Kingscote Estate

When	Days	Hours
Year-round	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	10:00–17:00

Estate is open to visitors Monday–Sunday, 10am–5pm, no booking required to visit the grounds. Guided Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting experiences are bookable separately in advance.

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

What's the vibe?

Kingscote Estate offers a blend of modern elegance and historic charm, set within a vast, picturesque Sussex landscape. Expect a welcoming atmosphere ideal for exploring, relaxing, and enjoying fine English wines in a stylish setting.

Opening hours: The estate is open seven days a week, 10am–5pm. No booking is needed to visit the wine shop or enjoy an impromptu tasting at the Cellar Door Bar & Kitchen.

Tours & Tastings: Guided vineyard tours with tutored wine tasting run for 90 minutes and must be pre-booked. Tours are available Thursday to Sunday, from £25 per person. Options include tours paired with cream tea or a seasonal lunch - check the website for the full range of packages and current availability.

Food & drink: The Cellar Door Bar & Kitchen is open daily, with hot food served from 10am to 3pm. The menu draws on local Sussex produce, and cream teas are also available alongside the standard food offering.

Accommodation: A self-catering two-bedroom Coach House is available to book within the estate, recently refurbished and set amid vineyard views on the 160-acre grounds. Details and availability can be found on the estate website.

Accessibility: The estate has wheelchair-accessible parking and a step-free entrance. Some parts of the working vineyard have uneven ground - it is worth flagging any access requirements when booking a tour so the team can plan accordingly.

• Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome in the wine shop, gardens and on woodland walks across the estate. Only assistance dogs are permitted on guided vineyard tours.
• Children: Children are welcome on vineyard tours. Under-12s go free; ages 13–17 receive a discounted rate.
• Parking: Free on-site parking is available at the estate.

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.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

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.