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Christmas 2025 at Bolney Estate: Unmissable Festive Events in Sussex
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This Christmas, Bolney Wine Estate invites you to celebrate the season in style!
As the vineyard glistens with fairy lights and the scent of mulled wine fills the air, Bolney becomes the ultimate destination for festive cheer in rural Sussex. From wine tastings and creative workshops to cosy evenings filled with music and laughter, every event promises to make your yuletide memorable.
For those seeking a joyful night out, a relaxed festive activity, or inspiration for thoughtful Christmas gifts, Bolney’s lineup of events will fill your calendar and your glass with sparkle.
Christmas Wine Fair
- Saturday, 29 November 2025
- Sessions: 11am – 1pm or 2pm – 5pm
- For ages 18 and over
Step into Christmas at the Bolney Christmas Wine Fair, a celebration of all things fine, festive, and full of flavour. Taste award-winning English wines, meet the experts behind them, and discover the perfect bottles for your yuletide dinner table.
The fair also brings together local artisanal food producers, offering tempting treats such as Sussex cheeses, handmade chocolates, and festive preserves. Bolney’s gift shop will also be open, brimming with unique Christmas inspiration and thoughtful presents.
Ideal for wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and anyone who adores the festive atmosphere of a traditional Christmas market — with a Bolney twist.
Festive Fridays
- Fridays 5, 12 & 19 December 2025
- Sessions: 6.30pm – 10pm
- For ages 18 and over
Toast the season with Festive Fridays at Bolney. Enjoy an evening of live music, delicious food, and sparkling conversation set against the backdrop of the winter vineyard. Each ticket includes a welcome drink, with small plates, sharing boards, and indulgent desserts available to purchase throughout the evening.
An unforgettable festive night out surrounded by warmth, laughter, and Christmas decorations.
Twelve Wines of Christmas
- Launching: Friday, 14 November 2025
- Sessions: Fridays at 5.30pm and Saturdays at 11am
- For ages 18 and over
Celebrate the season with Bolney’s Twelve Wines of Christmas tasting experience. Begin with a welcome drink before exploring twelve expertly selected wines, each showcasing the craftsmanship and character for which Bolney is renowned.
The guided tasting offers the chance to discover new favourites and find the perfect wines for your Christmas celebrations. Expect plenty of festive spirit, a relaxed setting, and a touch of merry vineyard magic.
A must for anyone who loves good wine, great company, and the joy of the season.
Festive Wreath Making Workshops
- Wednesday, 19 November, Thursday, 27 November, Thursday, 4 December 2025
- Session: 6.30pm – 8.30pm
- For ages 18 and over
Add a personal touch to your Christmas décor at Bolney’s Festive Wreath Making Workshops. Under the guidance of an expert florist, craft your own luxury wreath using fresh, locally sourced foliage and seasonal decorations.
Each workshop includes a glass of Bolney wine to enjoy as you create, surrounded by the tranquillity of the vineyard. You’ll leave with a beautiful handmade wreath that you can show off to family, friends, and neighbours!
A creative and laid-back evening — perfect for friends, family, colleagues, or anyone looking to embrace the spirit of the season.
Experience the Magic of Bolney This Christmas
Set in the poetic hills of the Sussex countryside, Bolney Wine Estate is the dreamy destination for an enchanting festive experience. The estate combines the best of English wine, warm hospitality, and joyful celebration — all just a short journey from Brighton and London.
All events are for guests aged 18 and over, in line with the legal drinking age, ensuring a sophisticated and enjoyable setting for adults. Families wishing to visit with children are warmly welcome at other times, and the Bolney Café is open outside of event hours for all to enjoy.
From wreath making to wine tasting, Bolney Wine Estate offers some of the best Christmas events in Sussex. It’s an unmissable way to sip, savour, and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Book Early to Secure Your Place
Please note that all events must be pre-booked in advance, and places are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. We can’t wait to welcome you to the estate and share the magic of Christmas at Bolney!
