The Albury Wine Festival

Join us at the vineyard for one of our favourite events of the year as we mark Surrey Hills Wine Week – a celebration of the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills.

Spend the afternoon among the vines with a glass or two of Albury wine and enjoy live music, pizza and ice cream, local cheese & charcuterie, tours of the vineyard, plus a unique chance to sample wines from other Surrey Vineyards.*

Booking is essential as tickets are limited and this event always sells out - entry on the day can not be guaranteed without a ticket. 

Your £19.50 entry ticket includes:-

• Entry to the vineyard with access to the self-guided vineyard tour and wildlife walk
• A glass of Albury wine or soft drink on arrival
• A beautiful branded Albury glass to take home
• Live music throughout the afternoon

Wine Bar & Food

Our pop-up wine bar will be fully stocked with Albury wines so you can relax among the vines with a glass, or bottle.

English cheese and charcuterie boards will be available from the bar menu, and we’re delighted that The Pizza Oven and Moooh Ice Cream will also be joining us.

We encourage you to bring a picnic rug or fold-up chair so you can relax in the vineyard, as seating is limited and prioritised for VIP guests. Please note that picnics are not permitted, although you are welcome to bring food for children.

Enhance Your Experience

VIP Tickets

These exclusive tickets include a patio table reservation (2 hours) and a personal welcome from the vineyard owners. The ultimate VIP experience also includes tickets for the Surrey Hills wine tasting (7 wines!) and 'Behind the Vines' experience.

Surrey Hills Wine Tasting (duration 1 hour)

Join renowned English wine expert John Mobbs, founder of Great British Wine, for a guided tasting of Surrey wines from all seven Vineyards of the Surrey Hills.

Entry ticket also required, tasting +£25/person, please note that children are welcome at the vineyard but this tasting is adults-only, thank you for your understanding.

'Behind the Vines' - Stories from the Vineyard (duration 1 hour)

Join Albury Estate Manager Alex for a leisurely stroll through the vineyard and discover what goes on behind the scenes at Albury, with stories from the vineyard and insights into how the vines are cared for throughout the year.

Entry ticket also required, 'Behind the Vines' +£12/person,  dogs on leads welcome but we don't recommend this experience for those with children.

Essential Information

• This is an outdoor event so please come prepared with appropriate footwear and clothing
• Bring a picnic rug or fold up chairs as seating is limited
• Entry tickets are non-refundable and must be booked in advance
• Children are welcome (no charge), but some activities are adults-only
• You do not need to pay for parking, but must enter your vehicle registration number into the terminal provided

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

All ages are welcome at this event, but you will need to be over 18 to taste and buy the wines. Only adults can attend the Surrey Hills wine tasting.

What time should I arrive?

The vineyard is open from 12pm - 6pm and you can visit any time during these hours. We recommend you allow 2-3 hours to enjoy the experience.

Can I turn up on the day without a ticket?

Entry cannot be guaranteed without a pre-purchases ticket. This event always sells out, don't miss out!

Can I get a refund for my ticket if I can't come anymore or change my mind?

Sorry, no refunds but please pass your tickets on to a friend if you can no longer attend.

Do children need a ticket?

No, only adults.

Do you allow dogs?

Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

What happens if it rains?

This event will go ahead even if it rains - we are in England after all! But it is an outdoor event, so wear waterproof clothing wrap up warm, bring an umbrella and your wellies if required.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking is available at the vineyard, in the Silent Pool public car park, and in the field behind the vineyard shop and tasting room. You do not need to pay for parking, but must enter your car registration number into the terminal provided in the vineyard shop.

We recommend coming by public transport if you can! (You'll be able to enjoy the wine then). The nearest mainline station is Guildford, it has a taxi rank and the vineyard is only a 10 minute drive away. Clandon is the nearest station but it's small, and you will need to pre-order a taxi or uber (5 mins drive from the vineyard).

Will there be food available?

Our popular English cheese and charcuterie boards will be available to order from the bar, and we're excited to have some local Surrey food providers attending our event too - wood-fired pizza from The Pizza Oven and ice cream from Moooh.

Can I bring a picnic?

Sorry, picnics are not permitted but we don't mind if you bring food for children.

What should I bring?

This is an outdoor event, which will go ahead whatever the weather! Please dress accordingly, and wear waterproof clothing and sensible footwear if necessary.

Limited seating is available so we encourage you to bring a picnic rug or some fold up chairs.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes please, either printed or on your phone as this will help speed up the entry process.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes, you can give your ticket to someone else, just make sure they attend with the ticket.