Kent · Canterbury & the North Downs
Barnsole Vineyard
A vineyard at Staple near Canterbury where you can drop in for a free tasting Thursday to Sunday, or book a one-hour tour. Dogs and children welcome.
The visit
From Barnsole Vineyard’s own website, October 2026. We’re checking these details with the estate, so confirm before you travel.
Thursday to Sunday
Open Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm, plus bank holidays. Other times by appointment; call ahead in poor weather.
Drop in or book
Drop in for a free tasting, or book the one-hour tour: a walk among the vines, a look inside the winery and a tasting flight.
Kentish platters to order
Order a Kentish cheese or charcuterie platter in advance. Picnics aren’t permitted.
Both welcome
Dogs and children are welcome.
Barnsole is on Fleming Road, Staple, near Canterbury. Ask the vineyard about getting there without a car.
Common questions
When is Barnsole Vineyard open?
Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm, plus bank holidays.
Do you need to book a tasting at Barnsole?
No, you can drop in for a free tasting. The one-hour tour is booked by phone or email.
Are dogs and children welcome at Barnsole?
Yes, both.
At a glance
- Where
- Staple / Canterbury, Kent
- Tours & tastings
- Free drop-in tasting; one-hour tour
- Opening
- Thu–Sun 11am–4pm
- Food on site
- Platters, ordered ahead
- Stay on site
- Checking with the estate
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Nearest station
- Checking with the estate
Also in Canterbury & the North Downs
- Simpsons’ Wine Estate Barham / Canterbury
- Domaine Evremond Chilham
- Chartham Vineyard Chartham / Canterbury
- Westwell Wine Estates Charing
- Terlingham Vineyard Hawkinge / Folkestone