Wildwood Vineyard

When	Days	Hours
May-September	Sat, Sun, BH	10:00–16:00

Reconfirmed word-for-word on the opening-times page: We are open 10-5 most weekends and some Bank Holidays from May to September, cellar door walk-in sales/glass-of-wine, no booking needed for that -- please phone/check socials before visiting to confirm. Some specific dates in the published 2026 calendar are marked CLOSED (e.g. 25-26 July). Tours & Tastings are a separate bookable product.

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

What's the vibe?

Wildwood Vineyard offers a charming and personal escape, providing a rustic countryside experience that feels like a true discovery. It’s a family-owned, boutique English vineyard with beautiful woodland to explore, perfect for those seeking to slow down and recharge.

Dogs welcome Bring your dog along for the day. They're welcome to join you while you explore the vineyard. Children Children are welcome at Wildwood Vineyard. It's a family-friendly space where younger visitors can enjoy the grounds alongside the wine experience. Picnics Feel free to bring a picnic and eat on the vineyard or in the woods during opening hours. We have wine available by the glass or bottle if you'd like to pair it with your own food. Gift shop Browse our gift shop to take home a bottle or two, or find the perfect present for the wine lover in your life. Private hire Private Tour & Tasting Experiences are available, subject to minimum numbers and vineyard availability. Get in touch directly with the vineyard to arrange yours. Seasonal opening We're open May to September only. The vineyard opens on 16 May 2026 and closes for winter. Check our opening hours and days before you visit.

Wildwood Vineyard is a multi-award-winning, family-owned boutique vineyard producing premium quality English still and sparkling wines. They cultivate Bacchus, Pinot Noir, and Regent grapes. Their still wine range includes the aromatic Bishop Odo Bacchus white, the mouth-watering Eagle Ridge and Saxonbury Pinot Noir rosés, and the light-bodied Thieving Badger Regent red. For sparkling wine enthusiasts, they produce traditional method Blanc de Noirs and Rosé de Noirs fizz, alongside a unique Pink Vermouth.

The wines have received significant acclaim, demonstrating their quality across various competitions. Wildwood Vineyard notably received a Gold award at the PIWI Wine Award International in 2022. They have also garnered multiple Silver medals, including at the WineGB Awards in both 2022 and 2023, the IEWA in 2020 and 2021, a Silver Medal in the Gastronomic Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2024 for their Blanc de Noirs 2021, and a Silver at the London Wine Competition 2024 for their Pinot Noir 2023.

Wildwood Vineyard is off-grid and employs a wide range of sustainable practices in their viticulture. Their wines are crafted under contract by Defined Wine of Canterbury, a founding member of the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain initiative.

By Car
When driving, do NOT use the postcode as it may lead you astray. Instead, use Google Maps with "Wildwood Vineyard" as your destination. Park in the public layby off the A26, marked by a large blue P, then follow the bridle path for approximately 400m to the vineyard.

By Public Transport

• Bus: The vineyard is a 3-minute walk from bus stops served by the 228/229 and 28/29 bus services from/to Tunbridge Wells (request the stop for The Forstal). From the bus stop, walk into the layby on the A26 Eridge Road and then down the bridle path.
• Train: Eridge Train Station is a short 13-minute walk away. Eridge is a 56-minute train ride by Southern Trains from London Bridge.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

• Other Vineyards
  • Birchden Vineyards (1.2 miles)
  • Busi Jacobsohn Wine Estate (1.46 miles)
• Notable Restaurants
  • Thackeray's - A Michelin Recommended restaurant offering modern European cuisine in a historic 17th-century building.
  • The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells - An elegant and stylish dining spot serving British and contemporary classics.
• Notable Hotels
  • Alexander House And Utopia Spa - A luxurious 5-star hotel with a spa, located near Royal Tunbridge Wells.
  • Hotel du Vin Tunbridge Wells - An elegant boutique hotel in a Grade II listed sandstone mansion, close to the town centre.
• Notable Attractions
  • Spa Valley Railway - A heritage railway offering steam and heritage diesel train rides through the scenic High Weald, with special events and dining experiences.
  • High Rocks - A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest featuring magnificent sandstone rocks and woodland walks, also accessible by the Spa Valley Railway.