Hambledon Wine Estate

When	Days	Hours
Cellar Door Shop Mon-Thu	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	10:00–17:00
Cellar Door Shop Fri-Sat	Fri, Sat	10:00–19:00
Cellar Door Shop Sunday	Sun	10:00–16:30

Corrected -- the previous entry mislabelled The Restaurant hours (Wed-Sat 10:30am-11pm, Sun 10:30-5pm, closed Mon-Tue) as if they were the general Cellar Door Shop hours. The Cellar Door Shop itself is actually open all 7 days: Mon-Thu 10-5, Fri-Sat 10-7, Sun 10-4:30. Separately, the Restaurant Bar and Terrace runs Sun-Thu 12-4pm and Fri-Sat 12-8pm. Guided Tour and Tasting (35pp, 1.5hrs) runs Wed-Sun 11am/2pm, extra times added in peak season.

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

What's the vibe?

An elegant and historic estate in the South Downs National Park with a welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere. As England's oldest commercial vineyard, Hambledon blends rich heritage with modern winemaking excellence. The venue features a stunning oak-framed restaurant with vineyard views, and visitors consistently praise the knowledgeable staff and beautifully curated setting.

Restaurant: The restaurant, which opened in early 2025, is led by Head Chef Nick Edgar (formerly head chef at Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons where he earned a Michelin star). Seasonal menus feature local ingredients from Hampshire's larder and the estate's own kitchen garden. Reservations highly recommended. Listed in the Michelin Guide. Set menus from £32.50 for two courses or £40 for three; à la carte also available.

The Courtyard: Al fresco dining with wood-fired pizzas and seasonal dishes (weather-dependent). Walk-ins only.

Vineyard Tours and Wine Tastings: Guided tours lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. The tour takes in the historic vineyards, gravity-fed winery and chalk-cut cellars, finishing with a tasting of three sparkling wines from the Classic and Première ranges. From £35 per person; a Winemaker's Insight Tour is also available from £50 per person. A reduced early-week rate applies June–August. Advance booking required. You can add lunch at the restaurant when booking your tour.

Guided Tasting Flights: Four wines, lasting around 30 minutes (your table is yours for an hour). From £30 per person. Cheese, charcuterie and mezze boards can be ordered alongside. Advance booking required.

Picnics: Exclusive picnic spots are available in the vineyard, each accommodating up to four people and including a bottle of wine and ice bucket. Bring your own food, or upgrade to a sparkling afternoon tea.

Cellar Door Shop: The full range of Hambledon wines is available, alongside a curated selection from Berry Bros. & Rudd. No booking needed.

Private Hire: The estate is available for vineyard weddings, private dining and corporate events. Separate enquiry pages are available for each on their website.

Special Events: Regular events throughout the year include WSET wine courses, Jazz and Fizz Festival, Fizz Fest, Ha-Ha Hambledon Comedy Night, Fire Feast dinners, and cheese and wine tastings. See the events calendar for upcoming dates.

Dogs and Children: Dogs and children are not permitted on tours or in the winery or cellars at any time.

Hambledon specializes in English sparkling wines using the traditional Champagne method, growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier across 200 acres. Their range includes Classic Cuvée, Classic Cuvée Rosé, and the premium Première Cuvée.

The wines have earned exceptional recognition in recent years. In 2024, their Première Cuvée won a Master medal at the Global Sparkling Masters-one of only seven wines worldwide to receive this top honor, placing it alongside prestigious Champagnes. The same wine also won Platinum at Decanter World Wine Awards 2024. Their Classic Cuvée won Platinum at Decanter 2024 and Gold at Global Sparkling Masters 2024, while also topping a blind tasting against Champagne in 2015. Previous successes include Gold medals at International Wine Challenge, Decanter World Wine Awards, and the 2020 blind tasting where Première Cuvée came second, beating several renowned French sparkling wines. All Hambledon wines are vegan-friendly.

The vineyard operates a unique gravity-fed winery-the only one of its kind in the UK-allowing them to minimize time between picking and pressing. Sustainability is central to their approach, including a biomass heating system that converts vine prunings into fuel for the winery and visitor facilities.

Hambledon is now owned by Berry Bros. & Rudd (the UK's oldest fine wine merchant) and Symington Family Estates (leading port producer), both Royal Warrant holders.

By Car from London: Approximately 1 hour via M3 and A3 (60 miles). Detailed directions available on their website. They advise avoiding Hambledon village to respect local residents. Free on-site parking available.

By Train from London: Take the train from London Waterloo to Petersfield station (approximately 1 hour). The vineyard is a 15-minute taxi ride from Petersfield station.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

Restaurants
The Bat and Ball Inn, Hambledon - Historic pub with large restaurant.

The Pig, Brockenhurst, New Forest - Known for its 25-mile menu and kitchen garden.

Hotels
Quob Park Old House Hotel & Spa, Fareham - Full-service spa.

Lime Wood Hotel, Lyndhurst, New Forest - Individually designed rooms and spa.

Attractions
Butser Ancient Farm, South Downs National Park - Open-air museum of ancient British life.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth - Home to the Mary Rose and HMS Victory.