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Festive Events, Dining & New Year’s Eve
Celebrate the season at Bolney Wine Estate in West Sussex. From late November to New Year’s Eve, join us for festive wine tastings, our Christmas Fair, wreath-making workshops, Friday nights of live music and a New Year’s Eve celebration to see in 2027.
Between events, the estate is open every day through the winter. Enjoy lunch in our restaurant, pick up Christmas wines and gifts in the Vineyard Shop, or wrap up warm for a crisp walk past the sleeping vines. Our Christmas decorations go up on Friday 6 November, and places for our festive events are limited, so we recommend booking early.
Christmas Fair
Date: Saturday, 28 November 2026
Time: 11:00am & 2:00pm
Start your Christmas shopping at the vineyard. Taste across the Bolney range, meet local artisan food producers and find gifts for everyone on your list, all in one festive afternoon.
Festive Fridays
Dates: Every Friday from 13 November until 18 December 2026
Time: 6:30pm to 10:00pm
Begin the weekend with live music, festive food and Bolney wine in our restaurant. Your ticket includes a welcome drink, delicious small plates and sharing boards to order throughout the evening.
Festive Wreath Making Workshops
Dates: 3rd December 2026
Time: 7pm
Make your own luxury Christmas wreath, guided step by step by an expert florist. You’ll work with fresh, locally sourced foliage and seasonal decorations, with a glass of Bolney wine in hand. No experience needed!
Bottle Painting Workshops
Dates: Sunday, 29 November and Sunday, 6 December 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Join our popular Christmas-edition bottle-painting workshop!
Spend a relaxed festive afternoon on the estate painting your own wine bottle with a seasonal design. We’ll guide you step by step, so no artistic experience is needed.
A glass of sparkling wine is included to enjoy while you paint. Take your finished bottle home as a festive decoration or a handmade Christmas gift.
12 Wines of Christmas Tasting
Dates: Saturday 5, 12, & 19 December 2026
Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm
Find your wines for the festive table. After a welcome drink, our team guides you through twelve Bolney wines chosen for Christmas, from celebratory sparkling to fresh whites, a warming Pinot Noir and our vermouths. The tasting lasts 90 minutes.
Planning a team celebration? Private and corporate Twelve Wines tastings are available on 01444 711 722.
Christmas Parties & Festive Dining
Celebrate with your team, friends or family over a classic three-course Christmas menu at the vineyard. Two festive dining packages are available for groups of 12-40 guests.
- Private Dining, £65pp: A welcome glass of Bolney Bubbly, a three-course Christmas menu and your own private room
- Festive Sharing Menu, £55pp: A welcome glass of sparkling wine and a three-course Christmas menu in our restaurant, Wednesday to Friday at 12pm or 2pm
Contact our events team on 01444 711 722 or email [email protected]
New Year's Eve at Bolney
See in 2027 at the vineyard with an evening of fizz, fine food and dancing. Our New Year’s Eve Celebration starts with a glass of fizz and canapés on arrival, followed by a three-course set menu, coffee, and live music through the night.
At midnight, join the countdown with a sparkling toast, sparklers and a piper playing Auld Lang Syne.
- Date: Thursday 31 December 2026
- Time: 7.30pm to 1am
- Price: From £125, or £106.25 for Wine Club members
- Includes: Fizz and canapés on arrival, a three-course set menu, coffee, live music and a midnight sparkling toast
- Age: Guests aged 18 and over
Hosting at home instead? Try our New Year’s Eve canapés to serve with sparkling wine.
Christmas Wines From Our Vineyard
Our wines are made in our own winery here in Sussex, from celebration sparkling to fresh Bacchus and Pinot Noir. Take the festive line-up home with the Bolney’s various Christmas wine cases. You might like to try the Twelve Wines of Christmas Case or our new mulled wine bundle, with Lychgate Red, Vermouth Rosso and a recipe card.
