If you want to keep on top of what’s new in the world of English and Welsh vineyards, you’re in the right place. Updated every week, this page will list upcoming events, new releases, promotions and any other must-know news.

Events

Pembrokeshire (Wales)

• Velfrey Vineyard (visit website): The 2025 harvest is expected to happen the week of 29th September, and Velfrey needs your help! If you're interested, let them know at info@velfrey.com and they'll share final details.

Oxfordshire

• Oaken Grove Vineyard (visit website): After successfully picking over four tonnes of Bacchus, Reichensteiner, and Seyval Blanc, the team is now preparing for their Pinot Noir harvest, scheduled for Wednesday, 24th September 2025. They are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join in this day of community and winemaking magic; training and equipment are provided. Spots are limited, so sign up quickly!
• Don't miss the final "Jazz in the Vines" events for the season! The Adrian Cox Trio will bring soulful sounds to the wine terrace on Sunday, 28th September 2025. Following this, mark your calendars for "Swing into Autumn" on Sunday, 26th October 2025, with more details to be announced soon. Both events will feature popular stone-baked pizzas and a fully stocked bar.
• Looking ahead to the festive season, Oaken Grove is hosting popular Wreath Making Workshops on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November 2025, guided by Marlow floral designer Joanne Caldwell. Christmas lunch and festive get-together packages are also in the works; contact the vineyard to start planning your celebration.

Norfolk

• Flint Vineyard (visit website): Get ready for a packed winter programme at Flint Vineyard! They'll be hosting pre-booked Sunday Roasts every Sunday from 2nd November until 12th December 2025.
• Their popular Supper Clubs continue on 26th September, 31st October, 14th November, and 5th December 2025.
• Experience a Twilight tour with dinner on 27th September 2025, and enjoy "Flint Sunday" on 28th September, 26th October, and 23rd November (which will also feature a Christmas Fayre) 2025.
• "Flint Friday unplugged" music nights move indoors, with intimate evenings scheduled for 24th October, 21st November, and 12th December 2025. An "Evening with Alexandra Whittingham" is also set for 28th November 2025.

Suffolk

• Shotley Vineyard (visit website): Extra help is needed for this year's harvest! They are picking on Tuesday 23rd, Wednesday 24th, and Friday 26th September 2025. If you can lend a hand, please fill out their availability form or email them.
• Burnt House Vineyard (visit website): This Saturday, 27th September 2025, join Burnt House Vineyard for an English Sparkling Wine Tasting from 6-9pm. Wine expert Ed Keith will guide you through five sparkling wines, followed by a grazing board of local delights. Tickets are £55 per person.
• Mark your calendars for a Pinot Noir Wine Tasting Evening & 2024 Vintage Launch on Saturday 22nd November 2025, from 6-9pm. You'll be among the first to taste their new 2024 Pinot Noir vintage, guided by industry expert Bradley Dorrington. Tickets are £45 per person and include a mixed grazing board.

Dorset

• Langham Wine Estate (visit website): Smiths Kitchen at Langham is rolling out its new Autumn menu from Wednesday, 1st October 2025, featuring comforting seasonal soups, local game, and shellfish.
• Join them for a Seafood Saturday on 27th September 2025, featuring sharing platters of local seafood, including lobster and dressed crab, accompanied by live blues music from Andy Grant. Tickets are £50 per person.
• Experience the harvest firsthand at their Harvest Supper on the new date of Friday, 3rd October 2025. Arrive for a glass of Culver Classic Cuvée and canapés, take a short guided tour of the buzzing vineyard, and then enjoy sparkling Pinot Noir, sharing platters, and live music from Jaz Delorean in the heated barn. £67.50 per person.
• Avoid the trick-or-treaters and opt for a luxurious "It’s Not a Halloween Supper!" on Friday, 31st October 2025. Enjoy a three-course meal with live music for £60pp.
• In December, look forward to Christmas Feasts on Fridays (£45pp with live music), the Langham Christmas Market on Saturday, 6th December, and "An Evening with Ben Waters" on Saturday, 13th December (£75pp).

Rutland

• Mallard Point (visit website): Your help is needed to bring in this year's vintage! Mallard Point is picking on Friday 26th and Sunday 28th September 2025, with other dates to follow. Volunteers receive secateurs, lunch, and a complimentary bottle of wine. Email them if you can assist.

Kent

• Yotes Court (visit website): The vineyard is abuzz with the start of the 2025 harvest! It’s an excellent time to visit and enjoy a glass on the Paddock Lawn or in the cosy Wine Barn.
• Guided Vineyard Tours are available Wednesday to Sunday, starting from £25pp, offering a walk through the vines and a guided or self-guided wine tasting.
• The final September Garden Tour of the year is on Friday, 26th September 2025, at 10:30 am for £40pp. This tour promises stunning late-season colours and the chance to see the harvest in action.
• There are only two tickets left for The Harvest Experience on Saturday, 4th October 2025, priced at £45pp.
• Wayfarer Wines (visit website): Volunteers are needed to help pick grapes for their 2025 harvest! Join them on Saturday, 4th October, or Saturday, 11th October 2025, at their Pilgrims Way vineyard. Free tickets are available, and volunteers will receive a complimentary lunch and a VIP invitation to taste the wines next spring.

