KENTSTAYCATION
COMPETITION TIME !
WIN A TWO-NIGHT STAY
AT THE GRAPE ESCAPE AND A PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR FOR TWO AT BIDDENDEN VINEYARDS .
Kent ’ s original vineyard , Biddenden has been owned and managed by the Barnes family since 1969 . Today , the vineyard is run by the second and third generations of the family , drawing on many years of experience in winemaking at Biddenden .
Join us this summer and explore our wines and vines with a weekend to remember !
Offering a rural escape from everyday life , The Grape Escape is a romantic couples ’ getaway with a wood-fired hot tub offering spectacular countryside views . Situated in the heart of Biddenden Vineyard , it overlooks the vines in a peaceful location in Kent ’ s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty .
When not exploring the many footpaths that cross the rolling countryside beyond the vineyard , guests can head into nearby Tenterden and browse the wide range of independent shops or enjoy a delicious meal . For those keen to sample the delights of English wines , there are also several other vineyards nearby making this a perfect base to explore both those and other delightful attractions . With the Kent and East Sussex coastline just a short drive away , there is plenty to do and see in this spectacular pocket of South East England .
This charming cottage has everything you need for an idyllic weekend away with a cosy lounge / diner complete with comfy sofa and Smart TV ; the ground floor is completed with a compact , fully equipped kitchen , shower room and WC , and the mezzanine bedroom is accessed via a ladder from the lounge / diner up into a comfortable sleeping area with a king-size bed .
Heading outside , steps lead up to a secluded garden with a wood-fired hot tub , patio table and chairs , charcoal BBQ and two sun loungers . Relax after a busy day and enjoy watching the sunset over the vineyard with a glass of Ortega .
To complete your stay , enjoy your own private guided tour of our vineyard and winery and discover more about our family vineyard history and passion for producing quality English still and sparkling wines . Your tour will begin with a walk amongst some of the oldest vines in the country , where your friendly and informative guide will talk you through our grape varieties and the steps we take here at Biddenden to maintain our vines .
You will then be shown around our winery and given an insight into our winemaking techniques , which have been passed down through three family generations . You ’ ll also learn about the equipment we use in the winemaking process to produce our range of award-winning still and sparkling wines , and ensure the excellent quality of our products .
Upon finishing the tour , we will have a reserved area ready for you where you will have a tutored tasting of three specially selected wines and one additional wine of your choice .
All you need to do to enter is visit www . insidekentmagazine . co . uk / win Closing date for entries is midnight 30 June 2024 . T & Cs apply *
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