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Denbies Wine Estate

Denbies Wine Estate

Denbies is a large, well established single-estate vineyard in the Surrey Hills, with vineyard tastings, a hotel and four places to eat across the grounds.

Has taken a medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards in each of the last 3 editions.

The Denbies story began in 1986 with the first vines being planted, when the White family recognised the potential of the estate's sweeping south-facing slopes, chalk-rich soils and naturally warm microclimate. Denbies itself is older: Prince Albert visited in 1851, more than a century before the first vintage, Surrey Gold, appeared in 1993, the same year the winery was built.

Cellar door tastings

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The winery's visitor centre and wine shop are open to visitors all year. Tastings and tours are sold through an online ticketing page, and the site recommends pre-booking any wine tour. A seated indoor tasting includes a guide talking through the vineyard and the process behind each wine.

  • Indoor Wine Tasting Experience

    Guided£17

Amenities

ToursRestaurantOn-site stayShopCaféDisabled accessDog friendlyParking

Ratings & awards

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Address

Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Dorking, RH5 6AA

Getting there

The site warns of a bridge height restriction of 11ft 10in, and for coaches collection from the bridge can be arranged at the time of booking. From the main car park, signs lead to the Visitor Centre, and the Wine & Gift Shop is on the right just inside.

Nearest station: Box Hill & Westhumble · 0.4 mi

Nearest major station: Dorking (Main) · 0.6 mi

Opening hours

Monday09:00–17:30
Tuesday09:00–17:30
Wednesday09:00–17:30
Thursday09:00–17:30
Friday09:00–17:30
Saturday09:00–17:30
Sunday09:00–17:30
  • Closed 25 December 2026 – 26 December 2026
  • Closed 1 January 2027

Weekdays close at 5pm January to March. Closed 25 and 26 December and 1 January.

Winery opening hours often vary, so it is always worth checking ahead if you are planning a visit.

Eating here

  • Gallery Restaurant

    Wed–Sun · lunch

  • Wine Library Brasserie & Bar

    Restaurant · Mon–Sun · dinner

  • Conservatory Restaurant

    Café · Mon–Sun · lunch

  • Hatch on the Lawn

    Café · Mon–Sun · lunch

Stay on site

  • The Vineyard Hotel

    Hotel · 17 rooms