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Sixteen Ridges

Uncork a bottle on the hillside where England's last saint demanded vines be replanted in the 13th century.

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Address icon Redbank, Ledbury, HR8 2JL Get directions

Train icon Nearest station: Ledbury (1.9 miles).
Approx walking time: 43 minutes.


Public tours
Private tours
Tasting room
Online shop
Winery on site
Award-winning

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What's the vibe

Nestled amidst the picturesque rolling hills of Herefordshire, Sixteen Ridges offers a serene vineyard experience focused on crafting multi-award-winning English wines. Expect a blend of traditional viticulture in a naturally sheltered setting with a forward-thinking, innovative winemaking approach.

Visiting information

Booking: Visits to Sixteen Ridges are by prior appointment only. Tours can be arranged for interested groups of 10 to 40 people, and smaller groups or individuals are also welcome to visit by making an appointment in advance.Opening Hours: The vineyard is open Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm, strictly by appointment.Facilities: There is no on-site restaurant or casual drop-in shop. [Search from previous step - 12]
Events & Accommodation: While the vineyard has hosted occasional open days in the past, regular public events or on-site accommodation are not a standard offering. [Search from previous step - 12]

The Wine

Sixteen Ridges produces a diverse portfolio of English wines, including Red, White, Rosé, and Sparkling varieties. Key grape varieties cultivated include Pinot Noir, Seyval Blanc, and Bacchus. [16, Search from previous step - 2] Their innovative spirit extends to exploring lesser-known varieties like Madeleine Muscaris and producing unique styles such as a Lower Alcohol Chardonnay and a Beaujolais-style Néos Pinot Noir. [Search from previous step - 6]

The vineyard is renowned for its multi-award-winning wines. Recent accolades include awards for their Bacchus 2022 and Pinot Noir Précoce 2021. [Search from previous step - 6] Their Pinot Noir Early also received a Bronze Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2015, with the vineyard continuing to produce award-winning wines into 2024. [Search from previous step - 2, Search from previous step - 21]

Sixteen Ridges is committed to a philosophy of "minimal intervention" in the winery, allowing the fruit to express its natural character. [Search from previous step - 14] They operate their own state-of-the-art winery at Redbank in Ledbury, where all their wines are produced.

Getting here

By Car: The vineyard is located at Sixteen Ridges Winery, Redbank, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2JL.

By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Ledbury Station. A taxi from Ledbury town centre to Ledbury Station takes approximately 2 minutes. For onward travel to the vineyard, a taxi from the station is advisable.

What's nearby

  • Notable Restaurants:
    • 33 The Homend – A small, family-run restaurant in Ledbury specializing in seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients.
    • The Trumpet Inn – A family-run country pub and restaurant in Ledbury known for its homemade, locally sourced food and traditional real ales.
  • Notable Hotels:
    • The Talbot – A historic 16th-century pub and hotel in Ledbury with comfortable rooms and a charming character.
    • The Feathers Hotel – A distinctive Tudor-era coaching inn located on Ledbury's High Street, offering traditional hospitality.
  • Notable Attractions:
    • Eastnor Castle – A magnificent Georgian castle near Ledbury, set within a deer park and arboretum, offering activities for all ages.
    • Hellens Manor – A historic Tudor/Jacobean manor house known for its beautiful gardens and cultural events.
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