Wroxeter Roman Vineyard

Wroxeter Roman Vineyard is where the very soil once yielded wine for Roman centurions, inviting you to savour a taste of ancient history.

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Wroxeter Roman Vineyard, Wroxeter, Shrewsbury SY5 6PQ Get directions

Nearest station: Shrewsbury (6.3 miles).

Public tours

Tasting room

Restaurant or café

Online shop

Winery on site

Disabled access

Award-winning

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What's the vibe

Wroxeter Roman Vineyard offers a unique blend of ancient history and modern winemaking, providing an engaging experience led by passionate hosts. Guests can expect a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, set within well-maintained surroundings enriched by the vineyard's proximity to the historic Roman city.

Visiting information

Bookings: Visits to Wroxeter Roman Vineyard are primarily by pre-booked tours and events only.

Open: The vineyard delights visitors with tours and tastings throughout the year.Facilities: Tours include a delightful wine tasting experience, often accompanied by lunch featuring fresh, tasty meals, and afternoon tea selections may also be available. There is an on-site shop where you can purchase wines after your tour.

Tour Duration: Tours typically last around two hours, encompassing both the guided experience and the wine tasting portion.
Children: The venue welcomes families and larger groups, providing an enjoyable experience for all ages during tours and tastings.

The Wine

Wroxeter Roman Vineyard cultivates 3.4 hectares, producing between 16,000 to 17,000 bottles of wine annually. They grow a variety of Germanic grapes, including Regner, Reichensteiner, Madeleine Angevine, Phoenix, Solaris (white varieties), and Rondo, Regent, and Dornfelder (red varieties). This allows for the production of a wide range of still white, red, and rosé wines. Some of their wine names, like 'Roman Villa' and 'Noble Roman', reflect the nearby Roman ruins, with labels featuring a painting of the imposing basilica wall. The vineyard operates its own winery on site.

While Wroxeter Roman Vineyard produces quality wines, there is no publicly available information regarding specific wine awards.

There are no public records indicating that Wroxeter Roman Vineyard holds certifications for organic, regenerative, or other specific sustainability practices.

Getting here

Wroxeter Roman Vineyard is located at SY5 6PQ.

By Car
The vineyard is situated a few miles east of Shrewsbury, close to the Wroxeter Roman City. From the M54, exit at Junction 7 and follow signs towards Wroxeter Roman City and Vineyard.

By Public Transport
The nearest bus stop is "Roman Town", approximately a 3-minute walk from the Wroxeter Roman City ruins, served by bus lines T1, 96, and 96A. The nearest train station is in Shrewsbury, from which the vineyard is approximately a 15-20 minute taxi ride.

What's nearby

Other Vineyards:
Hencote
Rodington Vineyard
Notable Restaurants:
The Wroxeter Hotel Restaurant: Located very close to the vineyard, offering convenient dining options.
The Checkers: A fine dining restaurant in Montgomery focusing on modern British cuisine.
Notable Hotels:
The Wroxeter Hotel: Situated just a 7-minute walk from the vineyard, offering convenient accommodation and an on-site restaurant.
Riverside Shrewsbury by Greene King Inns: A hotel located within a 10-minute drive of attractions like Wroxeter Roman City.
Notable Attractions:
Wroxeter Roman City (English Heritage): Located immediately next to the vineyard, these excavated ruins of Viroconium are one of England's best-preserved Roman antiquities.
Attingham Park (National Trust): A historic estate with a mansion, deer park, and gardens, located just 1.5 miles from the vineyard.