Yotes Court

The owner's love of National Hunt racing means every meticulously crafted wine is 'Best Turned Out' for your enjoyment.

https://www.yotescourt.co.uk

Yotes Court Vineyard, Stan Lane, West Peckham, Kent, ME18 5JT. Get directions

Nearest station: Wateringbury (3.8 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Self-guided tours

Tasting room

Restaurant or café

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Walking trail

Disabled access

Award-winning

Organic or sustainable

Open year-round

While we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.

What's the vibe

Yotes Court Vineyard offers a stylish and modern experience set against the backdrop of the stunning Kent countryside, promising spectacular panoramic views. The atmosphere is designed to be unfussy, inclusive, and fun, reflecting a bold venture with deep roots in tradition and a playful touch, like the pink spotted horse that greets visitors.

Visiting information

Can you pop in?

Yes, you can drop in for Cellar Door sales, tastings, or to enjoy a glass of wine on the Paddock Lawn. Light lunches featuring local charcuterie, cheese, and hummus platters are available.Opening Hours:

The Cellar Door wine shop is open year-round, Monday to Friday from 10 am to 5 pm for wine purchases.

For on-site enjoyment of wine and light lunches, the Cellar Door Wine Barn and Paddock Lawn are open Wednesday to Sunday, 12 pm to 5:30 pm, from March to October. From November to February, guided tasting and light lunch experiences are available on Saturdays.Tours & Experiences:

Yotes Court offers various experiences:

Vineyard Tour & Self-Guided Wine Flight: Available Wednesday to Sunday. This experience is dog-friendly and children under 18 go free.
Vineyard Tour & Guided Wine Tasting: Runs Wednesday to Sunday from March to October, lasting approximately 90 minutes. Booking is required.
Guided Wine Tasting & Light Lunch: Available from March to October, Wednesday to Sunday, and on Saturdays from November to February. Booking is recommended.
Picnics in the Vineyard: Available by booking.

Special Events:

Yotes Court hosts unique events throughout the year, including Garden Tours, the Annual Harvest Experience, a General Knowledge Quiz with unlimited fizz, and Wine & Cheese Pairings. Check their website for new and exciting event listings.
Accommodation:

While there is no accommodation directly on-site, Nut Plat Retreat offers vintage glamping just a five-minute walk from the vineyard.
Dogs & Children:

Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the Cellar Door Wine Barn, on the Paddock Lawn, during vineyard picnics, and on the 11:30 am Morning Vineyard Tour & Wine Flight. However, for the comfort of all guests, dogs are not permitted on garden tours or guided tastings in the Tasting Room, except for assistance dogs.

Children are also welcome in the Cellar Door Wine Barn, on the Paddock Lawn, and for picnics. They can join the 11:30 am Morning Vineyard Tour & Wine Flight free of charge when accompanied by an adult. For guided tastings, guests must be over 18.

The Wine

Yotes Court produces a range of award-winning still and sparkling wines exclusively from grapes grown on their 75-acre vineyard in Kent. The first vintage was in 2020. They focus on single vintage, 100% single varietal wines to truly reflect the unique characteristics of each grape and the vineyard's distinctive geography.

Their current range includes still wines such as Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Bacchus, Pinot Meunier Rosé, and Divico. For sparkling wine, they produce a Pinot Gris using the Traditional Method. The vineyard cultivates seven different grape varieties, providing future scope for a wider array of red, white, and rosé wines.

Yotes Court has received several accolades for its wines. Their first vintage wines earned medals at the 2021 WineGB awards, and their 'Best Turned Out' Pinot Meunier Rosé won the Newcomer Award at the same event. More recently, their 'LiveLoveLaugh' Sparkling Pinot Gris Early Release 2022 secured a Bronze Medal in the Herbal Gardens Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards in 2024.

Sustainability is central to Yotes Court's ethos. The vineyard was one of the first producers to be accredited under the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB) scheme in August 2020 and has achieved the Gold Standard. They embrace regenerative agriculture practices, committed to enhancing the environment through their viticulture and winemaking. All Yotes Court wines are suitable for vegans.

While Yotes Court does not have an on-site winery, they collaborate with Defined Wine, a highly respected and SWGB-accredited winery located near Canterbury. This partnership ensures that their wines are sustainably produced from "ground to grape to glass."

Getting here

Yotes Court Vineyard is located in Mereworth, Kent (ME18 5JT).

By Car
The vineyard offers easy access from the M20 and M26 motorways. When arriving, please ignore the entrance to Yotes Court Manor House on Mereworth Road and follow signs for the vineyard entrance on Stan Lane.

By Public Transport
The nearest train station is Tonbridge. Yotes Court is accessible via a short train journey from London. While specific taxi or walk times are not provided, it is essential to book taxis well in advance for both journeys if you plan to arrive by public transport.

What's nearby

Discover more of what Kent has to offer during your visit to Yotes Court.

Notable Restaurants:
- The Poet at Matfield: A country pub and restaurant renowned for its refined yet informal dining, using high-quality British produce in a charming 16th-century building. The Poet at Matfield
- The Fordwich Arms: Located in Britain's smallest town, this recently refurbished pub and restaurant offers excellent food and wine, with a lovely 1930s bar and a riverside terrace. The Fordwich Arms
Notable Hotels:
- Nut Plat Retreat: For a unique stay, this vintage glamping site is just a five-minute walk from Yotes Court, offering comfort amidst the Kent countryside. Nut Plat Retreat
- Chilston Park Hotel: A luxurious 17th-century, Grade I listed country house hotel set within 77 acres of parkland, offering an award-winning two AA Rosette restaurant. Chilston Park Hotel
Notable Attractions:
- Leeds Castle: Often described as "the loveliest castle in the world," it offers a diverse range of attractions from magnificent interiors to extensive grounds, a maze, and a grotto. Leeds Castle
- Ightham Mote: A National Trust property featuring a stunning medieval moated manor house, gardens, and woodlands. Ightham Mote