Fizzology - June 2025
- lucy8388
- May 31
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 1
June is going to be one long party in the vines. There are some great events to celebrate Father’s Day and this year’s English Wine Week is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. There’s also some wonderful outdoor theatre and live music events coming up over the summer. And if you’re feeling energetic there’s inspiration for running in the vines.
Top picks for English Wine Week 21 June - 29 June
Vineyards across the country are going all out to provide fantastic events this English Wine Week. There are festivals, live music, BBQs, special tastings and new releases. Many of these are once a year spectaculars to be cherished during English Wine Week.
Check out my tops picks here. Of course, there’s also all the usual tours, tastings and dining experiences. Wherever you are in the country there’s probably a vineyard closer than you think. Use the vineyard finder to look. If you want a reason to visit an English vineyard, this is it!
Father’s Day vineyard cheer
Vineyards around the country are gearing up to help you celebrate the father figure in your life with some special events. There’s BBQs, food trucks, live music and laid-back vibes. Click here for a round-up of where to enjoy Father’s Day in the vines.
Running in the vines
Having just completed my first wine run I can advocate how much fun it is. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a have-a-go run / walker there’s everything from regular park runs, charity fun runs and half marathons all taking place at vineyards. Click here to find out more
Outdoor theatre in the vines
Outdoor performance are a summer treat but there’s something really special about a vineyard setting where the refreshment will include wines made from the surrounding vines.
Westwell Wines in Kent are hosting two outdoor ‘theatre in the vines’ productions this summer. On Saturday 5 July you can enjoy the Pantaloons playful and inventive adaptation of Jane Austen’s Sense & Sensibility and on Saturday 9 August you can expect much fun and merriment with Robin Hood.
The Sudden Impulse Theatre Company are bringing Shakespeare’s Much Ado about Nothing to Blabers Hall Wine Estate in the West Midlands on Saturday 5 July. Book through Ticket Source.
There’s also lots of vineyards offering live music. Check out the Vineyard Vibes series at Sandridge Barton in Devon and Music on the Lawn at Denbies Wine Estate in Surrey.