Wraxall Vineyard

When	Days	Hours
Year-round (Thu, Fri, Sat)	Thu, Fri, Sat	10:00–22:00
Year-round (Wed, Sun)	Wed, Sun	10:00–18:00

Thursday, Friday and Saturday close at 22:00 (Thursday is Steak Night); Wednesday and Sunday close at 18:00. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

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

What's the vibe?

Wraxall Vineyard offers a tranquil and scenic escape, inviting visitors to experience its rustic charm and refined atmosphere amidst spectacular views of the Somerset countryside. It's a place where rural tranquility meets contemporary sophistication, providing a relaxed and informal setting for enjoying English wines.

Tours & Tastings: Vineyard Tours and Guided Wine Tastings are available. Both require advance booking. For a more casual experience, self-guided tastings are available without pre-booking.

Dining: The View@Wraxall offers lunch, light bites, and sharing boards featuring locally sourced Somerset produce. They also host special culinary events such as Thursday steak nights and Friday pizza nights. For private gatherings, The Nook provides an intimate, covered outdoor dining experience for groups.

Special Events: Wraxall Vineyard frequently hosts a variety of events "On the Vines," including live music, food trucks during their monthly Session Sunday in summer, and various talks and workshops. The venue is also available for bespoke celebrations and private events.

Private Hire: The View@Wraxall is available for exclusive hire and can accommodate drinks receptions for up to 60 guests, making it a versatile space for celebrations and corporate gatherings.

Accommodation: The vineyard offers on-site accommodation in three beautifully appointed cottages: Vine Cottage (sleeping up to 8), and two Old Winery Cottages (sleeping 2 and 4 respectively). Additionally, shepherd's huts are set to launch in late summer 2025, offering a glamping experience. A minimum two-night stay typically applies to the cottages.

Dogs & Children: Well-behaved dogs are welcome at the vineyard, though they must be kept on a lead. The cottages are generally child-friendly, with Old Winery Cottage No. 1 suitable for babies in arms, and the larger Vine Cottage accommodating families.

Wraxall Vineyard produces a range of acclaimed English wines, including both still and sparkling varieties. Their portfolio features vibrant still wines such as Bacchus and a Bacchus Reserve, as well as an Early Pinot Noir Rosé. They also craft traditional method sparkling wines, including a sparkling white and a recently launched Sparkling Rosé. Key grape varietals grown on the estate include Pinot Noir, Pinot Précoce, Bacchus, Seyval Blanc, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay.

Wraxall wines have garnered significant recognition. Their Bacchus Reserve won “Best Bacchus in England & Wales” and “Best Still Bacchus” at the prestigious WineGB Awards in 2024. This wine was also awarded a Gold medal at the 2024 WineGB Awards and named “UK’s Best Bacchus” and “Best Still Wine from a Southwest Vineyard.” The Wraxall Rosé also received a Silver medal at the 2023 WineGB Awards and was featured in the Top 100 UK Wines.

The vineyard is committed to sustainability, integrating practices such as planting cover crops to enhance biodiversity and soil health, which reduces the need for synthetic fertilisers. While the vineyard cultivates its own grapes, the winemaking process is handled by Ben Smith at Itasca Wines, a contract winery known for its focus on quality and sustainability.

By Car: Wraxall Vineyard is located off the A37, south of Shepton Mallet. On-site parking is available.

By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Castle Cary, approximately a 10-minute drive away, and Bruton, about a 15-minute drive. It is advisable to pre-book a taxi for transfers from the station to the vineyard.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

Somerset's dynamic landscape offers a blend of rural charm and sophisticated attractions near Wraxall Vineyard.

Notable Restaurants:

• Osip, Bruton: A Michelin-starred, farm-to-table restaurant renowned for its hyper-seasonal British tasting menus, with most ingredients sourced from their own farm or local suppliers.
• Da Costa at Hauser & Wirth Somerset, Bruton: This Italian restaurant, located within the renowned art gallery, offers seasonal Italian fare with an emphasis on local produce.

Notable Hotels:

• The Newt in Somerset, Castle Cary: A luxurious country estate featuring magnificent gardens, woodland, and a spa hotel, offering a refined escape amidst nature.
• Number One Bruton, Bruton: An elegant boutique hotel set across a Georgian townhouse, medieval forge, and cottages, celebrating Somerset's craft heritage and art.

Notable Attractions:

• Hauser & Wirth Somerset, Bruton: A world-class contemporary art gallery and multi-purpose arts centre housed in a former farmstead, featuring exhibitions, events, and a landscaped garden.
• The Newt in Somerset, Castle Cary: Beyond its hotel, this extensive estate boasts stunning gardens, woodlands, and a recreated Roman villa experience, with various workshops and activities.