Kingscote Estate

Tours & Tastings: Vineyard tours and wine tastings require pre-booking online and are typically held Friday to Sundayduring peak months (April to October), and on Saturday and Sunday during quieter months. These can be booked with or without an included seasonal lunch .

Accommodation: Self-catering accommodation is available in two renovated properties, The Granary and The Oast House, located within the estate.

Accessibility:

• Dogs: Dogs are welcome on leads outdoors.
• Children: Children are welcome under supervision.

Kingscote Estate produces a diverse range of still and sparkling wines from its 70 acres of vines. Their sparkling wine collection includes traditional method Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs, Brut, and Rosé, alongside a Demi-Sec. For still wines, they offer a crisp Bacchus (white), an elegant Pinot Noir (red), and a dry Rosé.

Kingscote wines have garnered numerous accolades over the years. Notable awards include a Gold Medal for their Cuvée Christen NV in 2017 and a Gold Medal for their Blanc de Noirs Brut 2013 in 2020 at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC). Their wines consistently receive medals at prestigious competitions such as the WineGB Awards, International Wine & Spirit Competition, International English Wine Awards (IEWA), and Decanter World Wine Awards.

The vineyard has been operating organically since 2019, reflecting their strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. Kingscote Estate also boasts its own state-of-the-art winery on site, allowing for full control over the winemaking process from grape to bottle.

By Car: Kingscote Estate is located at Vowels Lane, Kingscote, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4JY. It is easily accessible by road.

By Public Transport: The nearest train station is East Grinstead (Southern Railway). From East Grinstead station, the vineyard is approximately a 5-7 minute taxi ride.

Discover more of the beautiful Sussex countryside and its offerings near Kingscote Estate:

• Notable Restaurants:
  
  
  • Gravetye Manor Restaurant: A Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for its exquisite fine dining and beautiful garden views.
  • The Cat Inn: A charming 16th-century pub in West Hoathly, featured in the Michelin Guide, offering a cozy atmosphere and excellent food.
• Notable Hotels:
  
  
  • Gravetye Manor: A historic country house hotel offering luxurious accommodation alongside its Michelin-starred dining experience.
  • Alexander House Hotel & Utopia Spa: A luxurious five-star hotel and spa set in 120 acres of parkland near East Grinstead.
• Notable Attractions:
  
  
  • Bluebell Railway: A heritage steam railway offering scenic journeys through the Sussex countryside.
  • Wakehurst: Kew's wild botanic garden, home to the Millennium Seed Bank, with stunning ornamental gardens and woodlands to explore.