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Artelium Wine Estate
Putting the culture in viticulture, Artelium features regular exhibitions in its tasting room and a sculpture trail through its vines.
Streat Lane, Hassocks, BN6 8SA.
Get directions
Nearest station: Plumpton (2.4 miles).
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Public tours
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Tasting room
Restaurant or café
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Online shop
Winery on site
Walking trail
Disabled access
Award-winning
Hosts weddings
Organic or sustainable
Open year-roundWhile we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.
Vinebound Verdict
Highly recommended - Some of the most gorgeous views I've found at an English vineyard - and you can enjoy them while having a delicious lunch. While lots of English vineyards find themselves trying to lean into an unrelated history, Artelium focuses on connecting with the here-and-now, through celebrating local artists and exceptional produce. The result is an experience that leaves you delighted in the present, and excited about what the future holds.
What's the vibe
Stunning views and a cool vibe (driven by the owner’s art obsession) make this a gorgeous spot for a lunch celebrating local produce.Visiting information
Opening Hours: Artelium is open year-round, with specific hours for the shop and food service.- Shop: Tuesday-Wednesday 12 pm - 4 pm; Thursday 12 pm - 5 pm; Friday 12 pm - 10 pm; Saturday 12 pm - 8 pm; Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm.
- Food Service: Thursday-Sunday for Lunch in Summer; winter hours sees the kitchen open in the evening from Thursday-Saturday for dinner. Double check on their kitchen webpage.
Food & Drink: The "Artelium Kitchen" offers small plates, sharing platters, and seasonal cuisine, featuring local Sussex produce, designed to pair with their wines.
Special Events: The estate hosts various events, including "Fire & Wine" nights, art exhibitions, and special foodie events. They also offer "Wine Walks" for those wishing to explore the surrounding Sussex Winelands on foot.
Accommodation: Artelium is planning on-site accommodation. Watch this space…
Dogs & Children: Well-behaved dogs on a lead are welcome at the estate and on tours. Children are also welcome - but obviously cannot join in with wine tastings!
Accessibility: The tasting room and terrace are suitable for guests using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. However, vineyard tours involve walking on uneven and potentially muddy ground, which may not be suitable for mobility aids.
The Wine
Artelium produces a range of award-winning still and sparkling English wines, crafted from classic grape varieties like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Pinot Gris. Their portfolio includes celebrated offerings such as Blanc de Blancs, Curators Cuvée, and Rosé.The wines have received significant acclaim. At the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024, Artelium earned two gold medals for its sparkling Blanc de Blancs 2018 and Curators Cuvée 2018. Previously, at the Wine GB Awards 2022, Artelium was named Supreme Champion and Best Newcomer, also winning Best Blanc de Blancs and Best Sparkling for their Blanc de Blancs 2015. Their 2017 Nature Series Cuvée also secured a Gold at the Independent English Wine Awards.
Artelium is committed to sustainable practices, having signed up to the WINEGB Sustainable Wine Certification in 2020. They champion low-impact viticulture, focusing on soil health, biodiversity, and reducing chemical inputs. This includes planting wildflowers between vine rows to attract pollinators, and utilizing sheep for natural grazing to manage grass. They also cultivate disease-resistant PIWI (fungus resistant) varieties as part of their environmental commitment.
The estate has its own winery at the Madehurst Vineyard site (this is not at its visitor site), which produced its first vintage in 2022.
Getting here
Address: Artelium Wine Estate, Streat Lane, Streat, Sussex BN6 8SA.By Car: Due to narrow roads, it is recommended to enter Streat Lane via St Helena Lane from the North of Streat.
By Public Transport:
- Plumpton Station: The closest train station, approximately a 30-minute walk across fields with scenic views of the South Downs. Specific walking directions are provided by Artelium, as Google Maps may direct you through private property.
- Burgess Hill Station: Less than a 10-minute taxi ride from the estate. Direct trains to Burgess Hill also run from London Victoria.
What's nearby
- Notable Restaurants: (Vinebound assumes you can’t get a reservatio at Artelium if you’re looking to eat elsewhere…)
- The Jolly Sportsman (East Chiltington): A pub with four boutique rooms, known for its proximity to vineyards and South Downs trails.
- Ockenden Manor Hotel & Spa (Cuckfield): Features an award-winning restaurant within an Elizabethan manor house.
- Notable Hotels:
- South Lodge Hotel & Spa (Lower Beeding): A five-star country house hotel with panoramic South Downs views, an award-winning spa, and fine dining.
- Ockenden Manor Hotel & Spa (Cuckfield): An Elizabethan manor house with individually designed rooms, a luxurious spa, and set in eight acres of gardens.
- Notable Attractions:
- Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (Ditchling): Showcases works by artists and craftspeople who lived and worked in the village.
- South Downs Way: Offers extensive walking and cycling trails through the stunning countryside, with sections easily accessible from the vineyard.
