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Year-round tours & tastings
Escape to Hencote for a stunning Shropshire vineyard experience – open every week, all year round. Only 1.3 miles from Shrewsbury, join us for an unforgettable vineyard tour and wine tasting experience, where you’ll discover how our award-winning English wines are crafted from grape to glass. Explore our precision management approach to viticulture and our winemaking process, and savour the flavours of Shropshire in every sip, whatever the season.
Your wine tasting features five of our Hencote award-winning estate wines, a visit to our winery and, on fine days, a view of our vines and working vineyard. Prefer to explore at your own pace? Our self-guided tastings are available any day, no booking required. Perfect for wine lovers, day-trippers, and anyone looking for an authentic Shropshire vineyard experience, every week of the year.
Wine Tastings are available most weekends throughout the year, offering a range of options from self-guided wine flights, a tour and tasting, or our ‘Wine & Cheese or Charcuterie board’ experience. From £30 per person.
Wine Tasting Gift Vouchers
Give the gift of Shropshire’s only weekly, year-round wine tasting experience. A Hencote gift voucher takes the guesswork out of choosing a present; just pick your option, and your recipient chooses their own date any week of the year.
Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, or simply saying thank you.
Purchase your voucher online, to be delivered straight to your inbox.
*Vouchers are valid year-round and can be redeemed against any Hencote wine tasting experience, subject to availability.
At Hencote Vineyard in Shropshire, our winemaking philosophy begins among the vines. We tend each vine by hand, letting the true character of our English wines reflect Shropshire’s unique terroir. By following a minimal pesticide programme and working in harmony with nature, we ensure our vineyard thrives sustainably and produces grapes of outstanding quality.
We’re proud to share the results of our passion and craftsmanship with every visitor. Your 90-minute experience begins with an introduction to Hencote’s rich history and the unique grape-growing conditions that make our hillside estate so special. You’ll then explore the winery, where our team reveals how each vintage is carefully crafted – from grape to glass. When the weather allows, you’ll also have the chance to step into the vineyard and take in the spectacular views of Shrewsbury that define the Hencote experience.
The journey continues with a guided tasting of five estate wines – from crisp, aromatic whites to elegant reds and delicate sparkling blends, each expressing the character of our land and the dedication behind every bottle.
Paired with the warmth of our hospitality and the charm of the season, this is more than a tasting – it’s an invitation to savour the story of Hencote and celebrate the art of English winemaking. Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or simply curious to learn more, our tours offer the perfect blend of education, indulgence, and relaxation. Raise your glass with us and take home not just wine, but memories you’ll savour.
“We feel that to truly bring out the authentic characteristics of our grapes grown on our Shropshire soil we should handle each vine individually, so that every task that concerns the vines directly is done by hand. We really do feel that it contributes to the vine expressing its full potential and producing the highest quality crop possible.”
Gavin Patterson
Head Winemaker
Our Story
Moulded by the glaciers of the Triassic Age, the land upon which the Hencote vineyard sits is rich with history and the glacial till that comprises our soil. With the first 18,000 vines planted in 2016, the Vineyard now comprises 23,000 vines and aims to consistently produce award-winning, international quality wines.
What types of tastings are available?
Pre-booked guided tours and tastings, self-guided wine flights of still and sparkling wines, bespoke pairings (e.g. with charcuterie or cheeseboards), or private tastings by appointment are all available to guests at Hencote.
Our guided wine tasting experiences must be pre-booked in advance.
Once a month, we also run our relaxed format ‘Uncork & Unwind’ wine tasting. You can find the next date on our What’s On page
No need to book! Our self-guided wine flights are available Thursday – Sunday at The View bar and lounge. There is no need to book in advance, and walk-ins are very welcome. Just pop to the bar and ask to look at all of the options.
Our wine tasting experiences can be combined with attending any of our other experience or dining events with prior confirmation.
Bespoke private tour and tasting options are available. Please email [email protected] for availability and options. Please note that our Private Tour pricing may vary.
How much does a tasting cost and how long does it last?
Prices vary depending on the experience. Our standard guided tasting experience with our experienced sommelier lasts about 90 minutes, including a visit to our winery and, on fine days, a view of our working vineyard. These experiences are bookable from £30pp.
Our ‘Uncork & Unwind’ relaxed wine tasting afternoons are priced at £30pp.
We offer our standard experiences paired with a cheese or charcuterie board option for £45pp.
Our self-guided wine tastings are available from £14 and can be experienced at any time, no pre-booking required. Just ask at the bar on your arrival for our options.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Bookings are required for our guided wine tasting tours and experiences, which are led by a member of our passionate team. All bookings can be made here.
The self-guided wine flights are available for walk-ins, and our staff are all happy to talk guests through a wine selection from our award-winning estate wines.
