Astley Vineyard

When	Days	Hours
Year-round	Fri, Sat	10:30–16:00

Reduced to Fri & Sat only from Aug 2026 (previously included Sunday)

Opening hours can change for private events - it's always worth checking the vineyard's website before you visit.

What's the vibe?

Astley Vineyard is one of the country's oldest commercial vineyards, and offers an unusual selection of wines that makes this a tempting prospect for anyoe wanting to visit somewhere with history and intrique while in the beautiful scenery of the Worcestershire countryside. .

Tours & Tastings: Guided vineyard tours are available by pre-booking only and include a seated tasting of three wines paired with samples of local produce. They are intimate and often book up quickly. Self-guided Walk & Wine tours are also available for a small fee. Find out more and book a tour.

Private & Corporate Hire: The tasting room seats up to 20 people and is available for private vineyard tours, wine tastings, educational evenings, and corporate entertaining. Pricing starts from £500 for groups of up to 12, with an additional per-person charge above that. Suitable for hen parties, wine societies, family celebrations, and corporate events. An external catering pod is also available on site.

Gift Shop: The cellar door shop stocks the full range of Astley wines.

On-site Amenities: There are no restaurant or café facilities, but guests can enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace or in the Wine Garden after a tour. Hot drinks and simple cold buffets such as cheese boards and mezze plates can be provided for private events.

Accommodation: Two self-catering shepherd huts are available among the vines, with each stay including a welcome bottle of wine and two places on a vineyard tour. Adults only. View accommodation.

Children & Dogs: Children and dogs on leads are welcome at the vineyard and on self-guided tours, but are not permitted in the overnight accommodation.

Accessibility: Access to the vineyard is via an uneven, sloped path through a wooded valley, so sturdy shoes are advised. A 4x4 transfer can be arranged on request for those with walking difficulties.

Astley Vineyard primarily produces still white wines from a unique selection of grape varieties, including Madeleine Angevine, Siegerrebe, and Bacchus. Their pride is Kerner, an uncommon vinifera cross of Riesling and Trollinger, making Astley the only UK vineyard to commercially grow this variety. They also produce a sparkling Kerner and occasionally a Late Harvest wine, along with small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.

The vineyard boasts its own modern winery, built in 2018, ensuring complete control over the winemaking process and allowing for experimentation. This allows for a "grape to glass" journey of only 200 metres.

Astley Vineyard has garnered numerous accolades for its wines. In 2018, their Vintage Sparkling Kerner 2014 was awarded a Gold Medal at the Independent English Wine Awards (IEWA), alongside silver and bronze medals for their Bacchus 2016 and Old Vine Kerner 2015. More recently, they secured a Silver Medal for their Madeleine 2022 at the Wine GB West Awards in 2023. Their wines have also been recommended by notable figures like Rick Stein and featured in publications such as The Telegraph and Decanter Magazine.

The vineyard is deeply committed to environmental stewardship. They manage the estate using organic principles as far as possible, minimising the use of harmful chemicals and promoting natural methods to enhance soil and plant health. This includes dedicating one-third of their vineyard to wildflowers, enhancing biodiversity, and implementing initiatives like leaving deadwood for habitat and maintaining hedgerows. They have also invested in sustainability through solar panel installation and battery storage, reducing their energy costs significantly, and received the "Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Business of the Year" award in 2024 from Visit Worcestershire.

By Car: Astley Vineyard is located 10 miles north of Worcester, easily found with brown tourism signs on the B4196 between Astley and Shrawley. Private parking is available on site.

By Public Transport: The nearest railway stations are Droitwich Spa and Worcester, from which visitors typically take a taxi. A taxi from Droitwich Spa takes around 15–20 minutes; from Worcester Foregate Street, allow approximately 20–25 minutes. Taxis should be pre-booked. If arriving for a tour, aim to arrive no earlier than 2:45pm; pick-up is typically around 5:30pm. Although infrequent, a bus service runs through Astley - check local schedules for current timetables.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

• Restaurants:
  • The New Inn (Shrawley): A country pub offering local charm and dining.
  • Broomfields of Holt: A rural farm shop and cafe perfect for a casual meal or local produce.
• Hotels:
  • Cottage In The Wood (Malvern): A notable hotel offering comfortable stays with scenic views.
  • Nest at Winnall: Luxury rural cottages for a tranquil retreat.
• Attractions:
  • Malvern Hills: A designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering stunning landscapes and walking trails.
  • Severn Valley Railway: A heritage railway offering steam train journeys through picturesque countryside.