Squerryes

Squerryes, the only English estate to win six consecutive gold medals at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships, embodies a 300-year legacy of joy, guided by its motto 'Licet Esse Beatis' (It is permitted to be joyful).

https://www.squerryes.co.uk

Beggars Lane, Westerham, TN16 1QP Get directions

Nearest station: Dunton Green (5.0 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Tasting room

Restaurant or café

Online shop

Winery on site

Walking trail

Disabled access

Award-winning

Hosts weddings

Organic or sustainable

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What's the vibe

Squerryes offers an elegant and sophisticated escape to the Kent countryside, blending continental cool with English charm. It's a beautiful setting where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy the stunning vineyard views, embodying a spirit of joy and celebration.

Visiting information

Tours & Tastings: Vineyard tours and tutored tastings are available, requiring pre-booking. Seasonal tours such as Harvest Tours (September to mid-October) run on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Winter tutored tastings with lunch are offered on Thursdays and Fridays when the vines are dormant.

Dining: Squerryes boasts a two AA Rosette award-winning Winery Restaurant, focusing on seasonal, local, and sustainable produce sourced from the estate and within a 30-mile radius. There's also a Vineyard Café with outdoor seating and a Tasting Bar, both offering a more relaxed setting for drinks and small plates. An Estate Deli & Cellar Door is on-site for purchasing wines and local produce.
Opening Hours: The Winery Restaurant is open year-round for indoor dining, with a terrace available during warmer months. The Estate Deli & Cellar Door is generally open Wednesday to Sunday. Specific hours and availability for tours and dining experiences should be checked on their website.

Accommodation: Squerryes does not offer on-site accommodation, but several hotels are available in the nearby area.

Children & Dogs: Children are welcome at Squerryes, with a children's menu available in the restaurant. However, children under 12 are not permitted on tours. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome on the outdoor Terrace during summer and at the Vineyard Café, but are not allowed on Tours and Tastings or inside the main restaurant (excluding service dogs).

The Wine

Squerryes exclusively produces premium English sparkling wines using the traditional method, crafted from grapes grown solely in their 36-acre vineyard on the chalk escarpment of the North Downs. Their portfolio includes vintage Brut, Rosé, and Blanc de Blancs, made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grape varieties. The unique terroir, with its 150-metre elevation and slightly cooler climate, contributes to wines with balanced sweetness and acidity.

Squerryes wines have garnered numerous accolades. They are the only English wine estate to have won a gold medal for six consecutive vintages in the Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC). Their 2014 Brut in Magnum received a Gold Medal and 'Best in Class' at the 2023 CSWWC. Other notable awards include the 'Best English Sparkling Wine' Trophy in the International Wine Challenge and 'Best in Show' in the 2021 Decanter World Wine Awards for their 2011 Brut, placing it among the top 50 wines globally. Most recently, their Late Disgorged 2013 Brut won Gold at the International Wine Challenge 2024, with their Blanc de Blancs 2015 and Brut 2019 also receiving silver medals.

The estate is committed to sustainable practices across its 2,500 acres, focusing on initiatives around carbon, community, ecology, and terroir to ensure "future joy" for generations. Squerryes has its own winery on-site, where their acclaimed wines are produced.

Getting here

By Car: Squerryes is located at Beggars Lane, Westerham, TN16 1QP. It is easily accessible from the M25, via Junction 5 or 6, with parking available on-site.

By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Sevenoaks and Oxted, both offering direct links to London. Taxis are available from both stations. A taxi from Oxted takes approximately 5 minutes, and from Sevenoaks, around 10 minutes.

What's nearby

Notable Restaurants:
- The Old Bank: Voted a top restaurant by Muddy Kent, offering a highly-regarded dining experience.
- The White Hart: A characterful country pub and restaurant in Westerham, serving great pub food in a welcoming setting.
Notable Hotels:
- The George & Dragon: A 16th-century coaching inn in the heart of Westerham, blending historic charm with modern comfort.
- The Kings Arms Hotel: An elegant Georgian coaching inn in Westerham offering comfortable rooms and a welcoming atmosphere.
Notable Attractions:
- Chartwell: The former family home of Winston Churchill, offering insights into his life and beautiful gardens to explore.
- Hever Castle: The childhood home of Anne Boleyn, featuring a historic castle, award-winning gardens, and a maze.