Hatch On The Lawn Takeaway. The estate is also home to the Denbies Vineyard Hotel, which has 17 en suite rooms. The hotel has been “designed with the vineyard at its heart”, said The Telegraph . One of Britain’s first vineyard hotels, the “setting of this boutique property doesn’t disappoint”. denbies.co.uk

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Greyfriars Vineyard, Surrey

Located in the Surrey Hills, Greyfriars Vineyard has been making wine since 1989. Its " stunning south-facing chalk slopes" said Surrey Live . Greyfriars's tour with wine tasting takes visitors on a guided walk through the beautiful vineyards finishing with a "tutored tasting" of several of its "prize-winning sparkling and still wines". Alernatively, you can opt for a free self-guided tour. greyfriarsvineyard.co.uk

Hambledon Vineyard, Hampshire

Hambledon Vineyard boasts the title of England's oldest commercial vineyard and despite "flying the flag for English fizz" since 1952 "it's still full of new ideas", said Time Out . The small family-run operation's "charm" is showcased in its wine tours and the pop-up restaurant is a "lovely touch". Tours include a "walk around the vineyards and underground cellars", said Good Housekeeping , before sampling "English sparklers", or add on an afternoon tea. hambledonvineyard.co.uk

Oastbrook Estate Vineyard, East Sussex

Set in a rolling valley, Oastbrook Estate's winery is itself an "outstanding architectural feature", said WineTourism.com . Surrounded by vineyards and offering luxury accommodation "this truly is a unique place to visit to try amazing wines". Oastbrook produces a range of award-winning sparkling and still wines that "reflect the exceptional micro-climate of the Rother Valley". As well as luxury glamping and the Scandinavian-style Avalon Waterside Lodge, the estate also has its own "Hobbit house", Vineyard Hollow, within the vineyard, with two bedrooms, a living area, wood-burner and even a hot tub. oastbrook.com

Tinwood Estate, West Sussex

There's plenty of attractions for wine aficionados at the Tinwood Estate. On the edge of the South Downs near Chichester, visitors can book vineyard tours, tastings and afternoon teas. There's a "small-plates restaurant" open during the day, said The Times . One of the big highlights here are the three luxury vineyard lodges "each decorated in beautiful materials, with a terrace for better views of those ripening grapes" as well as a barrel sauna and a hot tub". The estate first started planting in 2007 and "boasts 110 acres of land under vine, where it largely produces Blanc de Blancs, Brut and English Sparkling Rose", said Square Meal .  tinwoodestate.com

Oxney Organic Estate, East Sussex

Near Rye in East Sussex, the Oxney Organic Estate makes “delectable chardonnays and fizz”, said The Times . As the name suggests, this 35-acre vineyard is said to be the "largest single-estate" maker of organic English wines, with wine tours every Saturday from April to November. And on a sunny day, you'll be able to take in the beautiful country views on an idyllic picnic lunch after your tour. Best of all, "you can sleep it off" in the estate's converted barn, shepherd's hut or farmhouse cottage. oxneyestate.com

Ashling Park Estate, West Sussex

Ashling Park is a vineyard and winery – and "what wine it is", said Neil Davey on TheWeek.com . But it also offers a gin school, an excellent restaurant and some delightful luxury lodges. The visitor centre and shop is very good and the tour is informative. In 2023 Ashling Park won gold for its eponymous rosé at the Wine GB Awards. It's also a Decanter Gold Medal winner. ashlingpark.co.uk

Ridgeview Wine Estate, East Sussex

Looking out of the tasting room window at Ridgeview Wine Estate, the inspiration for the name is clear. Beyond the vines stretching out across the valley, the landscape rises towards the chalk escarpment of the South Downs, which divides the vineyard from Brighton and the sea. As "one of England's most prestigious producers", said the Daily Mail , Ridgeview offers guided tours, relaxed wine tastings, or all-day dining at The Rows & Vine restaurant. ridgeview.co.uk

Tillingham Winery, East Sussex

Less than a 15-minute drive from the historic town of Rye you'll find Tillingham Winery, "one of the most exciting wine-makers in Britain," said The Times , which is "known for natural, non-intervention wines plus fermentation in earthenware qvevri jars". Book onto one of the vineyard tours in advance and enjoy the "country life" that's incorporated into the surroundings, said Kaye O'Doherty on TheWeek.com . As well as tours and tastings, Tillingham also offers 11 double rooms in a former hop barn and a restaurant with vistas over the Sussex countryside. Chef Brendan Eades, who scooped a Michelin Green Star in 2022, cooks up an exceptional, pescatarian feast with fish caught daily from Rye Harbour. tillingham.com

Rathfinny Wine Estate, East Sussex

Here "each bottling is supposed to reflect the unpredictable nature of the British summer season", said Elite Traveler . "Three miles from where the rolling hills of the South Downs give way to the coast" the 600-acre estate is home to The Flint Barns, which has 10 en-suite bedrooms, and the Tasting Room and Flint Barns Dining Room restaurants. Rathfinny's Cellar Door shop is open daily for drop-in wine tastings and shopping, while the estate also offers seasonal vineyard tours and tastings all year round. rathfinnyestate.com

Chapel Down, Kent

On the chalky North Downs, Chapel Down is perhaps "the most well-known wine producer in the UK", said Time Out . The guided tour is "a lot of fun" and it helps that "the wine is great, too", with Flint Dry a bestseller. Chapel Down has won numerous awards throughout the years and its Classic NV Brut is one of the "most accessible" English sparkling wines – "both from a price point and national availability", said Great British Wine . As well as tours Chapel Down also hosts experiences and visitors can book a table at its restaurant, The Swan Wine Kitchen. chapeldown.com

