The Great British Vineyards Guide

Come to Botleys Farm up on the Wiltshire chalk downs above the village of Downton, for our first ever summer open day that includes tours of the organic and biodynamic vineyard, the winery, the distillery and its botanical garden. Meet the viticulture growers, producers and makers behind the award-winning, highly respected labels and drinks made by Domaine Hugo , Offbeat Wines and Downton Distillery.

All three producers have not only achieved to create world-class wines and spirits, they also share a strong sustainability ethos and have crafted drinks that are an expression of the local landscape that reflect this provenance.

This is a FREE event but please book a ticket before attending. Visit any time between 10am and 2pm that suits you.

Children and dogs must be supervised. Tastings available for 18+ years.

Vineyard tours: 10am and 12 noon
Winery tours: 11am and 1pm
Distillery is open 10am-2pm

Domaine Hugo is an small, organic and biodyanmic vineyard with a focus on regenerative soil health and biodiversity that pays attention to every detail and does everything by hand. They craft exceptional, idiosycratic, traditional method sparkling wines made in collaboration with Offbeat Wines.

Offbeat Wines Daniel and Nicloa Ham are negociant winemakers who create small batch, highly expressive, low intervention wines that constantly push the boundaries of wine making in England.

Downton Distillery is a micro-distillery known for its adventurer-inspired, locally sourced artisan spirits. Wiltshire's heritage, local botanicals, seasonal harvests and conservation projects shape every bottle that is produced.