Birchden Vineyards
Discover Birchden Vineyards, where the High Weald’s natural beauty meets a family-run passion for artisan English wines, offering everything from charmingly named vintages to unique tours and local delights.
https://www.birchdenvineyards.co.uk
Birchden Farm, Birchden Farm, Groombridge, East Sussex, TN3 9NR
Directions
Nearest station: Groombridge (0.7 miles).
Approx walking time: 14 minutes.
Public tours
Private tours
Tasting room
Accommodation on site
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Online shop
Walking trailPublic transport
Award-winning
Organic or sustainable
Open year-roundWhile we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.
What's the vibe?
Birchden Vineyards is a family-run working farm and vineyard set in the High Weald of East Sussex. The site combines wine production with an informal visitor offer centred around its tasting space and outdoor setting.
Visiting information
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General opening:
The Tasting Den and on-site food and drink offer operate on set days, with current opening times published on the vineyard’s website. Visitors can call in for drinks and light food without a booking during opening hours.
Booking:
Casual visits do not require booking. Vineyard tours must be booked in advance via the website.
Tours:
Guided vineyard tours are offered seasonally and include a walk through the vines followed by a tasting of Birchden wines. Availability and timings vary and are published online.
Food & drink:
The vineyard offers drinks and light food for visitors during opening hours, with additional food options available on selected days. Details of what is available and when are shared on the website.
Special events:
Birchden Vineyards hosts a programme of events and private experiences throughout the year. Bespoke bookings may be available by arrangement.
Accommodation:
On-site accommodation is referenced by the vineyard but availability and opening dates should be checked directly before planning a stay.
Dogs & children:
Dogs on leads and children are welcome at the vineyard.
The Tasting Den and on-site food and drink offer operate on set days, with current opening times published on the vineyard’s website. Visitors can call in for drinks and light food without a booking during opening hours.
Booking:
Casual visits do not require booking. Vineyard tours must be booked in advance via the website.
Tours:
Guided vineyard tours are offered seasonally and include a walk through the vines followed by a tasting of Birchden wines. Availability and timings vary and are published online.
Food & drink:
The vineyard offers drinks and light food for visitors during opening hours, with additional food options available on selected days. Details of what is available and when are shared on the website.
Special events:
Birchden Vineyards hosts a programme of events and private experiences throughout the year. Bespoke bookings may be available by arrangement.
Accommodation:
On-site accommodation is referenced by the vineyard but availability and opening dates should be checked directly before planning a stay.
Dogs & children:
Dogs on leads and children are welcome at the vineyard.
The Wine
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Birchden Vineyards produces small-batch English wines from grapes grown on site, including Pinot Noir, Bacchus and Pinot Gris. The range includes still and sparkling wines released in limited quantities.
The vineyard promotes a nature-led approach to farming and land management, with features such as orchards, wildlife habitats and biodiversity areas forming part of the wider farm landscape.
Winemaking is carried out off site in collaboration with an external winery, using fruit grown and managed by the Birchden team.
The vineyard promotes a nature-led approach to farming and land management, with features such as orchards, wildlife habitats and biodiversity areas forming part of the wider farm landscape.
Winemaking is carried out off site in collaboration with an external winery, using fruit grown and managed by the Birchden team.
Getting here
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By Car:
Birchden Vineyards is located near Groombridge in East Sussex and is best reached by car via local roads. Directions are provided on the vineyard’s website.
By Public Transport:
The nearest mainline railway stations are Tunbridge Wells and Eridge, with onward travel by taxi or bus required. Public transport routes and walking options should be checked in advance when planning a visit.
Birchden Vineyards is located near Groombridge in East Sussex and is best reached by car via local roads. Directions are provided on the vineyard’s website.
By Public Transport:
The nearest mainline railway stations are Tunbridge Wells and Eridge, with onward travel by taxi or bus required. Public transport routes and walking options should be checked in advance when planning a visit.
What's nearby
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Other Vineyards:
Wildwood Vineyard
Busi-Jacobsohn Wine Estate
Notable Restaurants:
The Crown Inn, Groombridge – Pub and restaurant in Groombridge village.
The Beacon, Royal Tunbridge Wells – Restaurant with views over the surrounding countryside.
Notable Hotels:
The Dorset Arms Pub & Cottage Rooms, Groombridge
One Warwick Park Hotel, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Notable Attractions:
Spa Valley Railway – Heritage railway through the High Weald.
Dunorlan Park, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Wildwood Vineyard
Busi-Jacobsohn Wine Estate
Notable Restaurants:
The Crown Inn, Groombridge – Pub and restaurant in Groombridge village.
The Beacon, Royal Tunbridge Wells – Restaurant with views over the surrounding countryside.
Notable Hotels:
The Dorset Arms Pub & Cottage Rooms, Groombridge
One Warwick Park Hotel, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Notable Attractions:
Spa Valley Railway – Heritage railway through the High Weald.
Dunorlan Park, Royal Tunbridge Wells
