Combe Hay Vineyard

Heritage grape varieties draw flavour from land believed to have nurtured Roman vines, inviting a sip of ancient English countryside.

https://www.combehayvineyard.co.uk

Combe Hay Vineyard, Combe Hay, Bath, BA2 7EF Get directions

Nearest station: Oldfield Park (3.9 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Winery on site

Organic or sustainable

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What's the vibe

Combe Hay Vineyard is a tranquil, family-run boutique vineyard nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the outskirts of Bath, offering a serene escape focused on a holistic and natural approach to winemaking and the environment. It embraces the unique "terroir" of the English countryside, creating a calm and engaging experience.

Visiting information

Booking: Tours and visits are by appointment only. The vineyard does not have regular drop-in hours.

Events & Activities: Combe Hay Vineyard offers various immersive experiences, including nature courses (e.g., free Natural Respite Courses and paid monthly Foraging Courses from April to August), and opportunities to volunteer with vineyard work.

Accommodation: A log cabin on site provides a unique vineyard nature retreat available from March to October 2025. It accommodates two people and offers a range of relaxing therapies, massage, forest bathing, meditation, and personalised mindfulness photography courses.

Accessibility: Both children and dogs are welcome at the vineyard.

The Wine

Combe Hay Vineyard specialises in producing an elegant, crisp, dry white wine. This distinctive wine is crafted from three German grape varieties: Schönburger, Müller-Thurgau, and Huxelrebe, selected for their ability to express the vineyard's unique surroundings and contribute to its balanced flavour profile. While specific wine awards are not listed, the wine has received highly positive reviews, with experts and consumers describing it as a "revelation" and "immensely quaffable," praised for its clean, floral, and subtly fruity characteristics.

The vineyard is deeply committed to sustainability, adopting a regenerative and holistic approach to viticulture. They adhere to organic principles by avoiding destructive chemicals and use biodynamic sprays made from organic plants harvested on their partially re-wilded site. This includes practices like manual weeding instead of chemical herbicides. Their regenerative philosophy focuses on minimally disturbing the soil and allowing nature to find its balance, fostering a diverse ecosystem within the vineyard. They are also actively involved in creating diverse habitats, such as a nature pond, and encouraging beneficial species.

Combe Hay Vineyard works closely with a winemaker partner who practices low-intervention, natural winemaking.

Getting here

Address: Combe Hay Vineyard, Combe Hay, Bath, BA2 7EF.

By Car: The vineyard has a car park on site. You can use What3Words ///dwell.path.circle for precise navigation.

By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Bath Spa. A taxi from Bath Spa to Combe Hay Vineyard would take approximately 15-20 minutes. While there are footpaths leading to the vineyard, public transport does not serve the immediate area directly.

What's nearby

Here are some notable places to visit near Combe Hay Vineyard:

Nearby Vineyards:

Quoins Organic Vineyard (Little Ashley, Wiltshire)
Leigh Park Hotel and Vineyard (Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire)

Notable Restaurants:

The Wheatsheaf Combe Hay (Award-winning traditional pub just a 2-minute stroll from the vineyard)
The Packhorse (A local pub in South Stoke with a rich history, accessible via a short walk)

Notable Hotels:

The Wheatsheaf Combe Hay Hotel (A 4-star hotel/B&B located very close to the vineyard)
Snug at Combe Hay (A comfortable holiday home offering accommodation nearby)

Notable Attractions:

Bath Abbey (A beautiful Gothic church in the historic city of Bath, known for its stunning architecture)
Pulteney Bridge (An iconic arch bridge over the River Avon in Bath, unique for its shops built along both sides)