The Rother Wine Triangle is the first official wine trail in the Sussex Winelands, marking an exciting beginning of a series of wine trails across the region.
The Rother Wine Triangle stretches between Hastings, Rye and Flimwell, right in the heart of 1066 Country, with clear, recognisable signage along the way.
Located in the beautiful High Weald Area of Outstanding Beauty, you will be spoilt by stunning vistas and beautiful landscapes along the way.
Although we took a mini bus on the day, the trail is very much doable for avid walkers, by bike or by taxi. There is parking along the way if you prefer to drive and use the spitoon.
The Rother Valley is a unique low-lying landscape, clocking some of the highest hours of sunshine in the Country. It’s unique terrain gives rise to some award-winning wines, both sparkling and still.
I visited the Rother Wine Triangle during it’s launch in English Wine Week 2025 and it was a wonderful day filled with delicious local wines, nibbles, interesting talks and tours and a sneak peak into some stunning on-site accommodation.
Participating Vineyards
Encompassing six award-winning vineyards, with clearly passionate owners and growers, with great attention to detail.
- Tillingham
- Oastbrook
- Oxney Organic Estate
- Charles Palmer Vineyard
- Mountfield Winery
- Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard
Tillingham
Tillingham is a natural and biodynamic wine producer rooted in the East Sussex countryside. Set amongst 70 acres of the rolling landscape, with far-reaching views of the Tillingham River, woodlands and rolling hills, this is a popular option for those visiting from London and the surrounding areas.
Our tour guide, Elliot, was extremely professional and knowledgeable. We tried a variety of Tillingham wines, whilst gaining an insight into the workings of the vineyard and winery.
Tillingham uses a highly sustainable, diverse, and poly-cultural approach to farming, aiming to restore soils to higher levels of organic matter and microbial and wider ecological diversity.
The indoor area is rustic yet elegant, with the al fresco area offering lovely views of the surrounding area, where you can enjoy the delicious food and wine offerings.
Tillingham hosts a range of events, from wine tastings, wine tours, wellness events, foraging, winemaker dinners and craft courses.
If you want to stay on site, you can book a comfortable room in the stylish converted barn, or opt for the glamping option, with a king-size bed, private terrace, log burner, wool blankets and fire pit.
Where: Tillingham, Dew Farm, Dew Lane, Peasmarsh, East Sussex TN31 6XD
Oastbrook
Oastbrook Vineyard is brimming with whimsical charm, with the iconic Oasthouses on site, this authentically English vineyard offers interesting events, stunning countryside views, award-winning wines and outstanding experiences.
We were welcomed by the vivacious and frankly, brilliant owner, America, alongside her husband Nick and friendly Labrador Lora. They are clearly passionate about their vineyard, the wine they make and creating a memorable experience for their guests above all.
Visitors can enjoy a range of still and sparkling wines made on the estate, alongside guided tours, tastings, luxury glamping or the quirky Hobbit-style home! This is certainly one of the more whimsical and unusual places to stay in Sussex.
The Waterside Cottage has all the amenities you need for your stay, including a relaxing hot tub, and there are a number of local restaurants nearby if you wish to eat out.
Where: Junction Road, Bodiam, Robertsbridge, TN32 5XA
Charles Palmer Vineyard
Charles Palmer Vineyard is a family-run estate producing some outstanding still and sparkling English wines. The sweeping views of the surrounding countryside are simply breathtaking, with little huts on the hilltop where you can enjoy your wine tasting and the views.
Located in the historic town of Winchelsea, the crops here benefit from a unique maritime climate that enhances the grape production. Guests can enjoy wine tastings, guided tours and learn about the traditional methods used to produce the wines on-site.
There are 14 wine tastings per week, with picnic hampers available daily and “Wine and Cheese” experiences available to book. If you are seeking something more special, they work with select private chefs who can prepare freshly cooked lunch.
Where: Wickham Rock Lane, Winchelsea TN36 4AG
Oxney Organic Estate
Oxney Organic Estate is an award-winning winery, located in Beckley, just north of Rye, with a peaceful atmosphere. I loved the bohemian and homely feel here, surrounded by the gorgeous countryside. Owner Kristen was on site to warmly welcome us and answer any questions we might have had.
Visitors can enjoy a relaxed, self-guided trail around the vineyard, alongside the lovely tasting room. Visitors can also opt for the guided tour around the vineyard and winery to learn how Oxney Organic Estate grows grapes and makes its delicious wine.
Producing consistently delicious wines, whilst remaining organic and sustainable, Oxney Organic Estate has a real focus on sparkling wines, with small quantities of still wine also produced.
There is varying size accommodation on site, with the Old Barn sleeping up to ten people, whilst the smaller shepherds huts sleeping two.
Where: Hobbs Ln, Rye TN31 6TU
Mountfield Winery
Mountfield Winery offers an unmissable, boutique experience on your Sussex wine tour. With a cosy yet elegant tasting room to taste the wines on offer, the owners have brought new life to what was originally farmland. The tasting room was once the horses stables!
Located just a couple of miles from the Battle of Hastings site, the estate was recorded in the Domesday book, with the vineyard and winery much newer additions.
This vineyard grows specifically for sparkling wine, with over 50% of the Chardonnay variety. Everything is carefully produced on-site under the watchful eyes of owners Simon and Lucinda, with the winery now located in the farms old dairy.
Picnics can be prebooked on selected weekends, with other events such as the delightful bluebell walk and cellar door and BBQ event.
There is a cabin, “The Kennels” to rent on the edge of the estate, for up to 2 guests on-site, with a quiet terrace to enjoy a night cap. Staying on site means you can explore more of the surrounding areas of Rye, St. Leonards and Hastings.
Where: Mountfield Court, Robertsbridge East Sussex TN32 5JP
Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard
Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard is famous for being England’s oldest vineyard, dating back to 1979, achieving certified Biodynamic status in 2010.
Set deep in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and in the heart of ‘1066 Country’ there are stunning countryside views from the vineyard and lots to see and do in the surrounding area.
Visitors can enjoy a self-guided wander through the vines and woodlands, or a pre-booked guided tour and tasting is also an option. Enjoy a range of Sedlescombe’s international award-winning wines, and wine can be purchased from the cellar door.
Where: Hawkhurst Road, Sedlescombe, Robertsbridge TN32 5SA
How to get to the Rother Wine Triangle?
Train
The Rother Wine Triangle is accessible by train via Central London
- London St Pancras – Rye (66 minutes)
- London St Pancras – Hastings (90 minutes)
- London Victoria -Robertsbridge (50 minutes)
Car
If you are a designated driver, spittoons are available so you can enjoy the wine tastings on the day. There is parking available at all sites.
Are you looking for wine tours in Sussex? Perhaps you are looking for some new and exciting date ideas in Sussex. Then you must pay a visit to the Rother Wine Triangle.