Chafor Wine Estate

When	Days	Hours
Spring & Summer (April-early September)	Sat, Sun	11:00–17:00

Free walk-in entry, no booking needed. Open most weekends (not guaranteed every single one). Also runs Pizza & Pinot evenings and themed open days.

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

What's the vibe?

Chafor Wine Estate offers a relaxed, friendly, and family-run experience in rural Buckinghamshire. Established in 2009 and run by Tim and Sarah Chafor, it has become a well-known local fixture over the past 25 years, particularly during the summer months, when visitors gather to enjoy wine with friends and family in the vineyard setting. The atmosphere is informal and welcoming, with open views across the vines and a strong sense of place.

Opening hours: Chafor is open to visitors on Saturdays and Sundays, 11am to 5pm, from April to early September. Entry is free, and you're welcome to walk in and explore the vineyard and its self-guided nature trail at your own pace.

Tours and tastings: A programme of guided tours and wine tasting events runs through the summer - contact the estate directly for current dates and to book.

Food and events: Chafor hosts BBQ and paella food events over the summer, plus camping and venue hire for private functions.

Booking: Get in touch through the vineyard's website.

Chafor Wine Estate produces a range of English sparkling and still wines from its on-site winery, with production fully overseen by Tim Chafor. The estate bottles up to seven wine variants each year and produces up to 22,000 bottles annually from estate-grown fruit.

The current range includes sparkling wines (Vintage Cuvée, Vintage Rosé, Sparkling Bacchus), still whites (Bacchus and Chardonnay Reserve), a rosé, and the Red Stag red wine. Wines are available to purchase directly from the cellar door, online, and through selected local retailers.

The estate has received multiple awards and regional recognition over the years, contributing to its strong reputation within Buckinghamshire and the surrounding area. Sustainability measures include recyclable corks and foils, as well as solar panels installed on the winery roof to support energy use.

Chafor Wine Estate is located at High Hedges Vineyard, Preston Bissett Road, Gawcott, Buckinghamshire, MK18 4HT.

By Car:
The vineyard is approximately a six-minute drive from Buckingham town centre, with easy access from the A421. It is well positioned between Bicester and Silverstone, and within reach of the wider Buckinghamshire and Cotswolds countryside.

By Public Transport:
The nearest bus stop is “Post Office, Gawcott,” a short walk from the vineyard. The nearest train station is Bicester North (around 8 miles away), with onward travel by taxi or bus required.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

Chafor Wine Estate is well placed for exploring north Buckinghamshire and the surrounding countryside.

Notable Restaurants:
The restaurant at Villiers Hotel, Buckingham – AA Rosette-awarded dining in a historic coaching inn.

Buckingham town centre also offers a range of independent pubs and restaurants.

Notable Hotels:
Villiers Hotel, Buckingham – A 400-year-old coaching inn with an award-winning restaurant.

Horwood House Hotel, Little Horwood – Country house hotel with leisure facilities.

Notable Attractions:
Silverstone Interactive Museum – Motorsport museum near the famous circuit.

Bicester Village – Luxury shopping destination within easy driving distance.