5 of the best vineyards to visit in West Sussex

Sussex remains the hotspot for English wine production hosting dozens of vineyards and accounting for a quarter of the total wine produced in England.

And with English Wine Week starting next week (June 19) we put the spotlight on five of the best to visit in the heart of West Sussex.

Altogether, England is home to almost 200 wineries and 900 vineyards covering 3,600 hectares.

In recent years, wine tourism has been on the rise. Sussex produces more wine than any other county in the UK and has become a popular destination for those looking to explore the world of wine.

Rebecca Dancer, owner of Kinsbrook Vineyard at Thakeham, said “A lot of our visitors are from outside town, people looking for a country escape from London in particular flock to the region.”

5. The Bolney Estate

The Bolney Estate at Bolney has been producing wine since 1972. The sandstone soils are some of the best in the country for growing vines and they are known for their Bolney bubbly, cuvee rose and pinot noir. People can visit Bolney Estate all year round. They offer tours followed by a tutored tasting. There is an on-site shop, café, bar and large restaurant with views of the vines. Photo: Contributed

5 of the best vineyards to visit in West Sussex

Sussex remains the hotspot for English wine production hosting dozens of vineyards and accounting for a quarter of the total wine produced in England.

5. The Bolney Estate

Sign up to our Cost Of Living newsletter

Thank you for signing up!