Our Uncork & Unwind events are more relaxed, and we welcome walk-ins on the day.
What is included in a Wine Tasting experience?
Our standard wine tasting experiences include:
- The history of the Hencote estate, our geography, climate and the Stevens’ family story
- An explanation of our winemaking process – from vine to bottle
- Tour of our winery, and on fine days, a visit to our working vineyard and its views over Shrewsbury
- Tasting of 5 of our award-winning still and sparkling wines
- Opportunity to purchase wines in our on-site Wine Shop
*A tour of the production area of the winery is subject to availability, harvest and potential health and safety restrictions that may be out of Hencote’s control.
If you are looking to stay and enjoy a meal with us, many guests will follow their tasting with one of our dining events – for example, Sunday Roast or Malaysian Tapas. All upcoming dining options can be found on our What’s On page.
I have a gift voucher. How do I redeem it?
Visit our wine tasting and events booking page – hencote.guestvoucher.co.uk/events
Select the tasting option from the menu and select the number of guests from the drop-down at the top of the page.
Click the date you’d like to attend and select your preferred time slot.
Click ‘Book Now’. On the pop-up, click ‘Add Tickets’ and go to your basket.
Check your order and ‘Proceed to Checkout’. Complete the billing information screens.
On the payment screen, you can click ‘Redeem Voucher’ and add your code; you will be able to select the value to redeem from your voucher.
You’ll receive your tickets via email – please bring them with you on the day.
If you require any assistance or have any questions, please email [email protected], quoting your voucher number and expiry date.
Can you accommodate private groups or corporate bookings?
Yes. We welcome private bookings, which can be accommodated outside of our public tour times. We have catered for birthdays, anniversaries, hen dos and team-building experiences. Private tastings, larger groups and tailored experiences with dining options that can be arranged with advance notice and discussion with our tours team.
Packages are priced on a per-person basis, and private wine tasting experiences must be paid for in advance.
We have a group offer, which applies to groups of 10+ to enjoy in The View after your guided tasting:
- 10 to 19 guests: one free bottle of Evolution sparkling for the table.
- 20 to 29 guests: two free bottles of Evolution sparkling.
- 30+ guests: three free bottles of Evolution sparkling.
Please email [email protected] with your requirements.
What time should I arrive?
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your booking time. Tours will start promptly at their designated times and we are unable to delay start times due to latecomers.
If you are unable to arrive in time for your designated slot, please contact [email protected], so we can welcome you on arrival.
Traffic around the estate, especially approaching rush hours, can be heavier, so we would suggest factoring this into your journey time.
Are children or dogs allowed?
We are family-friendly! Children are welcome on site in our bar and lounge areas. Our public wine tastings are not suitable for young children.
A ticket may be purchased for children between the ages of 12 and 18 to enjoy learning about the vineyard and winery, but they are not permitted to taste our wine.
We are dog friendly! Dogs are permitted within The View bar area. Dogs on leads may be permitted in our outdoor areas – please check ahead ([email protected]).
What should I wear and expect during the tour?
On fine days, expect to walk via our one-level tarmac road to the vineyard, so we would recommend comfortable shoes. The weather varies, so dress accordingly. We usually take guests via our roadways and avoid uneven ground.
Our winery is situated next to the restaurant, so even on wet days it’s a short walk, and we have plenty of umbrellas!
What happens if I need to cancel or change my booking?
Cancellations or rescheduling policies apply and can be found on the booking pages for each experience.
Please note that tour bookings are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, we’re happy to reschedule your booking to another date and time at no additional charge, provided you contact us at least 48 hours in advance.
Bookings cancelled less than 48 hours in advance must be forfeited.
Are there any accessibility considerations?
The View Bar & Lounge is accessible throughout, with a one-level entrance and access to all areas of the venue. Please inform us of any specific mobility requirements ahead of time, as parts of the vineyard/winery may have uneven ground.
The route from the car park to the restaurant is largely flat, and we do have a ramp for wheelchair use. Our forecourt is on the same level as our entrance and can be used for drop-offs and pick-ups.
When is the best time of year to visit?
Our wine tastings run throughout the year and are available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Spring, summer and autumn are popular. Our harvest season, running from September to November when our vines are bursting with fruit, offers a special atmosphere, and winter offers spectacular views over the snow-covered Shropshire Hills.
Off-peak visits may be quieter, offering a more intimate experience.
Can I buy wine afterwards?
Yes. We would encourage you to have a browse after your tasting and maybe take home a bottle of your favourite sample!
Our wine shop allows you to purchase bottles, magnums, cases or gift vouchers. Hencote wines are not available for sale at any other retail outlet.
Our wine shop is also available online – hencote.com/shop