Private Tour & Tasting
Discover English wines in one of the most beautiful vineyards of West SussexAbout this experience
Whether you're a wine society, hen party or simply a group of friends who love wine and want to discover an English vineyard, we'll raise a glass with you.
On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from Easter to September we can offer groups private guided tours of the vineyard and winery, followed by a tasting of our award winning still and sparkling in the wine lodge, with an option to add platters and picnics made from local seasonal produce for lunch.
We begin with tea, coffee and homemade cakes as you take in our stunning views of the South Downs. You will then go on a beautiful, informative walk through the vines, wild flowers and down to the lakeside to meet the alpacas, with a tasting and stops along the way to learn about the growing year, our four different trellising systems and terroir (with lots of opportunities for photos too!).
Heading to the winery for a refreshing glass, we then look at each step of the wine making process, from pressing to fermentation, bottling to disgorge, including the tank room and barrel room. Then we return to the wine lodge for a tutored tasting and discussion on both sparkling and still wines.
The tour and tasting will start from 1:30pm and last approximately 3 hours. You are welcome to stay afterwards to enjoy our beautiful vineyard.
April 4th, 7th, 9th, 11th, 14th, 16th, 18th, 21st, 23rd, 25th, 28th, 30th
May 2nd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 14th, 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, 30th
June 2nd, 4th, 6th, 9th, 11th, 13th, 16th, 18th, 20th, 23rd, 25th, 27th, 30th
July 2nd, 4th, 7th, 9th, 11th, 14th, 16th, 18th, 21st, 23rd, 25th
August 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 11th, 13th, 15th, 18th, 20th, 22nd, 25th, 27th, 29th
September 1st, 2nd, 5th
Tour & Tasting £402 - minimum booking, for up to 12 guests
Additional Guests £33.50 - groups can be up to 24
Platter £18.50 - for two to share, book here
Picnic £42 - for two to share, book here
We recommend that you prebook taxis to and from train stations or your accommodation. Bring suitable footwear and warm clothes or waterproofs if the weather is not good. Dogs cannot join you on the tour in the wine lodge or winery but are generally welcome, on a lead please as we have livestock. Tours are for adults over 18 only - babes in arms can join you but please advise us in advance.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Once booked and paid for, we are unable to accept postponement or cancellations for this visitor experience, whatever the reason. We naturally hope for fine weather but in the event of rain, the event will still go ahead within the winery buildings and your tour place / catering will be reserved for you.