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Nutbourne Vineyards
A Sussex haven crafting multi-award-winning English wines on a carbon-neutral estate, where alpacas and a historic windmill charm visitors.
https://nutbournevineyards.com/
Gay Street, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 2HH
Directions
Nearest station: Pulborough (3.4 miles).
Featured
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
Open year-roundWhile we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.
What's the vibe?
Nutbourne Vineyards offers a welcoming, family-run experience set amidst picturesque West Sussex countryside, featuring tranquil lakes, wildflower meadows, and resident alpacas. Visitors consistently praise its beautiful scenery and the pleasant, homely atmosphere.
Visiting information
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Cellar Door & Opening Hours: The Cellar Door at Nutbourne Vineyards is open year-round, Monday to Saturday, from 10am to 5pm, allowing visitors to drop in for a glass of wine or a tasting.
Tours & Tastings: Guided tours of the vineyard and winery, followed by a tutored tasting, are available on Saturdays and Bank Holidays from May to September. These tours last approximately two hours and include a walk through the vines, wildflower meadows, and a chance to meet the alpacas. Pre-booking is advisable for guided tours. A self-guided vineyard trail is also open year-round for exploration.
Food & Drink: While there isn't a full restaurant on site, the vineyard offers wine by the glass, cheese boards, picnics, and vineyard platters made with local produce.
Special Events: Look out for "Burger & Bubbly" evenings on the first Friday of each month and Bank Holiday Mondays, and the Harvest Farm Feast in September. The vineyard also hosts private and corporate events.
Accessibility: Nutbourne Vineyards welcomes both children and dogs.
Tours & Tastings: Guided tours of the vineyard and winery, followed by a tutored tasting, are available on Saturdays and Bank Holidays from May to September. These tours last approximately two hours and include a walk through the vines, wildflower meadows, and a chance to meet the alpacas. Pre-booking is advisable for guided tours. A self-guided vineyard trail is also open year-round for exploration.
Food & Drink: While there isn't a full restaurant on site, the vineyard offers wine by the glass, cheese boards, picnics, and vineyard platters made with local produce.
Special Events: Look out for "Burger & Bubbly" evenings on the first Friday of each month and Bank Holiday Mondays, and the Harvest Farm Feast in September. The vineyard also hosts private and corporate events.
Accessibility: Nutbourne Vineyards welcomes both children and dogs.
The Wine
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Nutbourne Vineyards is a family-run boutique producer crafting a range of award-winning still and sparkling Sussex wines. Grapes such as Bacchus, Huxelrebe, Reichensteiner, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Blanc are grown on the estate, forming the basis for their diverse portfolio. Their acclaimed wines include the Nutty Vintage Brut, which won a Gold Medal at the WineGB Awards in 2022, and the Sussex Reserve, notable as the first English still wine to receive a gold medal from the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC). The multi-award-winning Nutty Brut has also secured gold medals at the International Wine Spirit Competition on multiple occasions.
The vineyard embraces a regenerative approach to farming, focusing on sustainability. They are proud to be Carbon Neutral, offsetting cultivation efforts with wildflower meadows and natural habitats that foster biodiversity. Practices include harvesting rainwater, maintaining soil health with cover crops, and minimizing chemical intervention. Sheep and alpacas graze among the vines in winter, contributing to the vineyard's ecological balance.
Every aspect of winemaking, from grape growing to bottling, takes place on site in their state-of-the-art winery, ensuring complete control over the production process.
The vineyard embraces a regenerative approach to farming, focusing on sustainability. They are proud to be Carbon Neutral, offsetting cultivation efforts with wildflower meadows and natural habitats that foster biodiversity. Practices include harvesting rainwater, maintaining soil health with cover crops, and minimizing chemical intervention. Sheep and alpacas graze among the vines in winter, contributing to the vineyard's ecological balance.
Every aspect of winemaking, from grape growing to bottling, takes place on site in their state-of-the-art winery, ensuring complete control over the production process.
Getting here
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By Car: Nutbourne Vineyards is located at Gay Street, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 2HH. Ample parking is available on site.
By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Pulborough and Billingshurst. From Pulborough station, the vineyard is approximately a 45-minute walk across fields, or a taxi can be taken (pre-booking recommended, especially on Saturdays).
