Alder Vineyard

Award‑Winning Vineyard | Tours & Tastings | Devon Kitchen Café | Dog‑Friendly
Lewdown, West Devon – Overlooking Dartmoor

Discover Alder Vineyard, a family‑run, award‑winning Devon vineyard set on the south‑facing slopes of Alder Estate, just outside Okehampton. Known for its breathtaking Dartmoor views, warm hospitality and high‑quality English wines, Alder Vineyard invites visitors to grow their love of wine far beyond the bottle.

A Family Vineyard at the Foot of Dartmoor

Born from a family desire to create something unique on their Devon land, Alder Vineyard is now home to 5,000 thriving vines, grown with care by a small, dedicated team. From the muddy boots of winter pruning to sunny harvest days, this hands‑on approach is at the heart of their winemaking journey.

Their wines—crafted from varieties including Madeleine Angevine and Rondo—are earning awards and national attention, helping place Devon firmly on the English wine map.

Wine Tours & Tastings – Go Beyond the Bottle

Alder Vineyard is renowned for its immersive wine tasting and vineyard tour experiences

Led by Tom, the estate's “head wine wizard”, tours guide you through:

A walk among the vines, learning the hands-on work behind growing grapes at the foot of Dartmoor
A behind‑the‑scenes look inside the new winery
A fun, informal wine tasting of their latest English vintages

Tours typically run Friday–Sunday, last around 1–1.5 hours, and can be booked online.
Private group tours (10+ people) are available on request, including evening experiences.

The Devon Kitchen – Award‑Winning Café & Tearoom

Named Best Café + Tearoom of the Year 2023 and 2024 Devon Tourism Gold Winner, Alder Vineyard’s onsite kitchen is a destination in its own right.

Enjoy a menu created to showcase the best of Devon’s local produce, including:

Local cheese & charcuterie platters
Fresh open sandwiches and seasonal plates
Homemade Devon splits and handmade cakes
Tamar Koffi coffees and indulgent sweet treats

Their Breakfast Club (Fri–Sun, 9–11 am) features Devon‑inspired breakfasts from stacked English classics to eggs Benedict.

Visitor Experience & Facilities

Alder Vineyard is designed to be welcoming and accessible for all:

Free parking on‑site
Café, bar & gift shop stocked with Devon’s best food and drink producers
Dog‑friendly (on leads) in the kitchen, shop, and on tours
Baby changing facilities and disabled visitor access (please note: vineyard slopes are not wheelchair‑friendly)

Open Wednesday–Sunday (9 am–5 pm), with tours primarily

Shop Their Wines & Gifts

Take Devon home with you. The onsite and online shop offers:

Their award‑winning English wines
Gift vouchers for vineyard tours and winemakers’ lunch experiences
Local spirits, artisan food products and hand‑crafted gifts.

Why Visit Alder Vineyard?

- Multi‑award‑winning café & vineyard experience
- Stunning Dartmoor scenery
- Warm, family‑run hospitality
- High‑quality, small‑batch English wines
- One of Devon’s top‑rated visitor experiences.
- Whether you’re a wine lover, food enthusiast, or simply exploring the Devon countryside, Alder Vineyard offers an unforgettable taste of the region—from vine to glass, and kitchen to plate.

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