Aldwick Estate
Explore Aldwick Estate, where five generations of family farming heritage meet modern winemaking, crafting acclaimed English wines that include multiple Gold Medal winners.
https://www.aldwickestate.co.uk
Aldwick Estate, Redhill, Bristol, BS40 5AL.
Directions
Nearest station: Nailsea & Backwell (8.3 miles).
Public tours
Private tours
Tasting room
Accommodation on site
Online shop
Winery on site
Walking trail
Disabled access
Award-winning
Hosts weddings
Open year-roundWhile we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.
What's the vibe?
Aldwick Estate offers a tranquil and picturesque rural setting, providing a secluded escape in the North Somerset countryside. It is known for its warm welcome and has received five-star ratings on review sites.
Visiting information
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Cellar Door Sales: Wine sales are available from the cellar door Monday to Thursday, 10:00 to 17:00. On Fridays, weekends, and bank holidays, sales are by appointment only.
Vineyard Tours: Public vineyard tours are held on Sundays and Mondays between April and October, and require pre-booking. Private tours can also be arranged. Tours last approximately 90 minutes and include a welcome glass of sparkling wine, a walking tour of the vineyards, and a tasting session of still vintages. Children under 18 and pets (other than approved assistance dogs) are not permitted on tours.
Events: Aldwick Estate is a renowned wedding and event venue, hosting a variety of functions including conferences and private parties. Regular special events include Wedding Venue Open Days, and it also participates in broader regional events like the Yeo Valley Organic Garden Festival, Wells Food Festival, and Mendip Christmas Fair.
Accommodation: The Estate offers several well-appointed bedrooms and spacious self-catering apartments for guests wishing to extend their stay. A luxury lodge overlooking the vineyard is also available. Pets are not allowed in the accommodation.
Food & Drink: While there isn't a full-service restaurant, the Estate does offer picnic hampers for visitors to enjoy on the grounds. Catering options, including cheese and charcuterie boards, are available for events.
Vineyard Tours: Public vineyard tours are held on Sundays and Mondays between April and October, and require pre-booking. Private tours can also be arranged. Tours last approximately 90 minutes and include a welcome glass of sparkling wine, a walking tour of the vineyards, and a tasting session of still vintages. Children under 18 and pets (other than approved assistance dogs) are not permitted on tours.
Events: Aldwick Estate is a renowned wedding and event venue, hosting a variety of functions including conferences and private parties. Regular special events include Wedding Venue Open Days, and it also participates in broader regional events like the Yeo Valley Organic Garden Festival, Wells Food Festival, and Mendip Christmas Fair.
Accommodation: The Estate offers several well-appointed bedrooms and spacious self-catering apartments for guests wishing to extend their stay. A luxury lodge overlooking the vineyard is also available. Pets are not allowed in the accommodation.
Food & Drink: While there isn't a full-service restaurant, the Estate does offer picnic hampers for visitors to enjoy on the grounds. Catering options, including cheese and charcuterie boards, are available for events.
The Wine
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Aldwick Estate has been producing award-winning English wines since 2013, with a focus on both still and sparkling varieties. They cultivate six cool-climate grape varieties across their 11 acres of vines. Their wines have garnered medals at regional, national, and international competitions. Notably, their Woodlands Oak Bacchus won a Gold Award at the WineGB awards, and their Seyval Jubilate 2020 received Gold at the Independent English Wine Awards (IEWA23).
The vineyard practices a well-rounded approach to sustainability, with a strong emphasis on soil health. This includes agroecological practices such as rotational grazing and a unique under-vine composting regime, utilising mixed wastes from neighbouring farms and their own estate. While not fully organic, they use minimal and carefully timed applications of synthetic fungicides to support their high-quality viticultural techniques.
Aldwick Estate features its own winery on site, allowing for the production of their wines directly from grapes grown in their vineyards.
The vineyard practices a well-rounded approach to sustainability, with a strong emphasis on soil health. This includes agroecological practices such as rotational grazing and a unique under-vine composting regime, utilising mixed wastes from neighbouring farms and their own estate. While not fully organic, they use minimal and carefully timed applications of synthetic fungicides to support their high-quality viticultural techniques.
Aldwick Estate features its own winery on site, allowing for the production of their wines directly from grapes grown in their vineyards.
Getting here
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By Car: Aldwick Estate is located at Redhill, Bristol BS40 5AL. It is situated approximately 12 miles south-west of Bristol, just off the A38. Detailed directions are available from the M5 (Junctions 18 and 22) and the A38.
By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Bristol Temple Meads. From there, a taxi to Aldwick Estate takes around 20 minutes and costs approximately £30-£40. Alternatively, a direct bus service (U2 or FAL) from Bristol (e.g., Jacob's Wells Road) to the Cowslip Green bus stop takes about 27-46 minutes. From Cowslip Green, the Estate is a 23-minute walk (approx. 1720 meters).
By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Bristol Temple Meads. From there, a taxi to Aldwick Estate takes around 20 minutes and costs approximately £30-£40. Alternatively, a direct bus service (U2 or FAL) from Bristol (e.g., Jacob's Wells Road) to the Cowslip Green bus stop takes about 27-46 minutes. From Cowslip Green, the Estate is a 23-minute walk (approx. 1720 meters).
What's nearby
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- Restaurants:
- The Langford Inn & Restaurant – A well-regarded inn offering dining, about a 15-minute drive away.
- Lye Cross Farm Shop & Cafe – A local farm shop that sells Aldwick Estate wines and includes a café, located nearby.
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