Canterbury Wine Festival™

From multi-award-winning household names to family estates and newer places, connect with producers including Barnsole, Biddenden, Brabourne, Chartham, Domaine Evremond, Gusbourne, Heppington, Nine Oaks, Oastwood Wine, Simpsons Wine Estate, Terlingham, Warehorne, Wayfarer, Woodchurch Wine, Woolton Farm, the Wine Garden of England (Chapel Down, Squerryes, Westwell, Yotes Court) and Corkk English wine specialist.

New for 2026 is the VIP Experience on Friday 15th May - an exclusive opportunity to access the Festival opening event, with a Masterclass from Master of Wine Clive Barlow, food pairing, goody bag and more, all within your ticket price.

On Saturday 16th May, enjoy the Festival Experience, which includes access to Canterbury Wine Festival, over 60 different Kent wine tastings, a meet and greet with 16+ Kent vineyards and a tasting brochure. Elevate your festival experience by adding a 45-minute wine-tasting Masterclass, led by acclaimed wine expert and festival co-host Master of Wine Clive Barlow. Tasting pairings, including cheese platters, Oyster Buoys, and pizza, will be available to purchase on the day.

Whether you’re just starting your wine journey or seeking new discoveries, this is the ultimate wine tasting event to explore Kent’s diverse wines in one place, and taste and buy some of the best English wines around.

Secure your spot now at www.westgatehall.org/canterbury-wine-festival.

Westgate Hall is a fully accessible venue, close to transport links and a short distance from Canterbury West train station. Travel by Southeastern trains to save on your train ticket.

This event is supported by Founding Sponsor Burgess Hodgson Accountants, Key Partner Girlings Solicitors and Supporters Corkk English Wine Specialist, Canterbury BID and Southeastern.