Tillingham

Tillingham is set amongst 70 acres of rolling hills and woodlands with far-reaching views along the Tillingham River valley and across to the fortified, hilltop town of Rye, East Sussex, to the sea and the Romney salt marshes. At Tillingham we are committed to farming in a diverse way. We believe this is not only a highly sustainable approach, but in conjunction with biodynamics, aims to restore soils to an optimum level of organic matter, with microbial and wider ecological diversity. This mixed farm, which dates from the 13th century, is home to 26 acres of vineyards, fruit trees, ancient woodland and livestock. The renovated farmstead provides a place for visitors to stay and enjoy the produce of the farm and the local area in the Michelin Green Star restaurant and rustic pizza barn. Tours and tastings run daily, giving guests the opportunity to learn more about our vineyard and winemaking practices. Our philosophy at Tillingham would be best summarised as progressive: incorporating what we know of the best scientific and technological knowledge available to us, whilst championing ancient traditions and best practice learnt from millennia of farming and winemaking. We make wines across a wide range of styles, spanning both still and sparkling, letting the fruit of each vintage guide us. You will find a rotating lineup of white, skin contact, rosé and red wines all utilising our selection of different vessels. A combination of steel, oak, concrete and clay allow us to present each wine in its own unique form.