English Oak Vineyard

Guarded by a 350-year-old English oak, this Dorset vineyard crafts award-winning sparkling wines in a setting named among Europe's most beautiful and its top choice for weddings.

https://www.englishoakvineyard.co.uk

Flowers Drove, Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6BX. Get directions

Nearest station: Hamworthy (4.4 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Tasting room

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Winery on site

Walking trail

Disabled access

Award-winning

Hosts weddings

Organic or sustainable

Open year-round

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What's the vibe

English Oak Vineyard offers a tranquil and picturesque escape in the heart of the Dorset countryside. Consistently praised for its beautiful setting and engaging tours led by the vineyard owners, it provides a charming and welcoming experience.

Visiting information

Booking: Tours and tastings are available by pre-booked appointment and typically last around two hours. Public tours are scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays during the summer season, with private tours available for groups of 10 or more.Opening Hours: The vineyard is open year-round for booked experiences.
Events: English Oak Vineyard is a popular venue for private parties, corporate events, and weddings.
Accessibility: Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join tours, and children are also permitted.

The Wine

English Oak Vineyard specializes in producing exceptional English sparkling wines, primarily from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grapes using the traditional Champagne method. Their range includes both white and rosé sparkling wines, with notable names such as Engelmann Cuvée, Chinkapin, San Gabriel, and Wainscot. These wines have garnered significant recognition, including multiple international accolades. All four of their sparkling wines were awarded Silver Medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2019, and they received an IWSC (International Wine & Spirit Competition) Gold award in 2021.

The vineyard demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. Recognized as the Dorset Environmental Business of the Year in 2019, English Oak implements various sustainable practices. This includes powering their operations with solar panels, using fully electric vehicles for deliveries, sourcing water from an on-site well, and feeding their vines with organic nutrients. They also employ recycle spraying to minimize environmental impact and provide electric vehicle charging points for visitors. Their vineyard is home to beehives, further supporting local biodiversity.

The grapes, once harvested, are transported off-site to a winery where their expert winemakers craft the sparkling wines.

Getting here

Address: Flowers Drove, Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6BX, United Kingdom.

By Car: English Oak Vineyard is located approximately 10 minutes drive north of Poole. It is easily accessible from the A350, with brown tourism signs guiding the way.

By Public Transport: While not the easiest to reach by public transport, bus lines 10 and X8 from Poole stop at Redbats, which is a 10-minute walk from the vineyard. The nearest train station is Poole, a short taxi ride away.

What's nearby

Other Vineyards:
Langham Wine Estate (Dorchester)
Bride Valley Vineyard (Bridport)

Notable Restaurants:
The Chequers Inn (Lytchett Matravers)
Rose & Crown (Lytchett Matravers)

Notable Hotels:
Hotel du Vin Poole (Poole)
Harbour Heights Hotel (Poole)

Notable Attractions:
Kingston Lacy (National Trust, historic house and gardens)
Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door (Iconic natural landmarks on the Jurassic Coast)