Crouch Ridge Vineyard

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Crouch Ridge Vineyard is located on gentle south facing slopes overlooking the River Crouch in Althorne. The long hours of sunshine and relatively low rainfall in the area make it an ideal location for growing vines and making top quality award wining still and sparkling wines.

The vineyard was planted in 2010, with classic cool climate grape varieties. Our aim is to grow vines and produce fine wines and combine it with good, local food and a lovely place to sit and relax with friends and family overlooking the local countryside, vineyard and river.

Crouch Ridge welcomes visitors to our beautiful vineyard, and tasting room all year round; Sample our range of Still and Sparkling wines and unique dry Gin; stay and relax with delicious food and wine. Throughout the year we host a number of events, including tutored vineyard tours and tasting; dates and times are added to the website, www.crouchridge.com.  We offer a range of food to complement our wines, including boards for meat, seafood and vegetarian lovers alike, Sunday roasts, delicious deserts and a children's menu.

The tasting room has a large indoor seated area, which is heated in the Winter, and cooled down in the Summer,  it is easily accessible for disabled people. 

There is a large decking area, part of which is covered to accommodate visitors outside, and a grass area in the Vineyard with picnic benches, well behaved pets are welcome on leads in this area.

We can cater for private parties and tailor them to your requirements, please either email or telephone, to discuss what packages are available for your celebration.

We offer public and private tours and tastings and afternoon tea by appointment. Check out the vineyard website for further details and contact the Vineyard on 01621 450450 between Wednesday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm to make a booking

For the perfect gift order Crouch Ridge vouchers on the website, www.crouchridge.com

Award winning wines - Food Hygiene rating 5

 

Guide Prices

Customers can try a small sample of the still wines before they buy bottles of wine, whether a single bottle for a special occasion, or a mix case, we can accommodate your needs.
There is also a full range of hot and cold drinks, and a complementary menu for a snack to pair with the wine to a full afternoon tea, (reservation needed)

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments

Groups

  • Facilities for groups
  • Guided tours for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Facilities for corporate hospitality
  • Grounds for outdoor activities
  • Sole use of venue

Parking

  • Free Parking

Property Facilities

  • Gift shop
  • Guided tours for individuals
  • Public toilets

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Crouch Ridge Vineyard

Fambridge Road, Althorne, Nr Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6BZ

Tel: 01621 450450

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Jan 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - TuesdayClosed
Wednesday - Sunday10:00 - 18:00
Bank Holiday10:00 - 18:00

* Opening days and times - please see our website for events, tours and tastings.
For private tours and tastings please phone for an appointment.

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