Tickerage Wine At Blackboys Vineyard

This vineyard is open by appointment only. Contact them directly to arrange a visit.

Site states: we are not open for drop in tastings. Visitors for wine collection welcome any day by prior arrangement only, via email. Public visits are via quarterly ticketed Open Days (booked) or bespoke Private Tastings (booked).

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

What's the vibe?

Tickerage Wine at Blackboys Vineyard offers a charming and intimate experience, as a small, family-owned and run vineyard dedicated to handcrafting exceptional English sparkling wines. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting in the East Sussex countryside, allowing for a focused appreciation of their wines.

Visiting Tickerage Wine: Tickerage Wine operates primarily by appointment. They are not open for casual drop-in tastings.

Tours and Tastings: Bespoke tours and private tasting experiences are available and require advance booking. They also host regular quarterly Open Days, providing a chance to explore the winery and taste their range.

Open Year-Round: While tours are by appointment, the vineyard can facilitate wine collection by prior arrangement.

Restaurant/Cafe: There is no on-site restaurant or cafe, but private wine tasting experiences can include cheese and charcuterie boards.

Special Events: Look out for their seasonal Open Days for a relaxed tasting experience.

Accommodation: There is no accommodation directly on the vineyard site.

Dog and Child Policy: Both children and dogs are welcome at Tickerage Wine.

Tasting Details: Open Day tickets are priced from £25 per person and last approximately two hours. Each session includes a guided tour of the custom-built winery followed by a tasting of five wines, paired with cheese, charcuterie and homemade treats. Advance booking is recommended. Private tastings for birthdays, anniversaries and corporate groups are available on weekdays and weekends subject to availability; pricing is on enquiry. See tours and tastings for more information.

Gift Shop: Wines can be purchased on the day of your visit, and the online shop at tickeragewine.co.uk offers free shipping on all orders. Gift e-vouchers are also available.

Private Hire: The winery can be booked exclusively for private events including birthdays, anniversaries and corporate gatherings. A bespoke experience includes a guided winery tour and tasting of five wines with accompanying food. Available weekdays and weekends, subject to availability. Contact the team to discuss options and pricing.

Tickerage Wine specialises in crafting small batches of long lees-aged English sparkling wines using the Traditional Method, from grapes grown on their 5-acre estate. Their portfolio includes a range of sparkling wines such as Classic Cuvée, Blanc de Blancs, and Sparkling Rosé, alongside limited releases of still wines and unique Col Fondo wines. The primary grape varieties cultivated are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Regent, and Rondo.

The vineyard has earned significant recognition for its wines. Their 2009 Sparkling Rosé won Silver at the International Wine Challenge, and their 2010 Classic Cuvée also secured Silver at the same competition in 2016. More recently, in 2020, Tickerage Wine received multiple medals at the Independent English Wine Awards for their 2011 Blanc de Blancs, 2014 Classic Cuvée, 2013 Sparkling Rosé, and 2018 Chardonnay.

Tickerage Wine does not publicly state specific certifications for organic, regenerative, or other sustainability practices.

All wines are produced on-site in their custom-built winery, allowing for complete control over the winemaking process from grape to bottle.

Tickerage Wine at Blackboys Vineyard is located at Tickerage Lane, Blackboys, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5LT.

By Car
The vineyard is situated in the village of Blackboys, which lies midway between the towns of Heathfield and Uckfield, at the intersection of the B2192 and B2102 roads. There is free parking available at the winery for visitors.

By Public Transport
The nearest railway station is Uckfield. From Uckfield station, a taxi journey to Blackboys takes approximately 6 minutes, or a bus can get you there in about 11 minutes. For those inclined, it's also about a 4-mile walk from Uckfield, taking roughly 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

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