Quoins Organic Vineyard

Explore a small-batch organic vineyard where award-winning wines grow amidst over a hundred varieties of fruit and nut trees, cultivating a vibrant haven for wildlife.

https://www.quoinsvineyard.co.uk

Little Ashley, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 2PW. Get directions

Nearest station: Bradford-on-Avon (1.6 miles).
Approx walking time: 35 minutes.

Private tours

Tasting room

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Winery on site

Disabled access

Award-winning

Organic or sustainable

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What's the vibe

Quoins Organic Vineyard offers a charming, traditional vineyard experience, nestled on the edge of the Cotswolds. It's a peaceful haven for wildlife, with wildflowers and fruit trees flourishing around the vines, creating a natural and idyllic setting. Reviewers often highlight the friendly and knowledgeable welcome, making it a relaxed and engaging visit.

Visiting information

Quoins Organic Vineyard primarily welcomes visitors for private tours and events, operating on an appointment-only basis.
Tours and Tastings:
Tours typically run from June to September and require advance booking.
Group tours are preferred, with a minimum of 10 people.
The tour lasts 2 to 2.5 hours and costs £25 per person.
It includes a welcome drink, a talk on organic vineyard management, a stroll through the vines and orchards, and a tasting of various vintages, including a blind tasting.
Visitors have the opportunity to purchase wines at farmgate prices.
Picnics: Guests on private tours are welcome to bring their own picnic or arrange catering through nearby Hartley Farm.
Accessibility: The vineyard offers parking and is wheelchair accessible.
Family and Pet Friendly: Children and well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Special Events: Quoins is a popular venue for group events such as hen parties and office outings. The vineyard also holds occasional 'open summer days', which are advertised on their website.

The Wine

Quoins Organic Vineyard produces four single-variety still wines: two white, a rosé, and a red. These are crafted from three grape varieties – the white Madeleine Angevine and Orion, and the red Rondo, from which the rosé is also produced using the saignée method. All Quoins wines are certified organic and vegan-friendly, containing very low levels of sulphites.

The vineyard yields approximately 3,000 to 4,000 bottles annually from its one-hectare site. While the vineyard itself does not have an on-site winery, its wine production process is fully certified organic, with winemaking handled by other certified organic producers such as Sedlescombe Vineyard and Litmus Winery.

Quoins wines have consistently received acclaim, regularly winning awards at prestigious competitions. The Orion white wine, a bestseller, has won national prizes at the UK Vineyards Association (UKVA) competition, including silver and bronze awards for its 2014 and 2015 vintages respectively. Their 2013 Orion also earned a Decanter World Wine bronze award, and the Madeleine Angevine received a commended award at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2019.

The vineyard is certified organic by the Soil Association and also employs biodynamic practices. This commitment means no inorganic fertilisers, pesticides, or herbicides are used, fostering a rich habitat for local wildlife and ensuring sustainable viticulture.

Getting here

The vineyard is located at Little Ashley, just outside Bradford-on-Avon.
By Car
Take the A363 Bradford on Avon-Bath road. Just outside Bradford, turn left down the lane opposite Cumberwell Golf Course. Turn right at the crossroads, past the old wheelwright's pond, and the vineyard will be on your right. Parking is available on-site.
By Public Transport
The nearest train station is Bradford-on-Avon, served by half-hourly trains on the Bristol/Bath to Trowbridge/Salisbury line, with a request stop at Avoncliff. The hourly 265 bus from Bath to Trowbridge and Warminster stops at Winsley and Bradford-on-Avon. From Bradford-on-Avon, the vineyard is a pleasant 30-40 minute walk.

What's nearby

Other Vineyards:
Leigh Park Hotel and Vineyard, Bradford-on-Avon
Mumfords Vineyard, Bathford, Somerset
Notable Restaurants:
Hartley Farm Cafe – An award-winning farm shop and kitchen recognized as the UK's Best Farm Restaurant 2023, offering locally sourced food, just a short distance from the vineyard. hartleyfarm.co.uk
The Dog and Fox Inn – A traditional country pub in Bradford-on-Avon, offering home-cooked food and real ales, approximately a 10-minute walk from the vineyard. dogandfoxinn.co.uk
Notable Hotels:
Widbrook Barns – Luxury B&B and glamping accommodation set in converted farm buildings near Bradford-on-Avon, offering a tranquil retreat. widbrookbarns.co.uk
The Barge Inn – A 4-star inn in Bradford-on-Avon offering comfortable rooms and a restaurant, situated by the canal. thebargeinn.co.uk
Notable Attractions:
Iford Manor Gardens – A romantic, award-winning Grade 1 listed garden with Italianate designs by Harold Peto, offering stunning views. ifordmanor.co.uk
American Museum & Gardens – Located on the outskirts of Bath, this museum and gardens offer breathtaking views and collections of American art and culture. americanmuseum.org