The only thing better than a vineyard tour is bringing your dog along for the ride. Across England and Wales, plenty of estates welcome four-legged companions on leads, with bowls of water, shady corners and vineyard trails that double as great dog walks. These are some of the best spots where a day out with wine can also be a day out with your dog.
Dogs are welcome at Wiston Estate on public footpaths and at outside tables of Chalk restaurant, and are permitted on the Vineyard Explorer Tour & Lunch. However, dogs are not allowed on winery tours or indoors at Chalk restaurant.
Albury Organic Vineyard welcomes well-behaved dogs on leads in all outdoor areas, including vineyard tours, the self-guided vineyard tour, and the patio where wine tastings are held. Dogs are also permitted in the tasting room.
Bring your pooch along for an amble around the vineyards before tasting something different from a lot of English offerings. This will just be a bigger description to see if we can reduce it. Surrey is an ideal place for dog owners. Miles of footpaths wind through the Downs and woodland, while plenty of cafés and pubs - and even a few vineyards - are happy to see pups on leads. Water bowls, treats, and plenty of attention from staff are often part of the friendly package.
At Denbies Wine Estate, your dog can tag along on the seven-mile vineyard trail, winding through England’s largest single estate vineyard (265 acres under vine). You can even book a stay with your dog - request one of their ground-floor “pooch‑friendly” rooms and you’ll find towels, treats and a comfy dog bed waiting.
Then there’s Albury Organic Vineyard, tucked in the Surrey Hills. Dogs on leads are welcome to roam around the wildlife walk with you, and while you sip something organic why not treat your four-legged friend to something from the dog-menu. It’s low-key and relaxed; exactly the kind of place that fits both human and hound with ease."
West Sussex
Kinsbrook Vineyard welcomes dogs in their restaurant/eatery and around the vineyard for walks. However, dogs are not permitted inside the farm shop.
West Sussex
Tinwood Estate welcomes well-behaved dogs throughout the estate, including their lodges, provided they are kept on a lead at all times. Dogs are also permitted on vineyard tours and in the tasting areas.
West Yorkshire
Sheveling Wine Estate at Holmfirth Vineyard is dog-friendly, welcoming dogs in their accommodation.
Kent
Dogs are welcome at The Vyneyarde, Westwell Wine Estates Ltd, provided they are kept on a lead. They are permitted in the vineyard areas and for specific events like the Local Produce Market and guided walks, but are not allowed inside the winery.
Devon
Dogs on leads are welcomed at Sandridge Barton for tours, including the Vineyard Safari which covers both the vineyard and winery, as well as tastings. Visitors are reminded to keep dogs well-behaved and on a lead, especially due to the presence of livestock on the working farm.
East Sussex
Crafted using traditional methods, Tickerage Wine's small-batch English sparkling wines are aged on their lees for a minimum of five years, significantly exceeding UK guidelines.
West Northamptonshire
Visit this unique Northamptonshire vineyard to sample English sparkling wines acclaimed with the Dudley Quirk Trophy for Best Sparkling Blend 2021 from WineGB, nurtured by the distinctive ironstone-rich spoil from the historic Blisworth Tunnel.
Devon
Explore a vineyard born from a spirited conversation among village friends in a pub, a testament to shared passion and community spirit.
Devon
A unique barn where a beloved 1903 traction engine adds a charming, historical twist to every vineyard celebration.
