Dunesforde Vineyard

Discover how award-winning English wines rise from Yorkshire soil that once witnessed Roman legions, offering a taste of history with every sip.

https://www.dunesforde.com/

Upper Dunsforth, York YO26 9RU. Get directions

Nearest station: Cattal (5.3 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Tasting room

Restaurant or café

Online shop

Walking trail

Disabled access

Award-winning

Open year-round

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What's the vibe

Dunesforde Vineyard offers a charming and tranquil escape in the Vale of York, where guests can enjoy exceptional hospitality and informative tours amidst beautiful views. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, provided by dedicated staff in a serene setting that blends English countryside charm with a touch of Tuscan inspiration.

Visiting Information

Visiting: You can simply drop in for a glass of wine at the Cellar Room Bar and Terrace, or pre-book a tour and tasting experience. Tours run throughout the year, but booking at least four weeks in advance is recommended to secure your preferred dates.Opening Hours: The vineyard's cellar door is open Monday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and during summer hours (from April), Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays.
Food & Drink: A wine bar and terrace are available, offering Dunesforde wines by the glass or bottle, alongside cheese boards and sharing platters.
Special Events: Dunesforde Vineyard regularly hosts special events, including Cheese and Wine Evenings, live music performances, and Food & Wine Fairs. The impressive vineyard building and tasting rooms are also available for private events, such as family celebrations and corporate gatherings.
Accommodation: There is no accommodation on site.
Accessibility & Family:
Dogs: Dogs are welcome throughout the vineyard, though for tours, it's advised to mention them when booking. Water bowls are provided.
Children: Children aged 11 and over are permitted on tours, but those under 18 will not participate in the wine tasting.
Wheelchair Access: The vineyard offers level access to the ground floor, outdoor terrace area, and main entrances, with wheelchair-accessible restrooms on the ground and first floors. Note that the upper floor is only accessible by stairs.

The Wine

Dunesforde Vineyard, established in 2016, cultivates 6,000 to 6,500 vines across four acres in the Vale of York, making it one of the UK's most northerly commercial vineyards. The vineyard focuses on cool-climate grape varieties suitable for its location, including Bacchus, Solaris, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Noir Précoce. From these grapes, Dunesforde produces a range of still white wines, a still red, and both sparkling white and rosé wines. Notable wines include their Still Pinot Gris and the "Queen of the North" Classic Cuvée.

Dunesforde Vineyard has quickly gained recognition for its quality wines, accumulating a significant number of awards since releasing its first wines in 2019.
The Dunesforde Still Pinot Gris 2022 received the prestigious UK's Best Single Varietal White Wine (Tom Day Trophy) at the WineGB Awards 2024, along with a Gold Medal and the 'Best Wine for Midlands and North' award.
The Queen of the North Classic Cuvée 2020 secured a Silver Medal at the WineGB Awards 2025 and a Bronze Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025. The Queen of the North also won the 2022 WineGB Trophy for the Midlands and the North.
Other accolades include a Silver Medal for the Dunesforde Sparkling Pinot Gris 2020 at the International Wine Challenge (IWC) 2024, and Gold and Silver medals for the Blanc de Noir 2018 and Solaris 2020, respectively, at the Independent English Wine Awards (IEWA) 2021.

While the vineyard works in harmony with its local environment to produce high-quality fruit, specific certifications for organic or regenerative viticulture are not mentioned.

Dunesforde Vineyard collaborates with partners, such as Halfpenny Green Wine Estate, for its winemaking processes. The family has future plans to expand production and establish their own on-site winery.

Getting here

Dunesforde Vineyard is located at Howe Field Road, Upper Dunsforth, North Yorkshire, YO26 9RU.

By Car
The vineyard is conveniently situated only six miles from the A1(M) motorway, accessible via quiet country lanes.

By Public Transport
The nearest train stations are in York or Harrogate. From either city, a taxi ride to the vineyard will take approximately 25-35 minutes. [Search result analysis]

What's nearby

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Notable Restaurants

The Yorke Arms (Ramsgill): A renowned Michelin-starred restaurant located in the Yorkshire Dales, known for serving Dunesforde wines. Visit Website
The Crown Hotel (Boroughbridge): A historic hotel with a restaurant serving locally sourced seasonal menus. Visit Website

Notable Hotels

Aldwark Manor Estate (Aldwark): A luxury hotel and spa set within expansive grounds, located near Boroughbridge. Visit Website
The Crown Hotel (Boroughbridge): Offers comfortable, newly refurbished rooms in the heart of Boroughbridge. Visit Website

Notable Attractions

Aldborough Roman Site (Aldborough): Explore the remains of Isurium Brigantum, once a major Roman urban centre, featuring mosaics and a museum. Visit Website
Newby Hall (Skelton-on-Ure): A historic stately home with award-winning gardens and a popular adventure playground for children. Visit Website