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WineGB 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.

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

WineGB launches new Hiring Toolkit to support recruitment in wine industry

WineGB has launched its latest Hiring Toolkit, the third in its series of comprehensive guidance documents supporting best practice in vineyards and wineries. Launched during National Inclusion Week it is aContinue reading

Tom Gold Trade Tasting 2025

WineGB celebrates its biggest National Trade & Press Tasting

Despite the unforeseen transport challenges of the tube strike, WineGB has pulled off its most successful National Trade & Press Tasting to date (Monday 8th September 2025). With over 80Continue reading

Trade Tasting 2024

Education and storytelling at the WineGB National Trade & Press Tasting

WineGB is pleased to share further details of its forthcoming 2025 National Trade & Press Tasting. This year’s event is moving to a central London location and will be takingContinue reading

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UK vineyard map July 2025

5 ways to plan your visit with the interactive UK Wine Map

If you’re looking to explore the newest, most exciting sector of hospitality and tourism, the UK wine map is a great place to start.

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.

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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 toContinue reading

Trade Tasting 2025

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

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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

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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

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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 andContinue reading

Industry Press Releases

Vagabond brings the UK’s largest urban winery to London

Blending winemaking, eating, drinking and discovery under one roof, Vagabond Canada Water brings Londoners closer to the craft of wine than ever before.

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.

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.

England gets there first: Balfour Nouveau 2025 launches ahead of France’s Beaujolais Day

The latest release from the Kent based winery is being positioned as a genuine rival to our neighbours across the Channel.

The King’s Award for Sustainable Development presented to Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking, Surrey

Earlier this year, Denbies received The King’s Award recognising its outstanding commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation.