Pebblebed Vineyards

Pebblebed Vineyard is part of Darts Farm, a large farm shop and visitor attraction in Devon - the vineyard walk, farm shop, cellar and food hall are open to browse as part of a normal visit to Darts Farm, no appointment needed. Guided Pebblebed Vineyard Tours are a separate bookable, ticketed experience. Check Darts Farm's website for exact opening times, which weren't available in the fetched page.

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

What's the vibe?

Pebblebed Vineyards offers a welcoming and rustic vineyard experience, deeply rooted in community spirit. Visitors can expect a friendly atmosphere, led by knowledgeable staff who are passionate about viticulture and winemaking.

Tours: Pebblebed Vineyards offers guided tours of their vineyard and on-site winery. Bookings are essential and can be made via their website. The approximately two-hour tour includes a welcome drink, a guided walk through the vines, a tasting of their wines in the winery, and concludes with a selection of farmhouse cheese and artisan charcuterie.Facilities: While there isn't a full restaurant on-site, tours include a tasting paired with farmhouse cheese and charcuterie. For a more comprehensive dining experience, a "Vineyard Tour & The Farm Table Experience" combines the vineyard tour with a two-course meal at the nearby Darts Farm, though transport between the two locations is not included.

Children & Dogs: Young children are welcome to join tours when accompanied by an adult, and there is no charge for them. However, dogs are not permitted in the vineyard itself.

Pricing: The combined vineyard tour and dining experience at Darts Farm is priced from £65 per person. The menu at Darts Farm changes regularly with the seasons. Booking is required - visit the Pebblebed tours page to reserve a place.

Gift shop: Pebblebed wines are available to purchase through the Drinks Cellar at Darts Farm, alongside online ordering direct from the vineyard.

Pebblebed Vineyards produces a range of high-quality English wines, including sparkling, still white, red, and rosé varieties. Their sparkling wines are crafted using the traditional Champagne method, involving bottle fermentation and aging on lees for a minimum of three years to develop complex characteristics. The vineyard prides itself on being one of the few 'single estate' producers in the UK, meaning their wines are made from grapes grown exclusively on their own land, allowing each vintage to reflect the unique flavours of that particular growing season.

Pebblebed wines have garnered numerous accolades in both local and national competitions. Most recently, at the Independent English Wine Awards 2024, they received a silver award for their 2020 Sparkling White and bronze awards for their 2018 Sparkling Rosé and 2020 Still White, highlighting their consistent quality.

The vineyard is committed to sustainable agriculture practices, with careful attention to encouraging wildlife and reducing environmental impact. They manage their vineyards with a focus on natural winemaking, using minimum additives to best express the unique Devon "terroir." The vineyard also boasts a modern on-site winery.

By Car
Pebblebed Vineyards is located at Marianne Pool Farm, Clyst St George, Nr Topsham, EX3 0NZ. It is approximately 1.5 miles east of Topsham.

By Public Transport
The nearest bus stop is Old Ebford Lane, which is approximately a 15-minute walk from the vineyard. The 57 bus route serves this stop.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

• Other Vineyards:
  • Lily Farm Vineyard, Budleigh Salterton, Devon.
  • Brickhouse Vineyard, Exeter, Devon.
• Notable Restaurants:
  • The Farm Table – Darts Farm, located adjacent to the vineyard, offering farm-to-table dining experiences.
  • The Salutation Inn, Topsham, a highly-rated inn with a restaurant.
• Notable Hotels:
  • Lympstone Manor Hotel, Exmouth, a luxury hotel that also features its own vineyard.
  • The Salutation Inn, Topsham, offering comfortable accommodation in a central village location.
• Notable Attractions:
  • Darts Farm, an award-winning farm shop and retail destination located very close to the vineyard.
  • Topsham Museum, showcasing the local history of Topsham and its maritime past.