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High Clandon
Raise a glass of golden English fizz from a vineyard whose rich soil also yields the nation's biggest truffles.
High Clandon Vineyard
High Clandon, East Clandon,
Guildford GU4 7RP,
Directions
Nearest station: Clandon (2.7 miles).
Public tours
Private tours
Self-guided tours
Tasting room
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Online shop
Winery on site
Walking trail
Disabled access
Award-winning
Hosts weddings
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?
High Clandon offers a beautiful and peaceful escape in the Surrey Hills, renowned for its stunning panoramic views stretching towards the London skyline. Visitors are welcomed warmly by the owners into their exquisite Glass Barn and gardens, often enhanced by art and sculpture exhibitions.
Visiting information
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High Clandon Estate Vineyard is primarily open for pre-booked tours, talks, and tastings, which are led by the owners.
They also host special Open Days, usually on a Saturday, and major events like the annual "Art & Sculptures in the Vineyard" summer exhibition (e.g., June 28 – July 12, 2026), where general admission is free with a suggested charity donation.
Also on an early June Saturday, they host Jazz in the Vineyard. And in summer, celebrating Vineyards of the Surrey Hills, they host a ticketed event, the Battle of the Bubbles – the Battle of Waterloo (Surrey’s finest sparkling Cuvées against Champagne).
Tour, Talk, Tasting: These guided experiences cost £30 per person and typically last around 90 minutes, including tastings of their sparkling wine, liqueur, and gin. Pre-booking online is required for these specific tours.
Restaurant/Cafe: There is no permanent restaurant or cafe on-site, but cream teas and cakes are sometimes offered during special charity open days.
Accommodation: The vineyard does not offer on-site accommodation.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome during visits.
Children: Children are welcome and are not charged for admission.
Accessibility: The vineyard has made efforts to ensure good access for wheelchairs and aided walkers.
Special Events: In addition to their art exhibitions, they host Truffle & Cuvée Experience Days and festive "Fizz & Firelight" events and in the summer art exhibition, they open the gardens for the National Garden Scheme and Cream Teas & Cuvée is provided by the charity, Cherry Trees.
They also host special Open Days, usually on a Saturday, and major events like the annual "Art & Sculptures in the Vineyard" summer exhibition (e.g., June 28 – July 12, 2026), where general admission is free with a suggested charity donation.
Also on an early June Saturday, they host Jazz in the Vineyard. And in summer, celebrating Vineyards of the Surrey Hills, they host a ticketed event, the Battle of the Bubbles – the Battle of Waterloo (Surrey’s finest sparkling Cuvées against Champagne).
Tour, Talk, Tasting: These guided experiences cost £30 per person and typically last around 90 minutes, including tastings of their sparkling wine, liqueur, and gin. Pre-booking online is required for these specific tours.
Restaurant/Cafe: There is no permanent restaurant or cafe on-site, but cream teas and cakes are sometimes offered during special charity open days.
Accommodation: The vineyard does not offer on-site accommodation.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome during visits.
Children: Children are welcome and are not charged for admission.
Accessibility: The vineyard has made efforts to ensure good access for wheelchairs and aided walkers.
Special Events: In addition to their art exhibitions, they host Truffle & Cuvée Experience Days and festive "Fizz & Firelight" events and in the summer art exhibition, they open the gardens for the National Garden Scheme and Cream Teas & Cuvée is provided by the charity, Cherry Trees.
The Wine
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High Clandon specializes in producing singular, aged-vintage-only English sparkling wines, crafted from the classic Champagne grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. These elegant Cuvées are made using the traditional method (Méthode Champenoise) and undergo extensive bottle maturation, typically for at least five years on their yeast lees.
The wines have received significant acclaim, earning "multi-award winning" status. High Clandon has been awarded the prestigious IWC Cellar Door of the Year trophy twice over for its exceptional visitor experience. Their sparkling wines have garnered an impressive collection of accolades, including four Gold medals at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) between 2014 and 2019, and a total of 14 Gold and 16 Silver medals from various competitions between 2015 and 2023. Notable releases include the Cerulean Cuvée 2020 Prestige Vintage Brut and the Shakespearean Cuvée 2019 Prestige Vintage Brut.
High Clandon is a proud Founder Member of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain. The vineyard's sustainable practices are integrated throughout its 12-acre estate, encompassing wildflower meadows, a wildlife pond, a truffle orchard, and gardens. The vineyard lies on chalky limestone soil, sharing the same geology as the Champagne region, which significantly influences the grape character. While the vines are meticulously hand-manicured, the winemaking process itself is carried out off-site by the team of master winemakers at Litmus Wines.
High Clandon is also a Founder Member of the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills with the four other founders, Denbies, Albury, Chilworth Manor, Greyfriars. In 2025, they were joined by Tanhurst Vineyard and Soloms Court.
The wines have received significant acclaim, earning "multi-award winning" status. High Clandon has been awarded the prestigious IWC Cellar Door of the Year trophy twice over for its exceptional visitor experience. Their sparkling wines have garnered an impressive collection of accolades, including four Gold medals at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) between 2014 and 2019, and a total of 14 Gold and 16 Silver medals from various competitions between 2015 and 2023. Notable releases include the Cerulean Cuvée 2020 Prestige Vintage Brut and the Shakespearean Cuvée 2019 Prestige Vintage Brut.
High Clandon is a proud Founder Member of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain. The vineyard's sustainable practices are integrated throughout its 12-acre estate, encompassing wildflower meadows, a wildlife pond, a truffle orchard, and gardens. The vineyard lies on chalky limestone soil, sharing the same geology as the Champagne region, which significantly influences the grape character. While the vines are meticulously hand-manicured, the winemaking process itself is carried out off-site by the team of master winemakers at Litmus Wines.
High Clandon is also a Founder Member of the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills with the four other founders, Denbies, Albury, Chilworth Manor, Greyfriars. In 2025, they were joined by Tanhurst Vineyard and Soloms Court.
Getting here
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By Car: High Clandon is approximately 10 minutes from Junction 10 of the M25 (A3 Wisley interchange). Ample parking is available in the vineyard's woodland area.
By Public Transport: The nearest mainline train station is Guildford, which has direct links to London Waterloo, Woking, and Reading. A taxi from Guildford station to the vineyard takes approximately 15 minutes.
By Public Transport: The nearest mainline train station is Guildford, which has direct links to London Waterloo, Woking, and Reading. A taxi from Guildford station to the vineyard takes approximately 15 minutes.
What's nearby
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Other Vineyards:
Notable Restaurants:
Notable Hotels:
Notable Attractions:
- Albury Organic Vineyard (Albury, Surrey)
- Denbies Wine Estate (Dorking, Surrey)
Notable Restaurants:
- The King William IV (West Horsley) – An award-winning local pub, approximately a 5-minute drive from the vineyard.
- The Queen's Head (East Clandon) – Located in the vineyard's village, about a 7-minute walk or 5-minute drive.
Notable Hotels:
- Denbies Vineyard Hotel (Dorking) – A unique hotel located within a prominent vineyard estate, offering vineyard views.
- Guildford Harbour Hotel (Guildford) – A stylish town centre hotel with spa facilities.
Notable Attractions:
- RHS Garden Wisley (Woking) – A world-renowned garden managed by the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Hatchlands Park (East Clandon) – A National Trust property featuring a Repton-designed park and a Georgian mansion.
