New campaign launched to showcase Suffolk vineyards

25/06/26

A new Suffolk Wine Trail has been launched to help showcase Suffolk’s growing collection of local vineyards.

Funded by the visitor economy teams at Mid Suffolk District Council, Babergh District Council and West Suffolk Council, a new Suffolk Wine Trail, hosted on the Visit Suffolk website, has been created to support this new generation of vineyards and help boost wine tourism.

Wine tourism is increasing across the UK according to industry trade body WineGB, as tourists seek out vineyard tours and the opportunity to sample local wines. There are more than 13 vineyards in Suffolk, with many offering tastings, regular tours and fine-dining experiences, with eight of the biggest being profiled on the Visit Suffolk website.

The launch of the Suffolk Wine Trail coincides with English Wine Week (20th June – 28th June), a celebration of British viticulture.

Vineyards being spotlight as part of this campaign are:
•   ARK Wines
•   Burnt House Vineyard
•   Coopers Croft Vineyard
•   Giffords Hall Vineyard
•   Hawkswood Vineyard
•   Shotley Vineyard
•   Valley Farm Vineyards
•   Wyken Vineyards

Giffords Hall Vineyard and ARK Wines sit just outside Sudbury, with Coopers Croft Vineyard a little further west into the countryside. Hawkswood Vineyard and Wyken Vineyards sit to the east of Bury St Edmunds, while Burnt House Vineyard is just outside of Stowmarket. The furthest south is Shotley Vineyard near Shotley, while Valley Farm sits the furthest north just outside of Halesworth.

The vineyards offer wines produced by a range of grapes, including Bacchus and Pinot Noir, leading to white, rose, red and sparkling varieties.

Nick Watson, chair of WineGB East and responsible for Coopers Croft Vineyard, based in Suffolk, commented:

"If you like wine, then Suffolk is a region to really get excited about. We have got near perfect conditions with the quality of our soil, the changing climate and our centuries of farming knowledge. That has really ramped up over the past few years to the point we are now creating truly world class wines. The Suffolk Wine Trail is just the start of our legacy as a leading English wine region.”

Councillor Derek Davis, Cabinet Member for Sustainable Economy at Babergh District Council, said:

“Not only is this a great way to showcase the brilliant wine-offering here in Suffolk, but it is a great boost for local businesses and will do wonders for the local economy. My nearest is the wonderful Shotley Vineyard but I will certainly be paying visits to others in south Suffolk too. So, if you are a wine-lover, I encourage you to explore others on the website."

Find more information on the Suffolk Wine Trail page on the Visit Suffolk website.