Downsview Vineyard

Unwind in an adults-only bell tent amongst the vines, where Downsview's handcrafted wines are best savored under the Sussex stars.

https://www.downsviewvineyard.co.uk

Downsview Vineyard, Hadlow Down Road, Crowborough, TN6 3RG Get directions

Nearest station: Crowborough (1.6 miles).
Approx walking time: 34 minutes.

Public tours

Tasting room

Restaurant or café

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Winery on site

Organic or sustainable

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What's the vibe

Downsview Vineyard offers a friendly, relaxed environment set within an intimate and beautiful Sussex landscape, known for its blend of simplicity and elegance. It provides a peaceful escape, delivering good old-fashioned hospitality amidst the vines.

Visiting information

Open: Downsview Vineyard is open during the spring and summer months. They close for grape harvest and winter, reopening in May.

Hours:
Friday: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday: 2pm – 9pm
Saturday Wine Tasting (pre-booked only): 12pm – 2pm

Pop-in: Visitors are welcome to enjoy wine by the glass or bottle, accompanied by freshly made pizza from their al fresco oven, or charcuterie and local cheese boards. They have a cosy tasting room for colder evenings and an outdoor kitchen for warmer months.Tours & Tastings: Tours and tastings are typically available every weekend, with tastings specifically held every Saturday at 12pm until the end of August 2025. Tours last approximately 60 to 90 minutes, covering vine growing, winemaking, and a tasting of their estate wines. Pre-booking is required for tours and tastings.
Special Events: The vineyard hosts seasonal supper clubs and pop-up events, offering fine dining among the vines, afternoon picnics, and Friday and Saturday pizza and fizz evenings.
Accommodation: Luxury bell tents are available for glamping on-site, providing a unique opportunity to stay amidst the vineyard.
Dogs & Children: Downsview Vineyard is dog friendly. The presence of rescued farm animals on-site may appeal to families.

The Wine

Downsview Vineyard, nestled in the High Weald of Sussex, cultivates six different grape varietals, which are hand-harvested and crafted into a range of still and sparkling wines. Their selection includes still white, sparkling white, still rosé, sparkling rosé, still red, and sparkling red wines, with vegan options available. Key grape varieties grown include Dornfelder, Bacchus, Ortega, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier.

The vineyard boasts a small, off-grid winery on-site where all their wines are produced. Grapes are often crushed directly in the vineyard to ensure freshness and vibrancy in the resulting wines. Downsview Vineyard is committed to sustainable farming practices, employing eco-friendly methods throughout their viticulture and winemaking processes to produce high-quality English wines.

Getting here

Address: Downsview Vineyard, Hadlow Down Road, Crowborough, TN6 3RG.

By Car: The vineyard is accessible by car, located off Hadlow Down Road near Crowborough.

By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Crowborough (approximately 2 miles away) and Jarvis Brook (approximately 2.2 miles away). A taxi ride from either station would take around 5-10 minutes. The Crowborough Cross bus stop is conveniently located closer, about 0.2 miles from the vineyard.

What's nearby

Other Vineyards:
- Busi Jacobsohn Wine Estate
- Bluebell Vineyard Estate
Notable Restaurants:
- The White Hart on the Green, Crowborough.
- The Crow & Gate, Crowborough.
Notable Hotels:
- The Dering Arms, Withyham.
- The Loft, Crowborough.
Notable Attractions:
- Glyndebourne Opera House, Lewes. Renowned for its world-class opera performances and picturesque setting.
- Bluebell Railway, Uckfield. A heritage steam railway offering scenic journeys through the Sussex countryside.