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Off The Line
A place where the historic Cuckoo Trail winds alongside the vines, inviting you to listen for its namesake bird whilst raising a glass.
https://offthelinevineyard.co.uk/
Off The Line Vineyard, North Street, Hellingly, East Sussex BN27 4EA
Get directions
Nearest station: Polegate (6.3 miles).
Public tours
Private tours
Tasting room
Dog friendly
Online shop
Winery on site
Walking trail
Disabled access
Award-winning
Organic or sustainableWhile we update listings frequently, we suggest confirming important details with the vineyard to avoid any surprises.
What's the vibe
Off The Line Vineyard offers a stylish and modern experience set within a beautiful, biodiverse landscape in the Sussex Weald, uniquely positioned alongside the historic Cuckoo Trail.Visiting information
Opening Hours: The Cellar Door and 'Off The Vine' English Wine Bar are open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 5 pm.Tours & Tastings: Guided tours and tastings are held at 12 pm and 3 pm every Saturday and Sunday, running from May until September. Pre-booking is required and can be done online or by contacting the vineyard directly. During the week, visits can often be accommodated by prior arrangement.Cellar Door: You can pop into the 'Off The Vine' English Wine Bar at the Cellar Door to enjoy Off The Line's wines, as well as a selection of local English wines, by the glass or bottle. Local beers and soft drinks are also available.
Food: Cheese and Charcuterie Boards are offered on weekends and can be arranged for special requests.
Accessibility: The vineyard offers disabled access.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome at the vineyard.
The Wine
Off The Line Vineyard primarily focuses on producing premium still rosé wines, with a portfolio that also includes sparkling rosé. They cultivate red grape varieties including Regent, Pinot Noir, Rondo, and Dornfelder. Recent plantings have also introduced Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. Their wines are acclaimed as "award winning" original English rosé wines, both still and sparkling. Their award-winning portfolio includes Hip Rosé, Dancing Dog, Dog Rosé, and the sparkling Charmat.Sustainability is a core principle at Off The Line Vineyard. The vineyard is dedicated to maintaining and improving soil health, conserving the environment, and promoting biodiversity. All vine prunings are mulched annually to return nutrients to the soil, and they specifically grow disease-resistant grapevine varieties to significantly reduce the need for pesticides. They aim to follow organic practices wherever possible, minimising intervention. The vineyard's 13-hectare site includes species-rich pasture, ponds, and natural woodland, contributing to its rich biodiversity.
The vineyard boasts a purpose-built, modern cedar-clad winery, constructed with a high priority on sustainability. Grapes are pressed on-site, and the winery employs a state-of-the-art waste water treatment plant to handle effluent responsibly. After pressing, grape skins and stems are composted on the vineyard, and no animal products are used in their winemaking, making their wines suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Getting here
By Car: Ample parking is available on-site, accessed via North Street.By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Polegate and Berwick. A taxi from Polegate station takes approximately 17 minutes. The vineyard is also directly accessible from the Cuckoo Trail, a popular route for walkers and cyclists.
