cellar door
The Vineyard Estate is now CLOSED for the Winter. Opening Times for 2026 are listed below
Come down to the vineyard and buy wine from us direct at our 'Cellar Door'. We accept cards, bank transfers or cash. We are a licensed premises, and can sell wine by the bottle or by the glass, for consumption on or off the premises, so enjoy a glass or two walking among the vines or sat down by our stream and take some home to enjoy later. Come for a Tour & Tasting. You can even add a Sussex Cheese platter, expertly paired wth our wines.
We are open 10-4 most weekends and some Bank Holidays from May to September. To avoid disappointment, please check our facebook, twitter and instagram (links at the bottom of the page) or phone/email us to confirm we are open before visiting the vineyard.
Children and dogs on lead welcome. High Chair available.
2026 Vineyard Opening Dates
April
Sunday 26 April [Forest Bathing]
May
Saturday 16 May
Sunday 17May
Saturday 23 May
Sunday 24 May
June
Saturday 6 June
Sunday 7 June
Saturday 13 June
Sunday 14 June
Saturday 20 June
Sunday 21 June
Saturday 27 June
Sunday 28 June
July
Saturday 4 July
Sunday 5 July
Saturday 11 July
Sunday 12 July
Saturday 18 July
Sunday 19 July
August
Saturday 1 August
Sunday 2 August
Saturday 8 August
Sunday 9 August
Saturday 15 August
Sunday 16 August
Saturday 22 August
Sunday 23 August
Saturday 29 August
Saturday 30 August
September
Saturday 5 September
Sunday 6 September
Saturday 12 September
Sunday 13 September
Sunday 19 September
Picnic in the Vineyard
During opening hours, you are welcome to bring your own picnic to enjoy on the vineyard or in our woods. We can supply wine by the glass or the bottle to enjoy with your lunch. We have limited seating, so if you would like to book one of our picnic tables, please email us
markets 2026
Tonbridge Food & Drink Festival
Saturday 30 May
Sunday 31 May
events 2026
We are planning a wide variety of events for 2026. Please check back here to see what is coming up.
Music
We hope to welcome back the Bloomsbury Band of Flutes and Clarinets to once again play in the vineyard.
Theatre
The Crooked Billets Theatre Company will be providing evenings of readings.
Pilates in the Vines
Exactly what it says on the tin.
Vertical Tastings
Now with 8 vinetages under our belt, come and explore a range of Wildwood Vineyard wines drawn from across the years.
forest bathing
in the Bluebells
Sunday 26 April
12:45-4:30
Join us as we head into our bluebell forest for an immersive afternoon at the vineyard, where we’ll celebrate the beauty of nature through Forest Bathing, led by award-winning wellness coach Tansy Dowman, including a mindful wine tasting.
This special event invites you to slow down, awaken your senses, and fully appreciate the tranquil private wild wood from where the vineyard gets its name while in full bluebell bloom, and then experience our beautifully crafted award-winning wines with all your senses re-energised.
🌿 Forest Bathing
Begin your journey with a gentle and restorative Forest Bathing experience where you are guided through the vineyard’s idyllic private woodland, with mighty oaks and a babbling brook. Moving slowly and attentively through the trees, you’ll be led through mindfulness-based practices designed to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and deepen your connection to the land.
🍇 Wine Tasting by the Fire
After immersing in the woodland’s tranquillity, we’ll return to the vineyard for a mindful tasting experience. With your senses energized, settle round the forest campfire to hear all about our vines and sustainable ethos, and sample a selection of our award winning wines paired with delicious snacks.
🌿🍷 A Celebration of Nature & Craftsmanship
From Forest Bathing to wine tasting, every element of this experience is designed to be mindful, grounding, and deeply nourishing. Whether you come alone or with friends, this is a chance to slow down, connect with nature, and savour the simple pleasures of the season.
Framework of the Afternoon
12:45pm - Arrive at the meeting point ready to be guided into the vineyard
1:00pm - Forest Bathing begins
3:45pm - Wine tasting and snacks around the campfire
4:30pm - Event finishes
Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience and celebrate nature in all its forms. 🌿✨🍷
About Tansy
Tansy is an award-winning and internationally accredited life coach, specialising in outdoor coaching and Nature connection. She is a fully accredited Natural Mindfulness and Forest Bathing Guide and holds a variety of walks, workshops and retreats all centred around the power of Nature connection. Tansy recently became a TEDx speaker, delivering a talk at Brighton TEDx in April 2024 and is a passionate advocate and speaker on the topic of Nature Connection. She has been nicknamed a People Walker and supports groups and individuals to find ways to connect with Nature that enhance wellbeing and personal growth. She has featured on ITV, BBC News Southeast and BBC Radio and is a former writer and presenter at Wellbeing Radio.
What Visitors Have Said...
"...The vineyard is so well designed and executed. The site is maintained to a high standard with ecology and sustainability at the heart of it. The buildings blend into the environment and woodland. It's a joy to visit and experience nature and wine growing working in harmony together..."
"...Had a great walk round looking at the vines. Very well organised. Wine was very good..."
"...Having the time to really enjoy the wine, being guided by Paul as to what notes I could smell and taste. Understanding the process of vinification from the absolute beginning. Enjoying the beautiful outdoors and the ancient woodland..."
"...It is always a great way to spend a sunny afternoon..."