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Sussex and Kent are the major players in English wine, with small producers focusing on quality wines. Head to the countryside to tour the vineyards, tasting creamy sparklers and flinty whites born of the very land you’re standing on.

A relative newcomer on the scene is Tillingham Wines in Peasmarsh, a winery, restaurant and hotel run on organic and biodynamic principles, based in a former hop barn.

Near Appledore you'll find the Gusbourne Estate, growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier for their world-famous wines. With a variety of tours from free self-guided walks to masterclasses, and gift vouchers available, it's a perfect day out however wine-savvy you are.

In Winchelsea there's Charles Palmer, a family-run vineyard producing a small and exciting collection of vintage wines. Accommodation is available on-site at Wickham Manor.

In Beckley near Rye, you'll find the UK's oldest organic vineyard Oxney Organic Estate, with tours available every Saturday from April to October. Growing Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Seyval Blanc vines, they create award-winning still and sparkling wines.

Oastbrook Estate in Robertsbridge is known for its excellent sparkling rosé, and more recent additions of Pinot Gris, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay varietals.

Carr Taylor, just outside Hastings, is open daily for tours and tastings of its award winning wines. Or, you can let someone else do the planning (and driving) for you, with a privately hosted Vine & Country tour.

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Gusbourne Estate

Address

Gusbourne, Kenardington Road, Appledore, Ashford, Kent, TN26 2BE

Telephone
01233 884680

nest@gusbourne.com

Appledore, Ashford

Visit Gusbourne and find out what makes this corner of England so special for winemaking.

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Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard

Address

Hawkhurst Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5SA

Telephone
+44 (0)330 122 5290

info@sedlescombeorganic.com

Robertsbridge

England's oldest organic vineyard, established in 1979. A woodland nature trail forms part of the vineyard self-guided tour.

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Oxney Organic Estate

Address

Hobbs Lane, Beckley, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6TU

Telephone
+44 (0)1797 260 137

wine@oxneyestate.com

Beckley, Rye

Oxney Organic Estate is the UK’s largest organic vineyard, making award-winning still and sparkling wines. Accommodation is available in a number of converted barns, shepherd’s huts and a gorgeous cottage next to the vineyard.

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Tillingham Wines

Address

Dew Farm, Dew Lane, Peasmarsh, East Sussex, TN31 6XD

info@tillingham.com

Peasmarsh

Tillingham is a wine producer in East Sussex, perched on a hill with views over Rye, Romney Marsh and the English Channel. The 70-acre farm is home to vineyards, a winery and a restaurant, plus eleven ensuite rooms in what was formerly a hop barn.

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Oastbrook Estate Vineyard

Address

Junction Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5XA

Telephone
07496 727014

info@oastbrook.com

Robertsbridge

An idyllic English vineyard retreat deep in the heart of Sussex in the beautiful Rother Valley. We welcome you to visit us, taste our exceptional wines, enjoy a tour of the vines, or stay in our luxurious Halfling Hollow accommodation.

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Charles Palmer Vineyards

Address

Wickham Manor, Wickham Rock Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4AG

Telephone
07885 790597

vineyard@charlespalmer-vineyards.co.uk

Winchelsea

A family-run wine estate at Winchelsea in East Sussex.

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The Bottle of Hastings

Address

91 Queens Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1RL

shop@thebottleofhastings.com

Hastings

A new wine shop in Hastings with tastings and special events.

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Carr Taylor Vineyard

Address

Wheel Lane, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4SG

Telephone
+44 01424 752501

sales@carr-taylor.co.uk

Hastings

David & Linda Carr Taylor established the vineyard, in the picturesque Sussex countryside just north of Hastings, more than 30 years ago and quickly gained international recognition for their award winning English wines.

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Vine and Country Tours

Address

Various locations, TN34 3HL

Telephone
07846 747070

hello@vineandcountrytours.co.uk

With 30+ vineyards across Kent & Sussex their private tours will take you to some of the UK’s best vineyards, secreted boutiques, and hidden gems.

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