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English Wine Week is here- and for us, it’s a better opportunity than ever to enjoy English wines throughout what promises to be a beautifully sunny week in the South Downs. Of course, not everybody is lucky enough to have...

At Hambledon, choosing a Father’s Day present can be as relaxed or as celebratory as you like. You might be joining us at the estate for the weekend, browsing the Cellar Door Shop, dropping into The Courtyard for lunch, or sending a bottle of personalised English sparkling wine as a special surprise. 

Once again, we approach a Bank Holiday Weekend, and for those of us lucky enough to enjoy an extra day of rest, it’s an opportunity to make the most of those extra sun-drenched hours to ourselves. Whether you’re spending it...

Sunday the 28th of June is set to be one of the hottest dates of the summer at Hambledon Wine Estate, as Vineyards of Hampshire Fizz Fest returns for its 12th year running! For one day only, Hampshire’s leading vineyards...

Easter has come early this year and with it, the opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends- whether you’re taking a few much-needed days away, enjoying time at home, in the country, by the sea, or in bustling cities. However...

The views over the vineyard and down to the village are exceptional at this time of year from the top of the viewing mound. Lots of little chimneys smoking away and the crystalline silence of the early morning are things...

Whether you’re spending the day celebrating with multiple generations, with a mother figure, raising a glass in memory of someone loved, or with your children, the best Mother’s Day gift is usually the simplest one: time spent together.  A long...

Tours and Tastings at Hambledon Wine Estate For more than a decade, Hambledon Wine Estate has welcomed guests to its vineyard tours, thoughtfully shaping a range of experiences to suit every taste - whether you’re a true wine connoisseur or...

Spending a Winter Sunday at Hambledon Wine Estate There’s something special about winter Sundays: the cosy morning coffee with bright winter sun spilling through the windows; pulling on thick socks and wellies before heading out into frosty fields; the slow,...

Building the Perfect Valentine’s Day Hamper Valentine’s Day has a charming way of appearing before we know it, bringing with it a gentle reminder to pause and celebrate the people we love. While it’s easy to focus on the glitter-coated...

Winter in the gardens is full of frosty days- it’s a quieter period of reset for nature and humans alike- which means there is time for catching up on those chores we often don’t get time for in summer. I...

Breakfast in bed on Valentine's Day. A bit of a thing, isn't it? Trouble is, most people just do toast and jam. Maybe some orange juice if they're feeling fancy. But chuck in proper sparkling wine and suddenly you've got...

Valentine's Day. Most people grab Champagne without really thinking about it. Safe choice, isn't it? Expected. But what if you got something just as good but a bit more interesting? Something that shows you've actually thought about it instead of...

Serving English sparkling wine should be a pleasure, not a puzzle. Yet we see it happen time and again: bottles opened with a dramatic pop that wastes precious bubbles, wines served straight from the fridge at temperatures far too cold...

We've been making English sparkling wine here in Hampshire for over 70 years now. In that time, one thing has become crystal clear: the right food pairing can take a good wine and turn it into something really special. Planning...

Choosing sparkling wine for a celebration can feel a bit overwhelming. English sparkling wine, Prosecco, Cava, they all have their fans, but they're actually quite different in how they're made, how they taste, and when they work best. The big...

There’s something about that week between Christmas and New Year that calls for getting out of the house together. The pace of things has calmed down a bit, everyone’s in a good mood, no one is totally sure what day...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year- we love Christmas at Hambledon Wine Estate. It’s a chance to gather with friends and family, step away from everyday routines, and indulge in delicious food and wine. Yet amid full social...

Q: December is here, and many of us are still searching for the perfect gifts. Where should we start? Assuming you’ve done the main bulk of the shopping, many will be looking to finish the task with some small stocking...

This festive season, Hambledon Wine Estate is proud to partner with Virgin Atlantic as the official sparkling wine provider during their residency at SKATE at Somerset House, the iconic winter experience. Virgin Atlantic will be recreating its award-winning Clubhouse lounge...

"The gentle decline of the Autumn garden is reflected in our rolling Vineyards here on the Estate. Fields of golden leafed vines boast one of Hambledon's most romantic seasons, and the entire estate is now a rich tapestry of rustic...