Westwell

When	Days	Hours
Year-round	Fri	12:00–21:00
Year-round	Sat	11:00–17:00
Year-round	Sun	12:00–16:00

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

What's the vibe?

Nestled on a chalk escarpment overlooking the Kentish Weald, Westwell Wine Estates offers a welcoming and intimate experience, focused on showcasing exceptional English wines. Reviewers frequently praise the beautiful setting and the relaxed atmosphere.

Booking your visit We recommend booking in advance to ensure we can welcome you properly. Tours take approximately two hours. What to expect Our vineyard tours include a walk through the vines and a tasting of our wines. You'll get an insight into how we grow and produce our wine here at Westwell. Bring the family Children are welcome at Westwell. We also welcome well-behaved dogs, so feel free to bring your four-legged friends along. Picnicking at Westwell You're welcome to enjoy a picnic in the vineyard. We offer a 'Picnics at Westwell' hamper with locally sourced cheese, meats, and baked goods if you'd prefer not to bring your own. Shopping Our gift shop stocks our wines and other carefully selected items. Parking Free on-site parking is available for all visitors. Private hire and events We offer a range of options for groups and private events. Our tasting room is available for half-day hire (£400) or full-day hire (£600). We also have outdoor space by our shepherd's hut or amongst the vines available for £500 per day. For larger groups, our day delegate package costs £68 per person plus a £150 flat fee and includes a vineyard tour, tasting, seasonal lunch, and exclusive use of the tasting room (minimum 10 guests, 6 hours).

Westwell Wine Estates produces a diverse range of still and sparkling English wines, crafted entirely from grapes grown on their estate. Their portfolio includes traditional method sparkling wines such as Classic Cuvee, Pelegrim, and Special Cuvee, alongside still wines like Ortega, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir Rosé, and Pinot Meunier. They also experiment with less traditional styles, including Pet Nat and skin-contact wines, and were the first English vineyard to create an amphora-aged wine and successfully keg wine.

Westwell wines have received significant acclaim, winning numerous awards. Among their notable achievements, the Westwell Classic Cuvee 2018 secured a Platinum award at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2023. They also earned multiple Gold medals at both the IEWA 2023 and WineGB Awards 2023 for wines including Westwell Pelegrim NV, Ortega 2022, Special Cuvee 2018, Pinot Meunier 2022, and Chardonnay 2022.

The vineyard is committed to sustainable viticulture practices, working with the natural environment to encourage biodiversity and healthy soils. They are actively working towards organic certification and do not use herbicides in the vineyard, striving to minimise chemical use and promote a balanced ecosystem. All wines are produced on-site in their own winery, allowing for complete control over the winemaking process from grape to glass.

By Car: The vineyard is conveniently located approximately 10 minutes from Junction 9 of the M20. When using a satnav, search for 'Westwell Wine Estate'.

By Public Transport: Walking from the nearest train station is an option - Charing is about a mile from the vineyard. Alternatively, Ashford International Station, served by high-speed trains from London St Pancras, is about a 15-minute taxi ride away.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

• Notable Restaurants:
  
  
  • The Pig at Bridge Place: A popular hotel and restaurant offering a '25-mile menu' focusing on local Kentish produce, located near Canterbury.
  • Curious Brewery: An award-winning brewery in Ashford with a taproom and restaurant serving local food, offering tours and tastings.
• Notable Hotels:
  
  
  • Boys Hall: A beautifully restored 17th-century Jacobean manor house in Ashford offering a restaurant and boutique accommodation.
  • Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa: A grand country house hotel and spa set in 62 acres of gardens near Ashford.
• Notable Attractions:
  
  
  • Leeds Castle: Known as the "loveliest castle in the world," offering a rich history, beautiful gardens, and attractions.
  • Godinton House & Gardens: A historic house and 12-acre gardens located just outside Ashford, featuring beautiful planting and a unique yew hedge.