Winemaking in the South Downs is a passion driven by the seasons and we love to celebrate each vintage with new and exciting experiences. As the months transition from the autumn grape harvest to Christmas festivities and the winter reset, we invite you to visit and immerse yourself in our seasonal Sussex lifestyle.
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Tours & Tastings | Short Breaks | Dining
Cellar Door
Winter Tours
Visit our state-of-the-art winery and bottling facilities to learn the process and care involved in making high quality wines, followed by a tasting of Rathfinny Sussex Sparkling. £34pp.
Sussex Wine Tasting
Skip the tour element for an extended tasting of our Sussex Wines. Taste through a selection of six wines, spanning both our Sussex Sparkling range and Cradle Valley stills. £24pp.
Sussex Christmas Market
Enjoy a complimentary glass of Sussex Sparkling whilst you shop and browse a selection of market stalls featuring incredible Sussex businesses. This is a great opportunity to do a spot of Christmas shopping and find some unique, handcrafted gifts. Free entry.
Vineyard Dining Options
NEW Set Lunch Menu
Try our seasonal set lunch menu on Fridays and Saturdays. Three-courses for £35 per person. We’ll also have a tasty snack menu for light bites and drinks; perfect if you’re looking for a bite to eat before or after your tour.
Wreathmaking Workshop & Dinner
Join us for a festive evening in the Flint Barns. Start with a glass of sparkling Rosé followed by a wreathmaking workshop and three-course dinner. £95pp.
Sunday Lunch
Our popular Sunday lunches return to the Flint Barns serving wholesome, seasonal, produce-led dishes. Optional Rathfinny wine flights available with all our menus.
The Hut
Enjoy a toastie with a glass of sparkling or hot drink. Between November 2026 – March 2027 The Hut will be open on weekends only from 10.00 – 16.00 with limited seating available in our shop in case of poor weather.
Short Breaks
Christmas at The Cottage
Plan a festive getaway at our self-catering Cottage and enjoy long winter walks in the South Downs before relaxing beside the log fire with a bottle of wine. Check-in to be arranged on either 20th, 21st, 28th or 29th December 2026 for a 7-night stay.
Escape to Sussex Package
We’ve curated a package for you to enjoy everything the Estate has to offer. Start with a glass of Sussex upon arrival, followed by a tour, before indulging in a three-course dinner, overnight stay and breakfast in the Flint Barns farmhouse. From £299.50 for two.
Flint Barns Valentines Package
Escape to the vineyard for a romantic short break. This package includes an overnight stay, breakfast, three-course candlelit dinner and a bottle of Sussex Sparkling Rosé.
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