Luxury stays near Chichester, West Sussex

If you’re visiting the South Downs and the Sussex coast, you’re in a fantastic spot to explore some of England’s most celebrated vineyards.

Wine tourism has blossomed across Sussex in recent years, and here’s a curated list of five must-visit vineyard tours & wine-tasting experiences to feature on the Nestled blog.

1. Tinwood Estate, Halnaker (Chichester area)

Located just outside Chichester, Tinwood Estate offers daily vineyard tours and tastings, led by expert guides who walk you through how their sparkling wines are crafted.

The standard tour includes three glasses of their award-winning sparkling wine, with opportunities to linger in the tasting room or terrace. Tinwood also operates a “Vineyard Kitchen,” serving small plates and pairings to complement the wines.

This is a perfect “first stop” for wine lovers staying around Chichester: it combines accessibility, quality, and a rich learning experience.

2. Ashling Park Estate, West Ashling

Right on Chichester’s doorstep is Ashling Park Estate, offering a full wine retreat experience: vineyard tours, a tasting room, dining, and even luxury accommodation. Their “Tour & Tasting” package is a highlight.

Their estate is designed to be immersive, and you can walk among the vines, sip in the tasting lounge, then enjoy locally sourced food in their restaurant.

For travellers who want a vineyard stay without long travel, Ashling Park is hard to beat.

3. Wiston Estate, Washington, West Sussex

Set amid chalk downland, Wiston Estate blends winemaking with gastronomy at its Chalk restaurant.

Their “Tour & Tasting” runs about 1.5 hours, taking you through the winery, press room, and finishing with a tutored tasting of four wines. For a more immersive experience, they also run “Vintage Tours & Tasting,” vineyard explorer walks, and seasonal events.

You can also combine your visit with a walk through the downland or enjoy lunch at Chalk after the tasting.

4. Kingscote Estate & Vineyard, East Grinstead / West Sussex

Though a bit farther afield, Kingscote Estate is well worth the drive for wine aficionados. They host guided vineyard tours with five sample wines, followed by seasonal lunch options.

Their cellar door, café, wine garden, and kitchen are open 7 days a week. Kingscote offers relaxed, informal tours, daily tastings, and the chance to explore their historic Tithe Barn and estate grounds.

If you enjoy a longer day-trip, it’s a lovely addition to a Sussex wine itinerary.

5. Nutbourne Vineyards, West Sussex

Nutbourne Vineyards is a graceful estate tucked into holloway lanes, complete with wildflower meadows, alpacas, and sweeping vistas.

On Saturdays during summer they run guided winery and vineyard tours, paired with tastings of their still and sparkling wines.

Outside of that, their cellar door is open daily for wine-by-the-glass, platters, and relaxed vineyard strolls.

Visitors can combine the wine experience with walks, picnics, or spotting the vineyard’s windmill-turned-tasting-room.

…and lastly

The region surrounding Chichester is blossoming as one of England’s most vibrant wine tourism hubs.

If you’re after a quick tasting near Chichester or willing to travel for a full vineyard day out, these five estates offer superb tours, tastings, and scenic charm. These visits not only let you discover English sparkling and still wines, but also to step behind the scenes, learning about viticulture, terroir, and the passion of Sussex’s wine pioneers.