discover the
birthplace of english sparkling wine
Explore England’s wine heritage with a guided estate and vineyard tour at Hambledon. Established in 1952, Hambledon is a pioneer in English wine, renowned for its dedication to quality.
GUIDED TASTINGS:
What To Expect
Picture this: You arrive at Hambledon Estate at 6:30pm on a beautiful Thursday evening. With a glass of our finest sparkling wine in hand, you join a small, intimate group of fellow wine enthusiasts for an hour to sip, chat, and unwind in our beautiful surroundings.
Every Thursday, a new story unfolds:
- Explore our working vineyards and discover areas not usually open to visitors
- Uncover hidden treasures from our restaurant's wine collection
- Taste the world of premium spirits and port from our Cellar Door Shop
- Discover quiet corners of our estate gardens
Whether you're already part of our Hambledon family or stepping through our gates for the first time, you'll find yourself among friends. Our expert guides create the perfect atmosphere for questions, laughter, and those wonderful conversations that flow as smoothly as our wines.
DINE WITH US AT
The Restaurant
Why not make an evening of it and join us for dinner at The Restaurant?
Experience our exceptional menu curated by our talented team of chefs, where local and seasonal produce is the star of the show, in our relaxed yet refined setting in the heart of our estate.
FAQs
The full experience will run for an hour on select Thursday evenings, from 6:30-7:30pm.
You'll enjoy a curated tasting of three drinks, which will change each event depending on the theme. Typically these could be our own Hambledon sparkling wines, our favourites from our Restaurant wine list or cocktails at the bar, and a showcase of wine, spirits and ports from our Family Wine selection in the Cellar Door Shop.
Not at all. Whether you’re completely new to wine tasting or already have a deep appreciation, our in-house wine educators tailor the experience to be informative and enjoyable for all guests. It’s the perfect introduction to Hambledon.
The tasting event might involve walking on natural vineyard terrain and through our winery and cellars. While much of the route is accessible, there may be uneven or sloped surfaces. We recommend comfortable footwear and ask that you contact us ahead of time if you have any accessibility requirements.
Absolutely. Many guests choose to extend their visit with a meal at our on-site restaurant, which celebrates local produce in refined seasonal dishes. You can add a table for lunch during the tour booking process and choose to dine before or after your experience.