East Sussex

• Rathfinny Wine Estate (visit website): The autumn equinox signals that the 2025 harvest is just around the corner, with grapes showing remarkable concentration of flavour, reminiscent of their acclaimed 2018 vintage.
• Don't miss the final places for their Harvest Takeover with Japanese tastemakers Kioku by Endo on Thursday, 16th October 2025, offering a seven-course lunch hosted by Rathfinny Founder Mark Driver.
• A single table remains for the Guest Chef Takeover featuring Jason Atherton’s City Social team on Saturday, 11th October 2025, for an evening of fine dining.
• Experience their Harvest Tour & Tasting on Fridays and Saturdays from 26th September to 8th November 2025, where you can step into the winemaker's shoes with a Dosage Tasting & Tour.
• Artelium (visit website): Autumn has brought both the harvest and exciting new dining experiences. From 1st October 2025, Artelium is launching new evening dining service on Fridays and Saturdays (6:30 PM - 10:00 PM) in their converted barn, offering seasonal dishes with optional paired wine flights.
  From 1st October 2025, Artelium will adjust to winter opening times: Friday 12 PM - 10 PM, Saturday 12 PM - 10 PM, and Sunday 12 PM - 6 PM.

Autumn Vineyard Tours will run on Saturdays and Sundays at 3:00 PM, starting 1st October 2025. These tours showcase the vineyard's vibrant autumn colours and conclude with a guided tasting by the fire.

Enjoy a hearty Sunday Roast every Sunday, featuring seasonal meats and classic accompaniments.

Artelium also hosts cultural talks, including "Talk with Will Nash" on 9th October 2025, discussing his artistic collaborations and sculptures, and "Talk: The Art of Collecting" on 6th November 2025, with insights on building art and wine collections.

Shropshire

• Hencote (visit website): Hencote has a full program of events leading into the New Year 2026. Join their Annual Harvest Party on Saturday, 25th October 2025. Starting at 6:00 PM with a welcome drink, followed by a hearty autumn buffet, wine and grape juice tastings guided by Head Winemaker Gavin, and live music from Abi Phillips. Tickets are £55 for adults, with discounts for teens and children.
• Indulge in one of Hencote’s Bottomless Brunches. Themes include "Word of Mouth" on Saturday, 4th October 2025, and "Taste of India" (11th October 2025) and "Taste of Italy" (18th October 2025). Each brunch is £45pp for 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks, three delicious dishes, and lively vibes.
• Plan your festive celebrations with Hencote’s Festive Party Nights on various dates in November and December 2025, a special Christmas Day feast on Thursday, 25th December 2025, and an ABBA-themed New Year’s Eve Party on Wednesday, 31st December 2025.

Surrey

• Albury Vineyard (visit website): Get ready for Christmas at Albury! They've added dates for Christmas Willow Weaving and Christmas Wreath Making workshops. Also returning by popular demand is "Perfect Pairings for Christmas," an event exploring festive hosting with Albury Vineyard and Silent Pool Gin. These experiences can also be arranged for private and corporate groups.

Promotions

Kent

• Chapel Down (visit website): Enjoy a special offer on selected cases of Chapel Down's still wines, now available for only £75 per case (originally £90). This includes their Bacchus 2023, English Rose 2024, Chardonnay 2023, and Flint Dry 2023. This offer ends on 30th September 2025 at 11:59pm, so act fast!
• Balfour Winery (visit website): Introducing the "Host at Home" offer! Get Balfour's Introduction to English Wine Case (six bottles) for just £120 with free delivery (a saving of £60) using code HOSTATHOME. The case includes Nannette’s Rosé 2024 (limited stock), Luke’s Pinot Noir 2023, Liberty’s Bacchus 2024, Skye’s Chardonnay 2023, Leslie’s Reserve Rosé, and Leslie’s Reserve Brut. Each case comes with a "Host at Home kit" including a tasting guide, mats, and terminology. This offer ends on 31st October 2025.

Sussex

• Roebuck Estates (visit website): Celebrate their 2025 harvest with 15% off all vintage sparkling wines. Use code VINTAGE25 at checkout. This offer is valid until midnight on 2nd November 2025.

News

Oxfordshire

• Oaken Grove Vineyard (visit website): A brand new Honeys of Henley Apitherapy House has debuted at the vineyard. This unique sanctuary allows visitors to experience the calming warmth and aromas of a beehive, offering benefits such as improved breathing, lower blood pressure, and better sleep. Sessions run from April to October.

Norfolk

• Flint Vineyard (visit website): The 2025 harvest has begun, keeping Ben and the team, along with their new 8-tonne press, very busy. Flint is staying open longer this winter and continuing to innovate with their "Labs Project," offering small batch, experimental wines exclusively for Wine Club members. Labs No. 3 and No. 4 will be sent out from October 2025. If you haven't visited in a while, pop in to see their new concrete tanks!

Dorset

• Langham Wine Estate (visit website): Smiths Kitchen will launch its new Autumn menu on Wednesday, 1st October 2025, focusing on comforting, hearty dishes with local Dorset produce.

Surrey

• Albury Vineyard (visit website): Albury has launched their new, limited-edition Barrel-Aged Negroni, perfect for Autumn. Only 240 hand-numbered bottles of this exclusive pre-mixed cocktail have been made, blended with Albury Rosso Vermouth, Silent Pool Gin, and Sipello—all crafted in Surrey! They also note that the Silent Pool Rosé 2024 vintage is nearly sold out, so stock up before it's gone.