A Guide to Visiting the best Vineyards near Steyning
Best times to visit Return to contents
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 Return to contents
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.
Vineyards to visit from Steyning
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Wineries in Steyning Return to contents
All 4 vineyards near Steyning produce their wines on site.
Nutbourne Vineyards
Nutbourne Vineyards is a family-run boutique producer crafting a range of award-winning still and sparkling Sussex wines. Public tours take in the winery and production area.
Kinsbrook Vineyard
Kinsbrook farms several vineyard sites across West Sussex, growing varieties including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Bacchus, Pinot Gris, and Précoce Pinot Noir . Public tours take in the winery and production area.
Wiston Estate
Home to breathtaking views, wine with royal connections, and surely one of the UK's best vineyard restaurant. Public tours and tastings are available.
Nyetimber
Nyetimber produces traditional-method English sparkling wine using estate-grown Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier . Public tours take in the winery and production area.
What else is there to do in Steyning? Return to contents
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 Return to contents
- 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 Return to contents
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.
