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Balfour Winery
Balfour Winery
Balfour Winery makes still and sparkling English wine at Hush Heath Estate in Kent, a Tudor estate first planted with vines in 2002.
Hush Heath Estate is a Tudor estate in Kent, the Garden of England, and has been home to Balfour Winery since Leslie Balfour-Lynn's idea to plant its first five acres of vines in 2002, hoping to make a pink sparkling wine to rival the couple's favourite Champagne, Billecart Salmon Rosé. Balfour Brut Rosé, made from the 2004 harvest, became the first English wine to win a gold medal and the Trophy at the International Wine Challenge. It went on to be poured in British Airways First Class worldwide and served as the only English wine at the London 2012 Olympics.
Cellar door tastings
Tastings happen in the Cellar Door or the tasting room, The View. Guides lead a tutored flight of six wines at set times through the day, or visitors can order a self-tutored tasting flight at their own table. A table booking is recommended rather than required.
Self-Tutored Tasting
Tutored Wine Tasting
Amenities
Ratings & awards
4.7
109 awardsAddress
Balfour Winery, Five Oak Lane, Staplehurst, TN12 0HTGetting there
Nearest station: Staplehurst · 1.9 mi
Opening hours
Monday10:00–17:00
Tuesday10:00–17:00
Wednesday10:00–17:00
Thursday10:00–19:00
Friday10:00–19:00
Saturday10:00–19:00
Sunday10:00–17:00
Hours run to cellar door last orders. The venue is open until 6pm Sun–Wed and 10.30pm Thu–Sat.
Winery opening hours often vary, so it is always worth checking ahead if you are planning a visit.
Common questions
Can I turn up at Balfour Winery without booking?
Yes. Balfour Winery is open to walk-ins. Bookings can be made online or direct.
What can I expect from a visit to Balfour Winery?
Tastings happen in the Cellar Door or the tasting room, The View. Guides lead a tutored flight of six wines at set times through the day, or visitors can order a self-tutored tasting flight at their own table. A table booking is recommended rather than required.
When is Balfour Winery open?
Thursday to Saturday, 10am–7pm, all year. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday, 10am–5pm, all year. Hours run to cellar door last orders. The venue is open until 6pm Sun–Wed and 10.30pm Thu–Sat.
How much is a tasting at Balfour Winery?
Self-Tutored Tasting: from £15. Tutored Wine Tasting: from £40–£45.
Can I book a visit to Balfour Winery online?
Yes, through Balfour Winery's website.
What is the nearest station to Balfour Winery?
Staplehurst, 1.9 miles in a straight line.
Where is Balfour Winery?
Balfour Winery, Five Oak Lane, Staplehurst, TN12 0HT, Kent.
Is there parking at Balfour Winery?
Yes. There is parking at Balfour Winery.
Can I bring my dog to Balfour Winery?
Yes. Balfour Winery is dog friendly.
Does Balfour Winery have disabled access?
Yes. Balfour Winery has disabled access.
Can I eat at Balfour Winery?
Yes, at Cellar Door Dining and The Winemakers' Kitchen.
Has Balfour Winery won awards?
Yes. Balfour Winery holds 109 results from competitions we follow, including platinum for Blanc de Blancs 2018 at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2026.
What wine does Balfour Winery make?
Sparkling and still wine, from grapes including Albariño, Bacchus and Chardonnay.
Eating here
- Cellar Door Dining
Small plates · Mon–Sun · lunch
- The Winemakers' Kitchen
Restaurant · Mon–Sun · lunch & dinner
