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Knightor Winery
The historic granite barns host a rolling calendar of global feast nights, where local wines meet world-spanning flavours under ancient rafters.
Knightor Winery, Trethurgy, Cornwall, PL26 8YQ.
Directions
Nearest station: Luxulyan (2.3 miles).
Public tours
Private tours
Self-guided tours
Tasting room
Restaurant or café
Accommodation on site
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Online shop
Winery on site
Walking trail
Disabled access
Award-winning
Hosts weddingsWhile we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.
What's the vibe?
Knightor Winery offers a rustic and relaxed experience, set around a working winery, historic granite barns, and four acres of orchards and wildflower meadows. It feels informal and welcoming, equally suited to a casual glass of wine, a planned visit, or larger celebrations such as weddings and private events.
Visiting information
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Opening Hours:
The cellar door and winery shop are generally open Monday to Sunday, 11am–4pm. Opening hours vary seasonally, with reduced hours in winter and extended opening in spring and summer, so it’s best to check directly for the most up-to-date information.
Drop-in or Pre-book:
Visitors are welcome to drop in to the cellar door to enjoy wines by the glass or explore self-guided tasting options. Walk-ins are welcome, though booking is recommended for larger groups or guided experiences.
Tours:
Guided winery tours with tastings are typically offered seasonally, usually on Sundays between April and October. Availability varies, so advance booking is advised.
Food:
Cheeseboards are available at the cellar door throughout the opening week. The former regular Arbo Sunday lunches are no longer scheduled as a standing fixture, but food-led events may still take place on a one-off basis for special occasions such as Mother’s Day.
Special Events:
Knightor is a well-established wedding and private events venue. The winery also hosts a range of special events during the year, including feast nights, ticketed celebrations, and occasional food pop-ups.
Accommodation:
Accommodation at Knightor Manor is no longer available as a public B&B. The manor is now reserved for wedding couples and their guests. The team can recommend nearby accommodation, with a good selection of B&Bs and campsites available locally.
Dogs & Children:
Knightor Winery is both dog-friendly and child-friendly, making it an easygoing option for families and groups.
The cellar door and winery shop are generally open Monday to Sunday, 11am–4pm. Opening hours vary seasonally, with reduced hours in winter and extended opening in spring and summer, so it’s best to check directly for the most up-to-date information.
Drop-in or Pre-book:
Visitors are welcome to drop in to the cellar door to enjoy wines by the glass or explore self-guided tasting options. Walk-ins are welcome, though booking is recommended for larger groups or guided experiences.
Tours:
Guided winery tours with tastings are typically offered seasonally, usually on Sundays between April and October. Availability varies, so advance booking is advised.
Food:
Cheeseboards are available at the cellar door throughout the opening week. The former regular Arbo Sunday lunches are no longer scheduled as a standing fixture, but food-led events may still take place on a one-off basis for special occasions such as Mother’s Day.
Special Events:
Knightor is a well-established wedding and private events venue. The winery also hosts a range of special events during the year, including feast nights, ticketed celebrations, and occasional food pop-ups.
Accommodation:
Accommodation at Knightor Manor is no longer available as a public B&B. The manor is now reserved for wedding couples and their guests. The team can recommend nearby accommodation, with a good selection of B&Bs and campsites available locally.
Dogs & Children:
Knightor Winery is both dog-friendly and child-friendly, making it an easygoing option for families and groups.
The Wine
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Knightor Winery produces a range of English still and sparkling wines, alongside their distinctive Cornish vermouths. The wine range includes white, rosé, red, and traditional-method sparkling wines, made from varieties such as Seyval Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Madeleine Angevine, Riesling, Rondo, and Bacchus.
The wines have received notable recognition. Knightor’s 2015 Blanc de Blancs was named “World’s Finest” at the 2024 Glass of Bubbly Champagne & Sparkling Wine Awards. Further accolades from the same awards include gold medals for the Vintage Cuvée 2014 and Classic Cuvée Rosé, and a silver for the Classic White Cuvée. Their dessert wine, Mena Hweg, was also awarded Critics’ Choice at the Sommelier Wine Awards.
Knightor operates as a working winery, producing limited-run wines using grapes from their own vineyards in Portscatho and Seaton, as well as selected English growers. While sustainability is part of their approach, the winery is not certified organic.
The wines have received notable recognition. Knightor’s 2015 Blanc de Blancs was named “World’s Finest” at the 2024 Glass of Bubbly Champagne & Sparkling Wine Awards. Further accolades from the same awards include gold medals for the Vintage Cuvée 2014 and Classic Cuvée Rosé, and a silver for the Classic White Cuvée. Their dessert wine, Mena Hweg, was also awarded Critics’ Choice at the Sommelier Wine Awards.
Knightor operates as a working winery, producing limited-run wines using grapes from their own vineyards in Portscatho and Seaton, as well as selected English growers. While sustainability is part of their approach, the winery is not certified organic.
Getting here
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By car
Knightor Winery is located at Trethurgy, Cornwall, PL26 8YQ.
By public transport
The nearest train station is St Austell. From there, a taxi journey to the winery takes around 10 minutes.
Knightor Winery is located at Trethurgy, Cornwall, PL26 8YQ.
By public transport
The nearest train station is St Austell. From there, a taxi journey to the winery takes around 10 minutes.
What's nearby
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Notable attractions:
The Eden Project – A major eco-attraction located a short drive from the winery.
Notable restaurants:
The Britannia Inn & Waves Restaurant – A well-regarded option in St Austell.
Notable hotels:
Boscundle Manor – A popular hotel close to St Austell.
The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Lodges – A nearby option offering spa facilities and varied accommodation.
The Eden Project – A major eco-attraction located a short drive from the winery.
Notable restaurants:
The Britannia Inn & Waves Restaurant – A well-regarded option in St Austell.
Notable hotels:
Boscundle Manor – A popular hotel close to St Austell.
The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Lodges – A nearby option offering spa facilities and varied accommodation.
