A Guide to Exploring Vineyards from Steyning
Best times to visit
Spring and summer: The Downs are lush and green, and Steyning’s festivals kick in. The Steyning Festival (late May/early June) brings art, music and talks.
Autumn: Vineyard harvest season; also good for crisp walks up to Chanctonbury Ring, the Iron Age hillfort with panoramic views.
Winter: Quieter, but the pubs and tea rooms feel particularly cosy. Vineyards like Wiston Estate and Kinsbrook run tastings year-round.
The vineyards near Steyning
You’ll find Wiston Estate, Kinsbrook, and Nutbourne all within a 10-15 minute drive. Nyetimber nearby too. Expect mostly sparkling wine, but Kinsbrook and Nutbourne also bottle stills, giving some variety.
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What else is there to do in Steyning?
Steyning Museum - small, local and charming.
South Downs Way passes right by. You can walk a stretch without committing to all 100 miles!
The town hosts regular farmers’ markets and has a cluster of independent shops and galleries.
Where to eat and drink in Steyning
- Budget: Steyning Tea Rooms - classic scones and sandwiches.
- Create a splash: The Sussex Produce Café - local, seasonal food with a relaxed bistro vibe.
- Push the boat out: Wiston Estate Restaurant - elegant dining on the vineyard itself, with (obviously) an impeccable wine list.
There’s no dedicated wine bar in Steyning, but local pubs often stock Sussex bottles. For supplies, The Sussex Produce Company doubles as a deli, stocking local wines.
Where to stay
Wiston Estate Cottages - cottages on the estate, from £150 per night.
Springwells House - B&B in a Georgian house with a pool, from £110.
The Castle Inn Hotel - affordable coaching inn in nearby Bramber, from £90.
