COUNTRY: DAYS OUT
Hush Heath Estate, Staplehurst
Gusbourne, Appledore
Take a self-guided or expert tour around this beautiful
winery. Meet the experts, take in the fascinating facts
and enjoy the sampling in the 200-seater tasting room.
www.hushheath.com
The Gusbourne Estate dates back to 1410 and the
latest incarnation brings you some of the best in English
sparkling wines. Drop in without a reservation to the
tasting room, enjoy a hosted tour or embark on the
Discovery Tour to experience an extended selection of
wines with a paired lunch.
www.gusbourne.com
Biddenden Vineyards, Biddenden
One of the original commercial vineyards in Kent
producing wines, ciders and juices. Wander the marked
walk or join an open tour, or select a private guided
experience, or even one with the owners themselves,
followed by a tasting of their varied wines and juices.
www.biddendenvineyards.com
Chartham Vineyard, nr Canterbury
Experience an organised tour of this family-run farm
and vineyard, where the emphasis is on quality over
quantity.
www.charthamvineyard.co.uk
Chapel Down, nr Tenterden
Reynolds Retreat, Borough Green
A unique opportunity to get behind the scenes at
this 22-acre vineyard located in the heart of the
countryside. Walk the vineyards and learn about the
traditional methods used before sampling the award-
winning sparkling and still wines in a tutored tasting
experience.
www.chapeldown.com
Beautiful spa and leisure club set against the rolling
backdrop of 17 acres of park and woodlands. Swim
below crystal chandeliers, refresh in the wood-clad
sauna and steam room and relax with a pampering
treatment, before indulging in afternoon tea or lunch
with stunning woodland views.
www.reynoldsgroup.co.uk/retreat
Gusborne, Appledore
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