Winter Wine Tour & Tasting
See a working Sussex vineyard in its quietest season. Our guided tours explain how English wine is made, from vine to bottle, and finish with a tasting of our wines.
- Learn how the vines are pruned and prepared for spring
- Discover how our traditional method sparkling wine is made
- Taste a selection of Bolney wines with our expert team
Christmas Gifts & Vouchers
Give a day at the vineyard this Christmas. Bolney gift vouchers cover tours and tastings, so the person you’re treating can choose a date that suits them, from a winter tasting to a summer tour. Or browse Bolney’s gift boxes – they make an easy present for any wine lover.
Why Spend Christmas & New Year at Bolney Wine Estate in West Sussex?
Bolney Wine Estate offers festive events, Sussex wine and seasonal food in one place, from Christmas tastings to a New Year’s Eve celebration. The estate is less than an hour from London and 20 minutes from Brighton.
A Winter Walk Through Sussex Wine Country
Winter is one of the calmest times to visit a vineyard. After harvest, the vines lose their leaves and rest until spring, and on dry days you may spot our team pruning to decide how much fruit each vine will carry next year. Bolney has grown vines here since 1972, when Janet and Rodney Pratt founded the vineyard, making it one of England’s first commercial vineyards.
Festive Wines Made in Sussex
English sparkling wine is a natural choice for Christmas and New Year, making up 69% of English and Welsh wine production (The Drinks Business, 2026). Ours is made in the traditional method, the same way as Champagne, with a second fermentation in the bottle for fine, lasting bubbles. Try a formal tasting to find your favourite before the big day, or pick a bottle for your midnight toast.
An Easy Winter Day Out
Bolney is close to the main routes from London, Brighton and Gatwick.
- By car: 20 minutes from Brighton, 25 minutes from Gatwick, 45 to 60 minutes from London
- By train: Haywards Heath station is a 15-minute taxi ride
- Parking: Free on site, with electric car charging
- Access: Step-free access, accessible parking and accessible toilets
Opening hours may change over Christmas and New Year, so please check Plan Your Visit before you travel.
Christmas Parties & Private Events
Bring your team or family together at the vineyard this Christmas. We host private tastings, festive meals and celebrations for groups, with our events team on hand to help plan the day.
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Christmas & New Year at Bolney: Your Questions Answered
What Christmas events are on at Bolney Wine Estate in 2026?
Bolney Wine Estate hosts a Christmas Fair on 28 November, Twelve Wines of Christmas tastings on Saturdays 5, 12 and 19 December 2026, Festive Wreath Making Workshops on 24 and 26 November and 2 and 4 December 2026, and Festive Fridays every Friday from 13 November until 18 December 2026.
What’s on at Bolney Wine Estate on New Year’s Eve?
Bolney Wine Estate hosts a New Year’s Eve Celebration from 7.30pm to 1am on 31 December 2026. Tickets start at £125 and include fizz and canapés on arrival, a three-course set menu, coffee, live music and a midnight sparkling toast with sparklers and a piper playing Auld Lang Syne.
Do I need to book Christmas and New Year events at Bolney?
Yes. You must book all Christmas and New Year events at Bolney in advance, as places are limited. Festive Fridays, Wreath Making Workshops, the Christmas Fair and New Year’s Eve often sell out.
Are Bolney’s Christmas and New Year events suitable for children?
Bolney’s Christmas and New Year events are for guests aged 18 and over. Families with children are welcome to visit the café, shop and restaurant at other times.
When do the Christmas decorations go up at Bolney?
Bolney Wine Estate puts up its Christmas decorations on Friday 6 November 2026. You can enjoy them on any visit.
Is Bolney Wine Estate open in winter?
Yes. Bolney Wine Estate is open every day from 9am to 5pm through the winter. Hours may change over Christmas and New Year.
Can I buy a vineyard tour as a Christmas gift?
Yes. Bolney gift vouchers cover tours and tastings, so the recipient can book a date that suits them.