Biddenden Vineyards, Kent

The county's "oldest family-run vineyard", Biddenden produces "top-notch white, rosé, red and sparkling wines", said Country Living , from 11 grape varieties. All vine work is still carried out by hand. Vineyard tours, self-guided tours, meet-the-winemaker tours and picnics are available to book. Stay a little longer in a romantic cottage with a wood-fired hot tub. biddendenvineyards.com

Langham Wine Estate, Dorset

At this environmentally conscious vineyard in the heart of the West Country, they take a "low-intervention approach to wine making, from grape growing to wine production", said Square Meal . English sparkling is the "brand's main forte" which you can sample on a guided tour and tasting. And if an afternoon of wine tasting really takes it out of you, a sumptuous collection of lunches and afternoon teas are available in the vineyard café. With wines made solely from the classical champagne grape varieties of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier, this is high-quality fare – be sure not to miss the Rosé NV, which is packed full of gorgeous berry flavours. langhamwine.co.uk

Darts Farm's Pebblebed Vineyard, Devon

Visitors can book tours and tastings at Darts Farm's 18-acre Pebblebed Vineyard and traditional winery, in the village of Clyst St George in east Devon. The vineyards and winery are located on their farm and "the team are proud" said Luxury Lifestyle magazine, "to be one of very few single-estate producers" in the country, with the vineyard and winery in one place and wines made from their own grapes. dartsfarm.co.uk

Castlewood Vineyard, Devon

If you're seeking "fizz and festivals" look no further than Castlewood Vineyard in Devon, said Condé Nast Traveller . Its story began in 2006 on a south-facing Devon hillside overlooking the River Axe with owner Rob Corbett planting his vines by hand. Now the vineyard offers private tours and a June festival, held to celebrate the release of the latest vintage. If you stay in one of the Grade-II listed cottages you'll be "surrounded by pretty gardens and countryside". Equally, if you're there for just a day the steep slopes of the vineyard offer "amazing views of the Axe Valley". castlewoodvineyard.co.uk

Camel Valley, Cornwall

Made up of 82 acres of rolling hills bathed in southerly sunshine, Camel Valley is Cornwall's largest vineyard, and was "the first English wine producer to be granted a royal warrant", said Muddy Stilettos . Visitors can join a number of tours and tastings, or sit on a stone-clad terrace, sipping Pinot Noir Rosé Brut as they watch the sun set over vineyards that slope down to the River Camel as it snakes from Bodmin Moor to Padstow. And it's "handy for non-driving access", being on the Camel Trail cycle route. camelvalley.com

Three Choirs Vineyards, Gloucestershire

One of England's oldest vineyards, in 2023 Three Choirs celebrated 50 years since the first vines were planted on the estate in Newent, Gloucestershire. It now boasts 75 acres of vines and currently produces around 250,000 bottles of wine a year. Facilities and experiences include The Brasserie restaurant, Cellar Door shop, plus wine tastings and vineyard tours. A "pretty vineyard" with "fabulous views", there's even accommodation on site, said The Hotel Guru . The lodges and rooms are "smart and spacious" with "hints of luxury". three-choirs-vineyards.co.uk

Woodchester Valley Vineyard, Gloucestershire

This south Cotswolds vineyard is "putting Gloucestershire on the map as a world-class wine destination", said Muddy Stilettos . Set in the Stroud valleys, "family-run boutique winery" Woodchester Valley has been producing world-class white, rosé and sparkling wines since 2016 and visitors can book tours, tastings or enjoy a "sip-and-stay experience with a difference". In 2023 its vintage Pinot Gris "beat Italian rivals", said The Times , to win gold at the Global Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio Masters. woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk

Gwinllan Conwy Vineyard, Conwy

There are vineyards "blossoming" all across Wales, said Natasha Lovell-Smith on Great British Food Awards . And one of the most popular is Gwinllan Conwy, which has received multiple national and international awards. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Snowdonia Mountain Range, the "success" of this vineyard is "underpinned by the microclimate" of north Wales, which "pairs resemblance" to the climate of New Zealand. Thanks to its proximity to the sea, this means the vineyard "experiences mild winters allowing the vines to develop earlier". This beautiful vineyard offers tours and wine tasting experiences throughout the year and at the online shop you can buy Welsh artisan produce or Welsh hampers, as well as wine. gwinllanconwy.co.uk

Llanerch Vineyard, Glamorgan

Tucked into the Welsh countryside, yet only 20 minutes from Cardiff, Llanerch Vineyard offers "a drop of romance", said Kerry Walker in The Daily Telegraph . While the vineyard itself is centred on a "whitewashed farmhouse" from 1851 and pulls off the "delicate act of combining original features", the hotel rooms are "bright and contemporary". Beyond the hotel and wine, is the "perkily turreted Neo-Gothic" Hensol Castle which is only a 15-minute walk away. But where Llanerch really "shines" is its restaurant which overlooks the vineyard and offers "great" food and "bang-on" service. You may "come for a wine tour" but you'll "stay for the imaginative locally sourced food". llanerch.co.uk

Ryedale Vineyards, North Yorkshire

The most northerly vineyard in Britain, Ryedale offers more than wine – it also makes cider from the estate's orchards. Voted one of the best vineyards to visit and tour in England, it offers an "informal, humorous and informative guided tour". For those wanting to stay, Ryedale has two "cosy en suite rooms in the farmhouse", said The Guardian , and the "slap-up breakfast" is the "perfect way to start a day" exploring the surrounding North Yorkshire wolds. ryedalevineyards.co.uk

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