By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Pulborough and Billingshurst. From Pulborough station, the vineyard is approximately a 45-minute walk across fields, or a taxi can be taken (pre-booking recommended, especially on Saturdays).
What's nearby
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Discover more of West Sussex while visiting Nutbourne Vineyards:
Other Vineyards:
Other Vineyards:
- Nyetimber Vineyard: A renowned producer specialising in English sparkling wines.
- Stopham Vineyard: Known for its range of still and sparkling white wines.
- The Rising Sun, Nutbourne: A traditional country pub close to the vineyard, offering locally sourced food in a dog and family-friendly atmosphere.
- The Chequers Hotel, Pulborough: A historic hotel and restaurant nestled at the foot of the South Downs.
- The Roundabout Hotel, Pulborough: A 4-star hotel offering comfortable accommodation with on-site parking.
- The Chequers Hotel, Pulborough: Also provides accommodation in a historic setting.
- RSPB Pulborough Brooks: A beautiful nature reserve with trails, hides for birdwatching, a cafe, and activities for all ages.
- Parham House & Gardens: An exquisite Elizabethan house with a significant collection of art and textiles, set within stunning walled gardens and pleasure grounds.
Upcoming events
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FAQ
What's the vibe
Nyetimber isn’t a casual drop-in vineyard. Visiting feels more like being invited behind the scenes of a serious wine operation than turning up for a relaxed afternoon tasting. Events are structured, polished and tightly managed, with a strong emphasis on the wines themselves rather than hospitality extras. If you enjoy detail, process, and context—and don’t mind planning well ahead—it’s a rewarding experience.[[SECTION:Visiting information]]
Visiting information
Restaurant / Café:There is no public café or restaurant on site. Food is only available as part of ticketed dining events, most notably Nyetimber’s chef-led paired dinners.
Vineyard Tours & Wine Tastings:
Nyetimber is not open for general visits. All access is via pre-booked ticketed events, most commonly:
- Open Day Vineyard Tour & Tasting events, typically released for summer and early autumn
- Chef’s Paired Dining Experiences, featuring a multi-course menu paired with Nyetimber wines
Tickets are limited and must be booked in advance via the official website.
Special Events:
Events are announced periodically rather than on a fixed calendar, so availability varies year to year. These tend to sell out quickly.
Dogs & Children:
All events are 18+ only. Dogs are not permitted, with the exception of registered assistance dogs (advance notice required).
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The Wine
Nyetimber produces traditional-method English sparkling wine exclusively from estate-grown Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The range includes Classic Cuvée, Rosé, Blanc de Blancs, Cuvée Chérie, single-vineyard Tillington, and the prestige 1086 cuvée.Nyetimber is widely credited with helping redefine expectations of English sparkling wine. Notable milestones include international blind tastings where Nyetimber wines outperformed established Champagne houses, and repeated recognition at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships. Head winemaker Cherie Spriggs was named International Sparkling Winemaker of the Year in 2018—the first winner from outside Champagne.
All wines are made at Nyetimber’s own winery and pressing centre, with a growing focus on sustainable land management and energy efficiency across the estate.
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How to Get to Nyetimber
By carNyetimber Vineyard is located at Gay Street, West Chiltington, West Sussex, RH20 2HH. Parking is provided for ticketed events. If using sat nav, Nyetimber advises ignoring directions that route you via Lower Jordan’s Lane.
By public transport
The nearest stations are Pulborough and Billingshurst, both served by direct trains from London Victoria (around 1 hour 15 minutes). A taxi from Pulborough typically takes around 10–15 minutes. For some events, Nyetimber may arrange transport from the station—this is event-specific.
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Things to Do Near Nyetimber
Restaurants- The Black Horse, Amberley – A well-regarded village pub near Amberley, convenient if combining a visit with a South Downs walk.
- The White Horse Inn, Pulborough – A traditional Sussex pub and restaurant with views across Pulborough Brooks.
Hotels
- The Chequers Hotel, Pulborough – A historic hotel at the foot of the South Downs, offering comfortable accommodation and a restaurant.
- The White Horse Inn, Pulborough – Also offers rooms, allowing guests to stay overnight in a classic pub setting.
Attractions
- RSPB Pulborough Brooks Nature Reserve – An expansive wetland reserve ideal for walking and birdwatching.
- Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre – An open-air museum showcasing local industrial heritage in a former chalk quarry.
