Best Vineyards for Self Guided Tours in Devon

Sandridge Barton, 'Home of Sharpham Wine', offers self-guided vineyard experiences and tastings. Explore their walking trail, approximately 1.5km long, to the new 'Stonyfield' vineyard, complete with information boards and brass rubbing posts for children. This walk, taking 30-45 minutes, may include steep and muddy sections, so suitable footwear is recommended.

Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome across the estate, including on the walking trails. Children are also welcome

Calancombe Estate offers self-guided tours using a smartphone app or an annotated map for £25, culminating in a tasting of their Devon wines, cassis, and cyders in the winery.

After exploring, guests can dine at the Calancombe Estate Restaurant, which serves breakfast, small plates for lunch, and cream teas, alongside their wines, cyders, and gin.

Pack a picnic and grab a bottle of wine from The Devon Wine Shack, the on-site shop that sells Ten Acres Vineyard's own sparkling and still wines, as well as local ales, ciders, and produce. Self-guided tours are available. Children and dogs on leads are welcome to join the tours, and dogs are also permitted on the campsite, provided they are kept on a lead due to the presence of sheep, pigs, and hens. After exploring, you can visit The Devon Wine Shack, which serves as the vineyard's hub and is open throughout the week, or take a short stroll to the nearby village of Winkleigh, which offers various pubs, cafes, and shops.

Pack a picnic and grab a bottle of wine from the cellar door. Kids are very welcome, and dogs are also encouraged, permitted both inside and out, on leads, and even on tours. There's even a special dog menu available. After exploring the vineyard, visitors can relax at The Motley Cru Bar & Grill, offering breakfast, lunch, and "tipsy teas." An Artisan Coffee Bar is also available, perfect for those who want to simply pop in for coffee and cake. The estate also hosts specific events like pizza and cocktail evenings.