June is a great time to be outside, and what better than an outing to enjoy a glass of fizz in the summer sun? The climate and soil are ideal for growing grapes in Kent and, in the last 20 plus years, we have seen an explosion in the number of winemakers in our county.
Right on our doorstep in the beautiful Kent countryside, two local grape growers and wine makers are open for visitors to enjoy the rural surroundings with a glass of wine or to explore how grapes are grown and how wine is made.
Yotes Court
Opening times from March to October are: Wednesday-Sunday midday-5:30pm
Yotes Court Vineyard has magnificent views. Book a table or drop in for a glass of wine and light lunch inside the Wine Barn or outside to enjoy the scenery on the Paddock Lawn; or book a picnic in the vines if you prefer a space for yourselves. Learn about grapes with a guided tour of the vineyard followed by wine tastings. Yotes Court hosts other events and monthly garden tours also.
For all details check the website https://yotescourt.co.uk/
Mereworth Wines
Opening times are: Wednesday and Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday 10am-10pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-6pm
At Mereworth Wines the winery bar and café serve food and drinks al-fresco or with a view of where the wine is made and stored. Menus are on their website and afternoon teas are available to book. Learn about how grapes are turned into sparkling wine with a guided tour of the winery followed by tastings. Mereworth Wines hosts musicians too, with dates for performances on the website and Jazz Brunches every Sunday.
For all information, see the website: https://mereworth.co.uk/