Fizzology - July 2025
- lucy8388
- Jul 2
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 16
Summer sipping in the vines! After the huge success of English Wine Week there’s a fantastic range of events taking place during July and August. Whether you want a big party vibe or a complete chillout there's something for everyone. There's also dates for the first tours of Pinglestone, home to Louis Pommery England, 8 vineyards for Friday Sundowners and news of The Great Yorkshire Wine & Fizz Festival. Read on!
Fizz Favourites - top of my wish list this summer!
Sussex Farmers Market, Rathfinny, West Sussex – Saturday 12 July
There’s always something exciting going on at Rathfinny, but this annual produce market is a great opportunity to meet local food suppliers that work with the vineyard all year round. There will also be opportunities to purchase food and drink to consume while you take in the views of the vines.
A guided 13km walk between 4 fantastic vineyards: Fairmile Vineyard, Oaken Grove, Stonor Valley and Jojos. Organised by Walk Works. What a perfect day!
Country Music Night, Thorrington Mill Vineyard, Essex, – Saturday 19 July
Buckin’ Boots Line Dancing will be teaching the moves at this fun country music night.
Vineyard Tours, Pinglestone, Hampshire - 24 July / 14 August
A rare opportunity to visit the home of Louis Pommery England for a vineyard tour followed by a guided tasting.
Sunset Tour & Paella Evening, Alder Vineyard, Devon – 26 July / 09 & 23 August
Enjoy an early evening vineyard tour and wine tasting then settle down for traditional paella overlooking Dartmoor.
Jazz & Fizz, Hambledon Vineyard, Hampshire - 2 / 9 / 15 August
Visit the birthplace of English wine to enjoy a relaxed afternoon filled with music, food and fizz!
Big Summer Party, Henners Vineyard, East Sussex – Saturday 2 August
An event filled with great music, tasty food, and incredible drinks includes live music, DJ set and lawn games.
Soulful Summer Reset, Mereworth Wines, Kent – Saturday 9 August
Ready to stretch, relax and get your flower power on? This afternoon of yoga flow, flower crown making, sparkling wine tasting and delicious scones is the ultimate in self-care.
Sunset at the Vineyard, Blabers Wine Estate, Warwickshire - Friday 22 August
Start the bank holiday with live music and sunset over the vines. Bring a picnic and enjoy the well stocked wine bar.
Friday sundowners in the vines
If all this sunshine has made you want to toast the start of the weekend with an alfresco drink surrounded by vines then check out this round up of vineyards around the country offering you the perfect sparkling Friday evening. There's plenty of fizz, delicious food options and a great atmosphere. Cheers!
Great Yorkshire Wine & Fizz Festival returns
Need plans for the August bank holiday weekend? How about checking out the Great Yorkshire Wine & Fizz Festival on Sunday 24 August? It’s being held at Carlton Towers, a stately home with a stunning walled garden vineyard in North Yorkshire.
After the success of the first event last year at Yorkshire Heart, visitors will get to sample wines from 7 fabulous regional wine producers all in one place. There will be live music and food options including a bbq. There’s even a wide variety of accommodation options on site meaning it’s easy to make a weekend of it. Click here for ticket information.
There's a vineyard closer than you think
Whether you’re looking for something local or somewhere to visit whilst on a minibreak or holiday you can use the vineyard finder to locate the best options for you. Cheers!