On Wednesday 15th October, we’re delighted to welcome you to an exclusive Astronomy Night presented by renowned astronomer Jane Green FRAS. Taking place at the Flint Barns on the Rathfinny Wine Estate, our location in the foothills of the South Downs means we are part of the International Dark Sky Reserves, benefitting from uninterrupted star-studded views across our Vineyard.
Jane will be hosting “A Tour of the Universe” —an inspiring and accessible astronomy talk. There will also be the opportunity to view objects in the night sky through a telescope, weather permitting.
An overnight package or a ticket for the talk and dinner is now available to book.

Jane Green
Sophisticated ground and space-based telescopes are transforming our view of the Universe. Using the latest jaw-dropping images and stunning audio visuals, Jane reveals the wonders of the cosmos, sharing perspective, majesty and beauty on the grandest scale. Her powerful and insightful odyssey begins and ends with ‘nothing’ yet the vastness between is mind-blowing!
Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, author, broadcaster and presenter, Jane has appeared on television as well as national radio, and has shared her passion for astronomy all over the world, most recently for Sir Richard Branson and his Virgin Galactic Team at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich.
Jane co-presented a pioneering National Theatre tour – A Tour of the Universe – deemed “a first and a triumph” by BBC Sky at Night presenter, Professor Chris Lintott. She writes regularly for leading UK and US astronomy publications and is author of the bestselling Haynes Astronomy Manual.

Itinerary
18:00 – Welcome glass of Classic Cuvée on arrival & canapes.
18:30 – Jane’s Green’s astronomy talk commences in the marquee.
19:30 – Three-course dinner served with the opportunity to chat with Jane and ask questions.

Astronomy Escape
If you would like to extend your stay, our Astronomy Escape Package includes a glass of Classic Cuvée and a selection of handcrafted canapés, a 3-course dinner in the Flint Barns Dining Room and an overnight stay with breakfast the next morning.
From £285 for 2 people sharing a Cosy Double room.
The Menu
Canapes
Glass of Rathfinny Classic Cuveé 2019 to start
Smoked salmon croustade, lemon and dill
Pea and truffle arancini
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Starter
Burrata and roasted Sussex beetroot, quince, nasturtium pesto
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Main
Braised shoulder of lamb, butter beans and lovage aioli
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Tart fine porcini mushroom, onion confit, Swiss chard
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Dessert
Lemon posset, toasted meringue, shortbread

Event Details
- Date: Wednesday 15th October
- Time: 18:00 – 22:00
- Price: £85 per person for talk & dinner. Room package from £282 for two guests.
- Dietaries: Please note, we can cater for dietaries with advance notice.
- Contact our reservations team: +44 (0)1323 87 00 22 / reservations@rathfinnyestate.com
- Location: The Flint Barns, Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TU