WineGB is the trade association for UK wine
We cultivate success for our 500 grower and producer members which represents circa 70% of UK hectarage.
We represent the industry to the Government, media, and trade. We provide our members with timely, accurate resources, to help their businesses grow, from guidance and toolkits, to training and marketing access.
At the heart of our work, we help members to make wine, market wine, and tell the story.
Make. market. tell.
Read on to learn more about the fastest growing agricultural sector in the UK.
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boost your business
At the heart of our work, we help members to make and market wine.
Create New Traditions
Drink English & Welsh Wines. Find out more about our internationally award-winning wines.
Visit a Vineyard
Plan your own vineyard tour with our Wine Map. Discover a new wine producer. We have boutique wineries, cozy cellar doors, big wedding venues, Michelin Star restaurants, picnics, art, craft workshops, hen parties, couples getaways, tastings, dog walks, coffees and…
craft your career
Our sector needs to double the workforce. Grow as a viticulturalist, craft wines as a winemaker, showcase the sector at the cellar door, and more. Find out where to study and what the sector offers to support you.
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UK wine news
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Our case to Government
Our sector needs support to grow. Everyone can get involved – that includes you! Find out our asks to Government and help your vineyard.
the Grape Press blog
Vineyards aren’t just for summer: a guide to festive events happening up and down the country
Discover what your local vineyards have in store. From festive tours and tastings to gourmet dinners, traditional markets, and even dog walks, there’s something for everyone this Christmas.
3 smart ways to find the best English Wines for your festive celebrations
How to plan a standout table that showcases the best of English and Welsh wines this Christmas.
2025 in Review: 10 ways WineGB has helped members Make, Market & Tell the story of UK wine
A look at how WineGB has helped members Make, Market and Tell the story of UK wine in 2025.
5 ways to make the most of the Vineyard & Winery Show 2025
This year’s show is on 19th November and WineGB will be there again. We have curated the seminar series on the theme of innovation, with a line up focusing on the cutting edge of viticulture and wine making.
WineGB’s 31 Days of Sustainability: 5 ways to get involved this October
WineGB’s 31 Days of Sustainability: 5 ways to get involved this October October is Sustainability Month at WineGB, a time to celebrate progress, share knowledge, and empower our members to…Continue reading→
5 steps that made the biggest Trade Tasting to date
5 steps that made the biggest Trade Tasting to date How did WineGB manage to buck the tube strikes to have the biggest UK Trade and Media Tasting to date?…Continue reading→
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English Wine Week 2025
Our annual campaign runs in June each year. Did you spot it? Throughout June, we had some incredible media coverage: 📝 Over 500 (533) media mentions of ‘English wine’ across June,…Continue reading→
6 Key Processes For Effective Winery Management – What Good Looks Like
6 Key Processes For Effective Winery Management – What Good Looks Like Claudio Martell Product Director A Complex labour of love Running a winery is a labour of love —…Continue reading→
Making the most of your land – utilities
Making the most of your land – utilities Lisa Busby Exploring Alternative Land Uses with Utilities In today’s evolving energy and infrastructure landscape and with increasing demand for clean energy,…Continue reading→
WineGB Rising Stars 2024
WineGB Rising Stars 2024 The inaugural WineGB Rising Stars Awards and announcement of The Vintners’ UK Wine Apprentice Award 2024 took place on 31 January at Vintners’ Hall. Their purpose is to celebrate and…Continue reading→
6 Steps For The One Block Challenge – How To Trial Regenerative Viticulture
6 Steps For The One Block Challenge – How To Trial Regenerative Viticulture Becky Sykes Programme Director Regenerative viticulture Heard of regenerative farming but don’t know what it means? Or,…Continue reading→
Press Releases
WINEGB’S RESPONSE TO THE 2025 AUTUMN BUDGET STATEMENT
“Another alcohol duty hike unfairly captures the domestic wine industry, putting rural jobs, tourism, and growth at risk at a time when UK wine is gaining global recognition,” says WineGB CEO Nicola Bates.
The Wine Guild of the United Kingdom honours Camel Valley’s Bob Lindo with the Prestigious International Diploma of Honour
The co-founder of Camel Valley Vineyards in Cornwall, was recently awarded the esteemed FICB Diploma of Honour.
A first as the Réunion des Gastronomes serves English Sparkling Wine at its annual banquet
For the first time, the Réunion des Gastronomes toasted the hospitality sector at its annual banquet in Lambeth Palace with English wine instead of the traditional Champagne.
Pembrokeshire’s Velfrey Vineyard voted Regional Winner for Wales in the Great British Food Awards
Velfrey Vineyard in Pembrokeshire has been selected as the Regional Winner for Wales at the Great British Food Awards 2025.
Joint statement on proposed alcohol duty hike in 2025 budget
In a joint statement ahead of the Budget on 26 November 2025, WineGB urges the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, not to raise excise duty
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