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Woodchurch Wine Estate
Woodchurch Wine Estate
Woodchurch Wine Estate is a Kent vineyard near Ashford making award-winning sparkling and still wine, with a bar, wine flights and stone-baked pizza overlooking the vines.
Four friends — Kelly and John Smith, Donna and Darren Worsley — took over Woodchurch Wine Estate in April 2026, more than a decade after founders Graham and Donna Barbour bought the land in October 2009 and planted ten thousand vines the following May. The field, just outside the village of Woodchurch, had previously been used for grazing sheep, and the first wine was released in 2015. A visitor centre followed in 2018.
Cellar door tastings
Walk-in tastings are facilitated during opening hours, no need to book; self-guided vineyard walks are free, and a paid guided tour with tasting runs Saturdays at 11am.
Wine Flight
Amenities
Ratings & awards
4.5
12 awardsAddress
Susans Hill, Woodchurch, Ashford, TN26 3REGetting there
Nearest station: Appledore (Kent) · 4.2 mi
Nearest major station: Ashford International · 6.7 mi
Opening hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday12:00–17:00
Friday12:00–19:00
Saturday11:00–17:00
Sunday11:00–17:00
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 Woodchurch Wine Estate without booking?
Yes. Woodchurch Wine Estate is open to walk-ins. Bookings can be made online or direct.
What can I expect from a visit to Woodchurch Wine Estate?
Walk-in tastings are facilitated during opening hours, no need to book; self-guided vineyard walks are free, and a paid guided tour with tasting runs Saturdays at 11am.
When is Woodchurch Wine Estate open?
Thursday, 12pm–5pm, all year. Friday, 12pm–7pm, all year. Saturday, 11am–5pm, all year. Sunday, 11am–5pm, all year.
How much is a tasting at Woodchurch Wine Estate?
Wine Flight: £15–£17.
Can I book a visit to Woodchurch Wine Estate online?
Yes, through Woodchurch Wine Estate's website.
What is the nearest station to Woodchurch Wine Estate?
Appledore (Kent), 4.2 miles in a straight line. The nearest major station is Ashford International, 6.7 miles.
Where is Woodchurch Wine Estate?
Susans Hill, Woodchurch, Ashford, TN26 3RE, Kent.
Can I eat at Woodchurch Wine Estate?
Yes. Bar & Restaurant serves restaurant.
Has Woodchurch Wine Estate won awards?
Yes. Woodchurch Wine Estate holds 12 results from competitions we follow, including gold for Classic Brut 2017 at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2023.
What wine does Woodchurch Wine Estate make?
Sparkling and still wine, from Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir.
On-site dining
- Bar & Restaurant
Snacks, cheese and charcuterie boards, hot plates, stone-baked pizza · Thu–Sun · lunch & dinner
