Details
- Dates: Saturday 15th, 22nd & 29th August 2026
- Time: 12:00 – 17:00
- Details: No need to pre-book, simply turn up on the day, order from the truck and take a seat overlooking the vineyard.
- Location: Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TU
Located outside the Rathfinny winery, the Bluebird food truck and al fresco bar, The Hut, will be serving up a special menu to enjoy overlooking panoramic views of the vineyard and South Downs countryside.
Collect a trail map from the Cellar Door and explore the estate at your own pace on a self-guided walk.
Pre-book a Summer Tour & Tasting and go behind-the-scenes of our RIBA-nominated winery. Discover Rathfinny's unique single-site estate where the full production process takes place from grape to glass. A real treat for fans of grower-producer winemakers.
The Hut is situated in the heart of the vineyard and provides incredible views of the estate. Drop by for a glass of Sussex Sparkling.
Twilight Tours
Experience the beauty of the estate at dusk and the hush of the winery after hours on an exclusive evening tour followed by a wine tasting. Every Saturday during summer. Join the 17:00 tour, perfectly timed if you're visiting the food truck before. £34 per person.
The Hut
Our al fresco wine bar, The Hut, will be open alongside the Bluebird food truck, serving Rathfinny Sussex Sparkling wines by the glass. Hot drinks, soft beverages and other wines from our portfolio will also be available. Open 10:00 to 18:00 on Saturdays.
Summer Tour & Tasting
Learn how we make world-class vintage Sussex Sparkling wines on our single-site estate, followed by a tutored tasting. Summer Tours run Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, £34 per person.
Tasting Experience
If you're limited for time or simply interested in the wine tasting element, skip the tour for an extended tasting of six Sussex wines. Available Friday - Sunday throughout the summer months. 12:00 or 14:00. £22 per person.
About Bluebird
Bluebird has proudly stood on King’s Road for over a hundred years as an iconic Art Deco emblem of London. Originally the Bluebird Motor Garage, Sir Terence Conran’s ‘Gastrodome’ was created for the capital’s socialites and royalty and remains so today. Across their famous courtyard, café, restaurant, bar, private dining rooms and exclusive members club room, Bluebird serves Modern British, seasonal cuisine, alongside English wines and innovative cocktails. Part of The Evolv Collection.
Bluebird Tasting Room Takeover
A seven-course tasting menu hosted in the Rathfinny Tasting Room from an icon of the King's Road. For one night only on 15th August 2026.
Orrery by Pierre Minotti
A seven-course tasting menu hosted in the Rathfinny Tasting Room from Michelin-starred restaurant, Orrery by Pierre Minotti. 22nd & 29th August 2026.