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Robotics project for British wine industry secures over £475k in Government funding

Cambridge-based company Autopickr, together with Coopers Croft Vineyard and WineGB, have been awarded over £475,000 in Government funding for a pioneering robotics project. Autopickr, known for their autonomous robots forContinue reading

Significant London retail listing for Leonardslee Family Vineyards

Leonardslee Family Vineyards is pleased to announce that it has secured a significant listingwith Nicolas UK, with all three wines available in 5 of its prime retail location London stores.ThisContinue reading

UK’s top awarded wines of 2024 revealed with creation of the ‘Golden 50 Wines List’ 

In partnership with the Vineyard & Winery Show, WineGB has launched the Golden 50 Wines List to showcase the wines that have won gold medals in 2024 across 10 nationalContinue reading

WineGB comment on agricultural property relief

Commenting on the changes to agricultural property relief announced in the recent Budget, CEO of WineGB, Nicola Bates, said: “This is a real body blow for our sector which isContinue reading

WineGB Wessex Wine Awards celebrates 40 years

WineGB Wessex has announced the winners of its annual 2024 awards at a Celebration Lunch held at The PIG hotel in Brockenhurst (12 November). This is the 40th year ofContinue reading

WineGB launches comprehensive EDI resource for wine industry

To mark the end of its 30 Days of Sustainable Action campaign, WineGB has launched its ‘People Support Hub’ to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion within the wine industry. TheContinue reading

Autumn Budget

WineGB’s response to the 2024 autumn Budget statement

Responding to the autumn Budget, WineGB CEO Nicola Bates said: “We understand the fiscal situation and the need for growth. Today’s Budget was an opportunity for the Government to helpContinue reading

What a Roux! Renowned chefs Michel and Emily Roux replace Champagne with Chapel Down

Renowned chefs Michel and Emily Roux delighted unsuspecting diners at Emily’s restaurant Caractère in Notting Hill ahead of World Champagne Day (25 October). Showcasing the exceptional quality of English sparklingContinue reading

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WineGB launches first Sustainability Impact Report for International Day of Climate Action as SWGB coverage rises to over 40% of UK vines in just four years

WineGB has launched its first Sustainability Impact Report on the International Day of Climate Action as part of its 30-day programme of sustainable action. The report shows significant early coverageContinue reading

WineGB calls on Government to prioritise the GB wine industry

With two weeks until the Budget announcement, WineGB is calling on the Government to prioritise the English and Welsh wine industry by reducing duty and providing support for growth. InContinue reading

White Castle Vineyard Launches New Winery

White Castle Vineyard, one of Wales’ premier wine producers, is proud to announce the successful start of Harvest 2024 on October 10, 2024, marking a new chapter in the vineyard’sContinue reading

Langham Wine Estate named The Real Review Winery of the Year Great Britain 2024

One of the leading producers of English sparkling wine, Langham Wine Estate has been named The Real Review Winery of the Year Great Britain 2024, coming out on top ofContinue reading