Introduced by the Romans almost 2000 years ago, the vine has enjoyed a chequered history in Britain. According to the Domesday Book of 1086, there were nearly 50 vineyards in southern England, however, following Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries in 1536, English vineyards passed into less than enthusiastic ownership and, coupled with the strong growth in French imported wines, wine-growing in this country declined in acreage and importance.
Overlooking the beautiful Surrey countryside, Godstone Vineyards was established in 1985. An initial 6.5 acres were planted after consultations on the correct varieties to plant and methods of trellising that would suit our gently sloping, south-facing site.
The most northern field of the vineyard is known as 'Hop Garden' and hops were grown on the site until quite recently. The whole area is steeped in local history; indeed, under the vineyard there are still many caves and tunnels which run from Godstone to Reigate and were originally used in mining hearthstone. One of the entrances adjoins 'Hop Garden' although more recently the caves were used during World War Two as a bonded liquor store!
Set in fifty acres of glorious farmland on the very edge of the Weald, Godstone Vineyards is a delightful venue for individual visitors, groups, meetings, morning coffee, lunches and afternoon teas.
Peter and June Deeley, their family, and all their staff at Godstone Vineyards, look forward to providing a warm welcome to you, your family and friends, whenever you choose to visit one of Surrey's leading vineyards.
Open daily, serving morning coffee, lunches, afternoon tea and mouth-watering cakes and pastries, the Vineyard Garden Room is the perfect place to start or finish your visit to Godstone Vineyards.
The opportunity to taste our full range of wines before purchasing them is available to all visitors to Godstone Vineyards. In the Wine Shop, which is open throughout the year, there is an enticing selection of ciders, apple juices, jams and greetings cards.
Walk through the vineyards at leisure and see how we grow our vines, the different varieties and trellising systems. Perhaps even select a vine to adopt for your family, friends, or company associates to tend during the growing season. If you are an amateur winemaker you may be interested to know that we allow visitors to "Pick-their-own" grapes during September and October. Please ask at the Wine Shop for more details).
Opening times
for the Vineyard Garden Room,
Wine Shop, Tasting Bar & Vineyard Trail
OPEN DAILY ALL YEAR ROUND
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Monday to Friday |
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1 May – 30 September |
10.30am - 4.30pm |
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1st Oct - 30th April |
11.00am - 4.00pm |
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Saturdays and Sundays |
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1 May – 30 September |
10.00am - 5.30pm |
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1st Oct - 30th April |
10.00am - 4.30pm |
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day
We are situated half a mile north of Junction 6 of the M25, Godstone, Surrey.
Telephone: +44 (0)1883 744590
Fax: +44 (0)1883 743847
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