Chapel Down
Tenterden, Mid Kent
Image: Chapel DownChapel Down's estate near Tenterden is home to its vineyards, winery, shop and The Swan restaurant. Book a guided tour with a tutored tasting, or drop in to walk the vineyard on a self-guided route and order a wine flight at the tasting bar. It suits couples and groups looking for a relaxed afternoon.
Highlights
- Guided vineyard and winery tours with tastings
- Self-guided vineyard walks
- Wine flights at the cellar door bar
- Winery shop
- The Swan restaurant
Good to know
- You can visit without booking to walk the vineyards and try a wine flight
- Assistance dogs are welcome on the vineyard and on tours
Getting there
Chapel Down, Small Hythe Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 7NGParking: On-site parking with three disabled bays near the cellar door shop.
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