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Velfrey Makes Welsh Wine History with International Trophy Triumph

Pembrokeshire vineyard wins prestigious Glass of Bubbly trophy and gold medal, plus two silvers, competing against Champagne and sparkling wines from around the world A family-run vineyard in Pembrokeshire has…Continue reading→

Budget fails to deliver for one of Britain’s most promising rural industries 

 “The Government has talked extensively about economic growth, investment and supporting British business. Yet when presented with tangible, affordable measures to help one of Britain’s fastest-growing agricultural and manufacturing sectors…Continue reading→

Chapel Down unveils their most significant new English Sparkling Wine release in a decade

Chapel Down today announces Kit’s Coty Blanc de Noirs 2021, the most significant new product release from the English winemaker in ten years.  Made from hand-picked Pinot Noir grapes grown…Continue reading→

Velfrey to pioneer Charmat-method sparkling wine in Wales

Pembrokeshire Winery at Velfrey Vineyard is set to produce Wales’s first sparkling wine made from Welsh-grown grapes using the Charmat method, adding a new style of Welsh fizz to the…Continue reading→

Balfour Winery launches first ‘Signature’ Chardonnay

Showcasing the best of site-specific premium English still wine Balfour Winery introduces its latest signature expression: a distinctive English Chardonnay crafted to showcase the character of Kent and the Hush…Continue reading→

WineGB urges the Government to recognise the economic potential of English and Welsh wine and provide targeted support, to secure its long-term success and strengthen its international competitiveness

Nicola Bates, WineGB CEO, said: “English and Welsh wine is one of the UK’s fastest‑growing rural industries, but without targeted support in this budget we risk losing momentum. We simply…Continue reading→

WineGB Trade Tasting Signals Major Commercial Growth for English and Welsh Wine

WineGB’s flagship event welcomed its largest-ever audience on Monday 7th September bringing together 80+ producers, alongside buyers, hospitality professionals, journalists, tourism representatives and industry and government colleagues to taste wine and…Continue reading→

Carling Recruitment Appoints New Head of Business Development

Carling Recruitment announces Chris Smart as its new Head of Business Development. Chris joined the team in August 2026, bringing more than 30 years of business development experience across scientific…Continue reading→

WineGB Confirms Scandinavian Tasting Tour, Creating a High‑Value Commercial Opportunity for Members and a Must‑Attend Event for Nordic Buyers

WineGB confirms its Scandinavian Trade & Media Tasting Tour, a three‑city showcase across Stockholm, Oslo and Trondheim, designed to accelerate export growth for English wine producers and deliver meaningful commercial…Continue reading→

IMPRESSIVE GROWTH FOR LEONARDSLEE FAMILY VINEYARDS

Leonardslee Family Vineyards is delighted to announce the launch of a premium new tasting room, located within Leonardslee House, at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens. The Drawing Room at Leonardslee will offer tutored wine tasting experiences…Continue reading→

WineGB secures major operational boost for its members as London City Bond becomes newest Patron

WineGB has welcomed London City Bond (LCB) as its newest Patron, securing a major operational and commercial advantage for producers across England and Wales. As one of the UK’s most…Continue reading→

CROXSONS EXTENDS COMMERCIAL TEAM

Croxsons, the 150 year-old B-Corp certified family-owned business that supplies glass packaging for the food and drink sector, has extended its commercial team with the appointment of Matthew Howarth as…Continue reading→