Yorkshire Heart Vineyard

When	Days	Hours
Year-round (Tue, Thu)	Tue, Thu	09:30–16:00
Year-round (Wed, Fri, Sat)	Wed, Fri, Sat	09:30–17:00
Easter to October (Sun)	Sun	09:30–16:00

Closed Mondays. Closed Sundays November to Easter. Evening events may run later than standard hours. Confirmed verbatim from the contact-us page, replacing a previous Fri/Sat/Sun-only listing that was inaccurate.

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

What's the vibe?

Yorkshire Heart Vineyard offers a genuine taste of Yorkshire, presenting a welcoming, family-run atmosphere that combines a working vineyard and brewery with a relaxed visitor experience. It's a place where passion for wine and beer-making shines through, inviting guests to explore and enjoy their award-winning produce.

General Access: You can pop into the Winehouse Café and shop without pre-booking, but tours and special events generally require advance booking.Opening Hours:
The Winehouse Café and shop are open:

Tuesday to Saturday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm (Easter to October)

Sunday: Closed (November to Easter)

Tours & Tastings:
Guided vineyard tours, often hosted by the owners, offer a look at the vineyard and winery, typically concluding with a tasting of their wines.

Tours are generally available on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the year.

Various tour options include tasting only, or a tour combined with afternoon tea or a light lunch.

Cellar Door Wine and Beer Tastings are also available for those who wish to try the produce at their own pace.

Dining & Refreshments:
The on-site Winehouse Café serves breakfast, brunch, homemade cakes, charcuterie boards, and "Yorkshire Tapas." Afternoon teas and picnics in the vineyard can also be pre-booked.

Special Events:
Yorkshire Heart hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including:

Monthly Acoustic Music Nights (last Friday of the month).

Monthly Brewery Tour & Tap Nights.

The annual "Hearty Fest."

Accommodation:
For those wishing to extend their stay, the vineyard offers:

Camping and caravan pitches on-site from April to October.

Glamping options are available near the vines, typically in August.

Recently, new holiday cottages have also become available.

Accessibility:
Children are welcome.

Dogs are welcome at the Winehouse Café (a charge of £2.00 per dog applies).

Yorkshire Heart Vineyard cultivates over 22,000 vines across 14 acres, producing a diverse range of fine English wines. Their portfolio includes still red, white, and rosé wines, as well as sparkling wines made using the traditional method. They also produce varietal wines, including an orange wine, and a dessert wine. The entire process, from grape cultivation and handpicking to fermentation, bottling, and labelling, is completed on-site in their own winery by chief winemaker Gillian Spakouskas, ensuring a true "grape to glass" Yorkshire product.

The vineyard has received significant recognition for its wines. At the WineGB Midlands & North members awards, Yorkshire Heart secured seven medals for all seven of their entries. Their Latimer Red, Eleanor Rosé, and Solaris Orange wines each received a bronze medal. Silver medals were awarded to their Sparkling White, Sparkling Red, Latimer White, and the new Solara dessert wine. Furthermore, they were honored with four prestigious trophies, including The Joyce Boulos-Hanna trophy for their Sparkling Red, The Egaltine trophy for best Sparkling White, The Laurel Vines cup for best Orange wine, and the Yorkshire Heart Shield for best Estate grown and bottled Sparkling wine. In 2024, their Latimer White 2023 also won a Silver medal at the Wines of Great Britain Awards.

Address: Pool Lane, Nun Monkton, York, YO26 8EL.

By Car:
The vineyard is located between York and Harrogate. Detailed directions are available on their website.

By Public Transport:
The nearest train station is Hammerton, approximately 3 miles from the vineyard. It is advisable to pre-book a taxi from the station due to the distance.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

Discover more of what Yorkshire has to offer during your visit:

• Other Vineyards:
  • Ryedale Vineyards: Located near Malton, this is one of the most northerly commercial vineyards in the UK, offering tours and tastings of their award-winning wines and ciders.
  • Leventhorpe Vineyard: Yorkshire's longest-established commercial vineyard, located within the Leeds city boundary, producing dry whites, sparkling, and red wines since 1985.
• Notable Restaurants:
  • The Alice Hawthorn: A beautifully refurbished country pub in Nun Monkton, recognised by the Michelin Guide, offering fresh, delicious food in a relaxing setting.
  • The Bay Horse: A traditional, dog-friendly village pub in Green Hammerton, serving home-cooked food and located a short drive from the vineyard.
• Notable Hotels:
  • Aldwark Manor Estate: A luxury hotel set within 200 acres of countryside, featuring a spa, golf course, and multiple dining options.
  • Rudding Park: An award-winning luxury hotel, spa, and golf resort near Harrogate, offering elegant accommodation and extensive facilities.
• Notable Attractions:
  • Beningbrough Hall and Gardens: A National Trust property near York, featuring an 18th-century hall, an extensive art collection, and 8 acres of gardens.
  • RHS Harlow Carr: A beautiful RHS garden near Harrogate, showcasing a variety of garden styles and plant collections, with a café and shop.