Rodington Vineyard
A long-held family dream, cultivated with generations of Indian farming heritage, now yields award-winning wines from this beautiful Shropshire soil.
https://rodingtonvineyard.co.uk/
The Avenue, Sugden, Telford, TF6 6ND.
Directions
Nearest station: Wellington (5.2 miles).
Public tours
Private tours
Tasting room
Dog friendly
Child friendly
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?
Rodington Vineyard offers a welcoming and personal experience as a small, family-run operation nestled in the Shropshire countryside. Visitors can expect a hands-on, passionate approach to winemaking, resulting in a relaxed and enjoyable tasting experience in a rural setting.
Visiting information
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Opening Hours: Rodington Vineyard is open daily, except Wednesdays, from 10am to 4pm.
Tours & Tastings: A Wine Tasting Experience is available, which includes a guided vineyard tour, tastings of their award-winning wines, and a light lunch featuring cheese, meat, bread, and nibbles. This experience costs £25 per person, with a minimum of two people per booking. Dietary requirements can be accommodated. Please note that availability can vary, and the vineyard’s website may occasionally indicate that tastings are unavailable, so it’s advisable to check ahead or contact the vineyard directly before visiting.
General Access: Entry to the vineyard grounds and on-site shop is free, and visitors are welcome to explore during opening hours.
Accessibility: The vineyard is described as family friendly. For specific guidance regarding children, dogs, or other accessibility needs, it’s best to contact Rodington Vineyard directly.
Tours & Tastings: A Wine Tasting Experience is available, which includes a guided vineyard tour, tastings of their award-winning wines, and a light lunch featuring cheese, meat, bread, and nibbles. This experience costs £25 per person, with a minimum of two people per booking. Dietary requirements can be accommodated. Please note that availability can vary, and the vineyard’s website may occasionally indicate that tastings are unavailable, so it’s advisable to check ahead or contact the vineyard directly before visiting.
General Access: Entry to the vineyard grounds and on-site shop is free, and visitors are welcome to explore during opening hours.
Accessibility: The vineyard is described as family friendly. For specific guidance regarding children, dogs, or other accessibility needs, it’s best to contact Rodington Vineyard directly.
The Wine
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Rodington Vineyard produces a range of wines under the “Blue Tractor Wines” label, including red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines, with particular emphasis on sparkling white and rosé styles. Grape varieties grown include Solaris, Ortega, Rondo, and Seyval Blanc.
The vineyard has its own on-site winery, allowing wines to be produced entirely from locally grown grapes. Rodington Vineyard is recognised as an international award-winning producer, with accolades including an International Silver Medal at the International Wine Challenge and the Welland Valley Trophy for Best Rosé Wine. Past awards include a Silver medal for Solaris Dry 2014 at the International Wine Challenge, as well as Silver and Bronze medals from the Mercian Vineyards Association for Rosé 2013 and Solaris 2013. The vineyard has also received a Best Medium Dry White Wine Trophy.
The vineyard has its own on-site winery, allowing wines to be produced entirely from locally grown grapes. Rodington Vineyard is recognised as an international award-winning producer, with accolades including an International Silver Medal at the International Wine Challenge and the Welland Valley Trophy for Best Rosé Wine. Past awards include a Silver medal for Solaris Dry 2014 at the International Wine Challenge, as well as Silver and Bronze medals from the Mercian Vineyards Association for Rosé 2013 and Solaris 2013. The vineyard has also received a Best Medium Dry White Wine Trophy.
Getting here
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Address: The Avenue, Sugden, Telford, TF6 6ND.
By Car: Rodington Vineyard is easily accessible by car, with clear directions available via its Telford address.
By Public Transport: The nearest mainline station is Shrewsbury. A taxi journey from Shrewsbury typically takes around 17–18 minutes and costs approximately £16–£20. Alternatively, public transport involves a train from Shrewsbury to Wellington, followed by the 103 bus to Rodington, with a total journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
By Car: Rodington Vineyard is easily accessible by car, with clear directions available via its Telford address.
By Public Transport: The nearest mainline station is Shrewsbury. A taxi journey from Shrewsbury typically takes around 17–18 minutes and costs approximately £16–£20. Alternatively, public transport involves a train from Shrewsbury to Wellington, followed by the 103 bus to Rodington, with a total journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
What's nearby
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Other Vineyards:
Wroxeter Roman Vineyard: A nearby vineyard producing white, red, and sparkling wines, located close to the Roman ruins of Viroconium.
Hencote: A Shropshire vineyard offering tours, tastings, an on-site winery, and a restaurant with views across Shrewsbury and the Shropshire Hills.
Notable Restaurants:
Bharat Indian Restaurant: Located in Waters Upton, offering Indian cuisine.
The Queens at Horton: A nearby pub and accommodation option in Telford.
Notable Hotels:
Buckatree Hall Hotel: A countryside hotel near The Wrekin. Buckatree Hall Hotel
Hadley Park House Hotel: A Georgian house hotel on the edge of Telford with an award-winning restaurant. Hadley Park House Hotel
Notable Attractions:
Ironbridge Gorge Museums: A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Ironbridge Gorge Museums
The Wrekin: An iconic Shropshire hill with popular walking routes and expansive countryside views.
Wroxeter Roman Vineyard: A nearby vineyard producing white, red, and sparkling wines, located close to the Roman ruins of Viroconium.
Hencote: A Shropshire vineyard offering tours, tastings, an on-site winery, and a restaurant with views across Shrewsbury and the Shropshire Hills.
Notable Restaurants:
Bharat Indian Restaurant: Located in Waters Upton, offering Indian cuisine.
The Queens at Horton: A nearby pub and accommodation option in Telford.
Notable Hotels:
Buckatree Hall Hotel: A countryside hotel near The Wrekin. Buckatree Hall Hotel
Hadley Park House Hotel: A Georgian house hotel on the edge of Telford with an award-winning restaurant. Hadley Park House Hotel
Notable Attractions:
Ironbridge Gorge Museums: A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Ironbridge Gorge Museums
The Wrekin: An iconic Shropshire hill with popular walking routes and expansive countryside views.
