Birchden Vineyards

Unexpectedly Enchanting

Laughter, friends and the convivial ‘clink’ of wine glasses... if you could bottle that feeling, it would taste like fine wine from Birchden Vineyards.

Our limited-edition, artisan wines are infused with nature’s alchemy, community spirit, and a dash of magic. They linger on the lips, transporting you back to a previous season’s harvest.

But it’s only fair to warn you; when they’re gone, they’re gone. So don’t go telling everyone, okay?

While you’re here, treat yourself to our hand-jarred, unfiltered honey. It has to be tasted to be believed. And you’ll love our delicious home-grown apple juice - The Remarkable Robin.

The Blackbird Café

Summer Opening Hours for June July and August

Monday - Closed

Tuesday to Thursday 9am - 5pm

Friday and Saturday 9am - 8pm

Sunday - 9am - 4pm

Join us in the mornings for coffee, savoury gallates, crêpes and cakes. Ease into the afternoon sipping wine served by the glass or bottle. Stay for lunch and enjoy our weekly asparagus specials, soups, paninis, antipasti or charcuterie boards, or maybe just some nibbles. No need to book.

We have a covered outdoor seating area, and our Tasting Den is the perfect place to warm up in on colder days. Both children and dogs are welcome.

All of our products are sold from the Tasting Den, so come inside and have a browse.

Make a day of it.... vineyard tours and tastings, picnics, and Spa Valley Railway experiences are all bookable online.

The Blackbird Café

Our Awards 2025

We feel so honoured to have been selected at Highly commended at the Tunbridge Wells Business Awards 2025. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our growth this year! In addition we entered our wines into the Wine GB Awards and we couldn't be prouder. The Ugly Duckling Chardonnay 2023 and The Gregarious Goose 2024 have won Bronze Wine GB Awards. The Charmed Finch Blanc De Noirs 2021 has been awarded the Silver Wine GB Medal.

Our story

Our delectable English wines, apple juice, and honey are made with love by a small, family and community-run team. Learn more about our ethos and ambitions for this beautiful place.

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