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Stopham Vineyard

By Glass of Bubbly / 11th March 2026

Visit Stopham Vineyard, a beautiful vineyard and winery in the South Downs National Park, West Sussex. They offer vineyard, winery and wine tasting tours with the winemaker on the majority of Saturdays at 11am or 2pm between April and September. They are given by one of the winemakers, Simon or Tom or their vineyard manager,…

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Visit Nutbourne Vineyards

By Glass of Bubbly / 5th March 2026

Nutbourne Vineyards welcomes visitors all year round – it is a wonderful place to explore in the heart of West Sussex, with wildflower meadows, alpacas, lakes, sweeping views of the South Downs and plenty of places to relax and enjoy a glass of Sussex Reserve. They offer guided tours of the vineyard and winery, followed…

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Bubbly Show – Attend for FREE!

By Glass of Bubbly / 2nd March 2026

The UK’s No.1 Bubbly Show is taking place on May the 11th this year! Looking to discover some incredible new Champagnes and Sparkling Wines from the around the world? Then join us for free on May the 11th at the prestigious Vintners Hall, 68 Upper Thames St., London EC4V 3BG from 10:30am till 4pm You’ll discover and…

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Visit Astley Vineyard

By Glass of Bubbly / 24th February 2026

Astley Vineyard is a family run, single estate vineyard in Worcestershire. They are one of the oldest vineyards in the UK, located in the beautiful Severn Valley, just 10 miles north of the cathedral city of Worcester. They produce roughly six thousand bottles of boutique wine per year. Join them for a tour of their…

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Visit Fairmile Vineyard Henley on Thames

By Glass of Bubbly / 18th February 2026

Fairmile Vineyard in Henley on Thames lies on the same flinty chalky marl that stretches across South-East England to the white cliffs of Dover, then under the Channel into Northern France. In 2011, local couple Jan and Anthea Mirkowski recognised that the Stonor Valley, where it enters Henley, would provide the ideal terrain and microclimate…

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Meet the Winemaker – An Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Biddenden

By Glass of Bubbly / 11th February 2026

Kent’s original vineyard, Biddenden, has been owned and managed by the Barnes family since 1969. Today, the vineyard is run by the second & third generations of the family, drawing on many years of experience in winemaking at Biddenden. Meet The Winemaker Tours There is no better way to explore the vineyard and learn about…

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Dropmore Vineyard

By Glass of Bubbly / 10th February 2026

Dropmore Vineyard is a love story of one man and his wife’s vision to create a small and perfectly formed vineyard, nestled on the fringes of Buckinghamshire’s Burnham Beeches. Inspired by a visit to New Zealand’s Marlborough wine region, with its entrepreneurial and idiosyncratic vineyards, the late founder John Petersen and his wife Feona set…

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Adgestone Vineyard on the Isle of Wight

By Glass of Bubbly / 15th January 2026

Adgestone Vineyard is the oldest continuously operating commercial vineyard in the UK and a producer of award-winning wines. They are one of the top tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight. They offer the whole Grape to Glass experience. With the latest in digital audio technology, you will be guided around the 10 acre site amongst…

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The Best Champagne for your Turkey Christmas Dinner

Champagne & Christmas Food Pairings

By Glass of Bubbly / 23rd December 2025

The rich aromas and diverse flavours of Champagne elevate a wide range of food pairings, making it a fantastic companion for festive occasions. Champagne pairs perfectly with traditional Christmas dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience. It complements seafood starters such as oysters, providing a refreshing contrast. During festive dinners, the crisp acidity and vibrant bubbles…

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