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Bluebell Vineyard Estates
Set amidst bluebell-strewn woods from which the vineyard derives its name, Bluebell Vineyard Estate is an award-winning vineyard and winery on the edge of the Ashdown Forest in the heart of Sussex.
Since establishment in 2005, Bluebell has been driven by a passion to produce award-winning wines that can rival the best in the world, and they work meticulously from the ‘grape to glass ‘to achieve this.
The estate stretches across East and West Sussex, making up nearly 100 acres under vine. Bluebell grows 10 grape varieties producing both still wines under their celebrated ‘Ashdown’ range and traditional method production sparkling wines known as ‘Hindleap’
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Bluebell Vineyard Estate is a perfect destination for wine enthusiasts and visitors to Sussex. A visit to the vineyard provides an opportunity to learn about the winemaking process whilst enjoying a stroll through the estate and taking in the breathtaking landscape.
Extensive estate tours or wine and cheese pairings are pre bookable available through the website, and conducted by the friendly knowledgeable team. See for yourself the unique environmental factors that make our vineyard so special. Take one of three self-guided trails and enjoy views of the vines, woodlands, and ponds, and in the Spring, you can walk among the carpets of bluebells set within the woodlands.
Visiting Bluebell Estate
Bluebell Vineyard Estate is a perfect destination for wine enthusiasts and visitors to Sussex. A visit to the vineyard provides an opportunity to learn about the winemaking process whilst enjoying a stroll through the estate and taking in the breathtaking landscape.
Extensive estate tours or wine and cheese pairings are pre bookable available through the website, and conducted by the friendly knowledgeable team. See for yourself the unique environmental factors that make the vineyard so special. Take one of three self-guided trails and enjoy views of the vines, woodlands, and ponds. In the Spring, you can walk among the carpets of bluebells set within the woodlands.
Bluebell Vineyard is open seven days a week 10am to 4pm for offer drop in tastings as well as bookable tours and tastings experiences.
While you’re in the area
- The Sloop Inn
- Coach and Horses Danehill
- Bluebell Railway
- Sheffield Park
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