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Bluestone is a family-run sparkling wine estate on a Wiltshire farm near Stonehenge, planted in 2016 and run on regenerative, minimal-intervention lines.
Scored 97 at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025, the highest of any English or Welsh entry that year.
Bluestone's 10 acres were planted in 2016 by brothers Nat and Toby McConnell, after an archaeological survey of the family's Cholderton farm was shown to a friend making wine in Champagne, who identified the site as capable of exceptional sparkling wine. Nat, a biomedical scientist, and Toby, formerly in luxury yachting, planted four parcels — Three Acre, Iron Age, Roundhouse and Top Field — now grown 58% Chardonnay, 32% Pinot Noir and 10% Pinot Meunier.
Cellar door tastings
Wine, cheese and charcuterie are served in the wooden Tasting Room beside the family's Rare Breeds Farm. Pop in for tasting or pre-book for tours, and staff can point out the self-guided vineyard walk.
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Ratings & awards
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Address
Bluestone Vineyards, Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm, Amesbury Road, Cholderton, SP4 0EWGetting there
Travelling from the west on the A303, drivers are advised to leave at the Thruxton slip road rather than follow a sat-nav's preferred route across the main road. Stonehenge is five miles away, about eight minutes by car.
Nearest station: Grateley · 3.6 mi
Nearest major station: Salisbury · 8.9 mi
Opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00–17:30
Wednesday10:00–17:30
Thursday10:00–17:30
Friday10:00–17:30
Saturday10:00–17:30
Sunday10:00–17:30
Also open Mondays during the summer school holidays, beyond the usual Tuesday-Sunday hours.
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 Bluestone Vineyard without booking?
Yes. Bluestone Vineyard is open to walk-ins. Bookings can be made online or direct.
What can I expect from a visit to Bluestone Vineyard?
Wine, cheese and charcuterie are served in the wooden Tasting Room beside the family's Rare Breeds Farm. Pop in for tasting or pre-book for tours, and staff can point out the self-guided vineyard walk.
When is Bluestone Vineyard open?
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–5.30pm, all year. Also open Mondays during the summer school holidays, beyond the usual Tuesday-Sunday hours.
Can I book a visit to Bluestone Vineyard online?
Yes, through Bluestone Vineyard's website.
What is the nearest station to Bluestone Vineyard?
Grateley, 3.6 miles in a straight line. The nearest major station is Salisbury, 8.9 miles.
How do I get to Bluestone Vineyard?
Travelling from the west on the A303, drivers are advised to leave at the Thruxton slip road rather than follow a sat-nav's preferred route across the main road. Stonehenge is five miles away, about eight minutes by car.
Where is Bluestone Vineyard?
Bluestone Vineyards, Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm, Amesbury Road, Cholderton, SP4 0EW, Wiltshire.
Is there parking at Bluestone Vineyard?
Yes. There is parking at Bluestone Vineyard.
Can I bring children to Bluestone Vineyard?
Yes. Bluestone Vineyard is child friendly.
Does Bluestone Vineyard have disabled access?
Yes. Bluestone Vineyard has disabled access.
Has Bluestone Vineyard won awards?
Yes. Bluestone Vineyard holds 14 results from competitions we follow, including platinum for Blanc De Noirs Brut 2019 at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025.
What wine does Bluestone Vineyard make?
Sparkling wine, from Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir.
