Study Wine at the Birthplace of English Wine, Hambledon Vineyard Est. 1952
What better setting to begin your wine education journey than at a vineyard? Hambledon Vineyard has been an official Wine and Spirits Education Trust Approved Programme Provider for several years, and is the only vineyard and winery in the UK offering the full study programme.
The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the perfect introduction for anyone looking to learn more about wine in a relaxed, welcoming and hands-on environment. Whether you’re curious, hoping to grow your confidence or looking for a solid foundation in wine knowledge, this course is designed to make the world of wine feel accessible and enjoyable.
£225 per person, including:
• All course materials
• 6 hours of guided study time
• Tasting samples of 9 wines
• Buffet-style lunch
• Exam fees
Please note that any dietary requirements must be shared at the time of booking.
This is a one-day, in-person course held at Hambledon Wine Estate in Hampshire. The day begins at 09:15 and finishes at approximately 17:30.
The course includes a minimum of 6 hours of guided study time with an Approved Programme Provider, and each session is limited to a maximum of 14 students to keep the experience personal and engaging.
At the end of the course, you’ll sit a closed-book exam consisting of 30 multiple choice questions over 45 minutes.
To pass, you’ll need to answer at least 70% of the questions correctly.
No prior knowledge is required for this course, making this an ideal starting point for beginners.
Participation is only available to those over the age of 18. You will need to bring photo ID on the day of the course in order to sit the exam.
If you require additional support or have any accessibility concerns, please contact Hambledon Wine Estate before booking so we can help.
All WSET courses, tours and events are non-refundable.
If you can no longer attend, bookings may be moved once to an alternative date, provided we receive at least two weeks’ notice before the course start date.
Please note that a minimum number of bookings is required for the course to go ahead. If this number is not met, Hambledon Wine Estate reserves the right to withdraw the course. Should this happen, you will be notified two weeks before the course date.
The WSET 1 Specification can be found here.
