Meet the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills
Welcome to Vineyards of the Surrey Hills, a collection of seven award-winning vineyards in the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Together, we produce exceptional English sparkling and still wines that showcase the unique character of this celebrated wine region. Meet the passionate teams behind our vineyards and discover the people, stories and expertise that make Surrey Hills wines so distinctive.
Albury Organic
Vineyard
Nearest town: Guildford
Vineyard size: 20 acres
Founded: 2009
Albury Organic Vineyard was planted by Nick Wenman in 2009. Nick had dreamed of owning a vineyard for 40 years. Key to Albury’s success is their commitment to sustainable winemaking with talented winemakers and vineyard managers. Originally known for their Silent Pool Rosé, Albury Estate sparkling wines now win international awards. This family-run vineyard offers a relaxed, informal experience - children, dogs and muddy boots welcome! Enjoy cheese and charcuterie on their patio with a glass of your favourite wine.
Chilworth Manor Vineyard
Nearest town: Guildford
Vineyard size: 10 acres
Founded: 2013
Chilworth Manor Vineyard is a family-owned vineyard, established in 2013. They currently produce sparkling wine and a still rosé. The vineyard occupies a gently sloping 10-acre site in the heart of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, just below the iconic St Martha’s Church and adjacent to Chilworth Manor, a house and estate rooted in an extraordinary 1,000 year history. In the spring of 2024, they opened their Watch House tasting barn, which enjoys views out into the vineyard and up towards the North Downs.
Denbies
Wine Estate
Nearest town: Dorking
Vineyard size: 265 acres
Founded: 1986
Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking is one of England’s largest single estate vineyards. With 265 acres currently under vine, it has a production capacity of one million bottles. The first vines were planted on the estate in 1986. For the last 20 years, Christopher White, CEO, has owned and operated the estate. Under his leadership, Denbies has become one of the largest and most successful wineries in England. Their 17 bedroom Vineyard Hotel offers tranquil stays in the Surrey Hills, while the Wine Library is the perfect place for a private party or tasting. They also have a selection of restaurants to choose from, including the Gallery Restaurant with its panoramic views.
Greyfriars
Vineyard
Nearest towns: Guildford and Farnham
Vineyard size: 40 acres
Founded: 1989
Greyfriars Vineyard has established itself as one of the top producers of sparkling wine in the UK. It is open all year round, with their beautiful vineyard, cellar door shop and tasting room welcoming visitors just outside Guildford and Farnham. Try their award-winning range of wines, including their IWC Trophy-winning Sparkling Rosé Reserve, as well as fascinating tours (usually in and around the vineyard in the summer months, and in their state-of-the-art winery in winter), supper clubs and pop-up events.
High Clandon
Estate Vineyard
Nearest towns: Guildford and Woking
Vineyard size: one acre
Founded: 2004
High Clandon Estate Vineyard’s cuvées are elegant, aged-matured and vintage only, English sparkling wines, which they call the Quintessence of England - their name for an English ‘Champagne’. They are created in the traditional bottle-fermented method from the classic trio of champagne grapes, and aged for a minimum of five years on the lees. This multi-gold awarded boutique vineyard is home to the beautiful Glass Barn and an extensive wildflower meadow with spectacular views across the Surrey Hills towards London.
Soloms Court
Wine Estate
Nearest town: Kingswood
Vineyard size: one acre
Founded: 2022
The youngest of the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills, Soloms Court is a small family vineyard, focused exclusively on the eco-conscious production of high-quality Pinot Noir vintages. Nestled within an ancient woodland ecosystem at 170m elevation, the vineyard offers views across the skyline of Central London. Owned by Peter and Elise, a husband-and-wife team, they have worked closely with winemakers, Litmus Wines, to produce their very first vintage, which was released in May 2026. Soloms Court is currently closed to the public but hoping to open for booked tours in the future.
Tanhurst Estate
Vineyard
Nearest town: Dorking
Vineyard size: 15 acres
Founded: 2020
An enchanting corner of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, Tanhurst Estate is only minutes away from National Trust’s beautiful Rhododendron Wood and Leith Hill Place - the childhood home of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. Having planted their first vines in 2020, this family-owned vineyard has been slowly growing and expanding behind closed doors and now opens its Vineyard Café to the public on Saturdays and Sundays, 10am to 4pm. As an added bonus for those looking to explore the Surrey Hills and enjoy our region's award-winning wines, Tanhurst Estate is also home to four beautiful holiday cottages.
Wines of the
Surrey Hills
Explore the wines of the Surrey Hills and discover why this beautiful corner of England has earned a reputation for producing exceptional English wines. Created by seven award-winning vineyards, our collection includes celebrated sparkling wines, elegant rosés and characterful still wines, all shaped by the region’s chalk-rich soils and winemaking expertise. Whether you're planning a vineyard visit or looking to buy direct, this is your guide to just some of the outstanding wines of the Surrey Hills - as well as the international and national awards they’ve won over the years.
