Kenton Park Estate And Vineyard
A beautifully restored 19th-century rectory has traded sermons for sparkling wine, inviting you to toast its award-winning English fizz.
https://www.kentonparkestate.co.uk/
Kenton, Exeter, Devon EX6 8NW, England.
Directions
Nearest station: Starcross (2.5 miles).
Public tours
Private tours
Self-guided tours
Tasting room
Restaurant or café
Accommodation on site
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Winery on site
Walking trail
Disabled access
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What's the vibe?
Kenton Park Estate offers a relaxed and scenic vineyard experience overlooking the Exe Estuary in Devon. The atmosphere is informal and welcoming, combining a working vineyard with a food-led visitor offering and outdoor seating that makes the most of the coastal setting.
Visiting information
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Booking:
Many experiences, including vineyard tours and themed events, require advance booking. Private group visits can be arranged directly with the estate.
Opening Hours: The estate operates on a seasonal basis, typically from spring through early autumn, with opening days and hours varying across the season. Visitors are advised to check current opening times before travelling.
Dining: The on-site Motley Cru Bar & Grill serves brunch, lunch, and informal food focused on seasonal ingredients. Outdoor seating is a key feature, including covered safari huts overlooking the vineyard, which are bookable for dining and drinks.
Events: Kenton Park Estate runs a regular programme of ticketed events, including vineyard safaris, pizza evenings, cocktail nights, and spirits tastings, often branded under their “Wine in the Wild” experiences.
Accommodation: On-site accommodation is available at The Wine Lodge, a self-catering retreat designed for short stays, with access to leisure facilities including a pool and hot tub.
Dogs & Children: The estate is family-friendly and dog-friendly. Dogs are welcome in outdoor areas and at the bar and grill, with a dedicated dog menu available.
Opening Hours: The estate operates on a seasonal basis, typically from spring through early autumn, with opening days and hours varying across the season. Visitors are advised to check current opening times before travelling.
Dining: The on-site Motley Cru Bar & Grill serves brunch, lunch, and informal food focused on seasonal ingredients. Outdoor seating is a key feature, including covered safari huts overlooking the vineyard, which are bookable for dining and drinks.
Events: Kenton Park Estate runs a regular programme of ticketed events, including vineyard safaris, pizza evenings, cocktail nights, and spirits tastings, often branded under their “Wine in the Wild” experiences.
Accommodation: On-site accommodation is available at The Wine Lodge, a self-catering retreat designed for short stays, with access to leisure facilities including a pool and hot tub.
Dogs & Children: The estate is family-friendly and dog-friendly. Dogs are welcome in outdoor areas and at the bar and grill, with a dedicated dog menu available.
The Wine
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Kenton Park Estate produces a range of English wines, including sparkling and still styles, alongside estate-made sparkling cider. Grape varieties grown include Bacchus, Solaris, Ortega, Pinot Noir Précoce, Rondo, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, reflecting a mix of classic and hybrid plantings suited to the Devon climate.
Wine production takes place on site, with an emphasis on small-batch releases and estate character rather than large-scale output. While the estate has received awards over the years, the focus remains on experiential wine tourism alongside winemaking. The estate has indicated ongoing development of its winery facilities as part of longer-term growth plans.
Wine production takes place on site, with an emphasis on small-batch releases and estate character rather than large-scale output. While the estate has received awards over the years, the focus remains on experiential wine tourism alongside winemaking. The estate has indicated ongoing development of its winery facilities as part of longer-term growth plans.
Getting here
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By Car:
Kenton Park Estate is around 20 minutes from Exeter by car. Sat nav searches for “Kenton Park Estate” or postcode EX6 8NW will direct visitors to the entrance.
By Public Transport: Starcross is the nearest train station, approximately a five-minute drive away. Pick-up from the station may be available for guests booked onto experiences, subject to availability. Local bus services stop at Kenton Triangle, followed by a walk of around 1.5km to the estate.
By Public Transport: Starcross is the nearest train station, approximately a five-minute drive away. Pick-up from the station may be available for guests booked onto experiences, subject to availability. Local bus services stop at Kenton Triangle, followed by a walk of around 1.5km to the estate.
What's nearby
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Kenton Park Estate sits within easy reach of several Devon highlights:
Other Vineyards:
Pebblebed Vineyards
Brickhouse Vineyard
Notable Restaurants:
Lympstone Manor – Michelin-starred dining overlooking the Exe Estuary.
The Salutation Inn, Topsham – A well-regarded inn and restaurant in the historic estuary town.
Notable Hotels:
Southernhay House Hotel – A boutique hotel in Exeter city centre.
The Devon Hotel – A comfortable hotel on the outskirts of Exeter.
Notable Attractions:
Powderham Castle – A historic estate offering tours and events.
Haldon Forest Park – A large woodland area ideal for walking and cycling.
Other Vineyards:
Pebblebed Vineyards
Brickhouse Vineyard
Notable Restaurants:
Lympstone Manor – Michelin-starred dining overlooking the Exe Estuary.
The Salutation Inn, Topsham – A well-regarded inn and restaurant in the historic estuary town.
Notable Hotels:
Southernhay House Hotel – A boutique hotel in Exeter city centre.
The Devon Hotel – A comfortable hotel on the outskirts of Exeter.
Notable Attractions:
Powderham Castle – A historic estate offering tours and events.
Haldon Forest Park – A large woodland area ideal for walking and cycling.
