Blabers Hall

Blabers Hall Wine Estate: A Family-Run English Vineyard in the Heart of Warwickshire

Tucked into the rolling Warwickshire countryside just north of Coventry, Blabers Hall Wine Estate is one of a growing wave of family-run English vineyards turning cool-climate winemaking into a way of life. Planted in 2016 and harvested for the first time in 2018, the estate is the brainchild of Clarke and Adele Adams, who moved to Blabers Hall in the autumn of 2013 and set about turning their rural home into a working vineyard, Cellar Door and tasting venue. Today the estate produces ten different wines, hosts tours, tastings, open days and seasonal events, and ships bottles across the UK from its online shop.

From family home to working vineyard

The story of Blabers Hall begins with a house move. Clarke and Adele Adams moved into the property in autumn 2013 with their two sons, Jacob and James, drawn by its space, its rural setting and the prospect of living off the land. The family wanted a business that was natural, that was grown from the land around them, that gave something back and that looked after the environment - and that could sustain them, and potentially their sons, into the future.

After considering several options they settled on a vineyard. Clarke prepared the land and, in spring 2016, the family planted out their first vines, choosing grape varieties whose growing characteristics suit the cooler English climate of the West Midlands. Their first harvest came in 2018, a bumper year, and the estate has successfully harvested every year since - not a given with cooler climates and the unpredictability of English weather. That consistency has allowed the cellar to grow quickly, and the estate now releases ten wines: five still whites, two still rosés, one still red, one sparkling white and one sparkling rosé.

The business is run by BH Wine Ltd, trading as Blabers Hall Wine Estate (VAT No. 436426395, AWRS: XLAW 000 0011 9503). The registered address and cellar door are at Green End Road, Fillongley, Warwickshire CV7 8EP. Day-to-day enquiries go to adele.adams@blabershall.co.uk, while group bookings of 16 or more should be directed to sales@blabershall.co.uk. The estate can also be reached by telephone on 01676 463344 or, for terms and conditions matters, on 07719 226726. The estate is also active on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter / X, LinkedIn and Pinterest.

Visiting the vineyard

Blabers Hall sits just outside the village of Fillongley, north of Coventry and within easy reach of Birmingham, Solihull, Leicester and the wider West Midlands. The vineyard is a working farm and the terrain around the rows of vines is uneven, so visitors are asked to dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear - tours still run in inclement weather. There is plenty of free parking on site and guests are welcome to leave their cars overnight if they want to relax with a glass after the tasting. The Tasting Room and Cellar Door, where the guided tasting takes place, are both on one level and fully accessible. Anyone who finds the vineyard walk too much is welcome to skip straight to the tasting - which the team cheerfully describe as "the best bit". Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the vineyard walk but are not permitted inside the Tasting Room or Cellar Door. Children cannot attend the tasting itself, which is strictly 18+ and operates a Challenge 25 policy - anyone lucky enough to look under 25 will be asked for photographic ID.

The wines

All Blabers Hall wines are produced from estate-grown fruit and bottled on site, and the range covers the full spread of styles that work in the English climate: aromatic still whites, food-friendly reds, easy-drinking rosés and traditional-method sparkling wines. Bottles can be bought directly from the online shop (free UK delivery on orders over £80, 3 - 5 day courier service, or free local delivery and collection from the vineyard), from the Cellar Door during visits, and from selected farm shops and independent restaurants.

Sparkling wines

• Hemlingford Rose Sparkling Wine - £35.00. A dry, complex sparkling rosé with fine bubbles and notes of strawberry and redcurrant, made to be enjoyed as an aperitif. View product.
• Hemlingford White Sparkling Wine - £35.00. Three grape varieties combine in this dry, complex sparkler with aromas of pastry and brioche and fine bubbles. 11.5% vol, 75cl, vegetarian and vegan. View product.

Still white wines

• Hemlingford White Medium Dry - £14.00. A medium-dry blend of three varieties with intense fruit characters and a long, lingering aftertaste, equally at home as an aperitif or with a main course.
• Blythe White Medium Dry - £15.00. Elderflower and subtle herbaceous notes, with melon undertones and a lightly honeyed finish - the team's recommended pairing for seasonal asparagus and other light summer dishes.
• Solaris Dry White - £14.00. Zesty citrus fruit on the nose and palate, with a zingy feel and a great lingering finish. A balanced acidity makes it a versatile food wine.
• Phoenix Dry White - £14.00. Floral and herbaceous, with sage and tarragon on the nose and refreshing elderflower and sage on the palate, finishing beautifully rounded.
• Ortega Dry White - £15.00. Crisp and fruity, with green apple and grapefruit aromas, cut grass and flora on the nose, and a wonderfully long aftertaste.

Rosé wines

• Hemlingford Rose Medium Dry - £14.00. (Pinot Précoce.) A rosé brimming with summer fruits, blending strawberry and redcurrant with a refreshing aftertaste - excellent on its own or with picnics and barbecues. Currently out of stock.
• Blythe Rose Dry - £15.00. A refreshingly dry rosé with balanced acidity and structure. An easy-drinking style that pairs well with salty cheeses and summer salads - perfect for long summer days with the BBQ.

Red wine

• Hemlingford Red - £16.00. 11.5% ABV. Bright ruby in the glass, with a vibrant nose of redcurrant and elderberry, hedgerow freshness and a subtle floral lift. Lightly oaked, with ripe elderberry and cherry on the palate, soft tannins and a hint of sweet spice. Recommended with roast pork, duck or nutty cheeses.

Other shop items

• Wine Tasting at Home Box - bring the Blabers Hall tasting experience into your living room. Each box contains a curated selection of the estate's wines, breadsticks for palate cleansing, tasting placemats and pencils for six, tasting notes, a how-to guide and a welcome insert with a 10% off code for the next box. Available as a 3-bottle box (Blythe White, Blythe Rosé and Hemlingford Red) for £55.00, or a 4-bottle box (Blythe White, Blythe Rose, Ortega and Hemlingford Red) for £70.00. Optional add-ons include a bottle of Blabers Hall Sparkling White or Rosé to start the evening and recyclable plastic glasses. All boxes are vegetarian; allergens include wheat (gluten), milk, soy, eggs and sulphites, with a risk of peanuts and sesame. There is no gluten-free option. Order a Wine Tasting at Home Box.
• Gift Wrapping - £2.50. Bottles can be gift-wrapped in a cellophane bag with bow and tag, or in Christmas foliage with a tag and hessian tie. A choice of ribbons - Navy Blue, Red, Yellow, Pale Pink or Pale Blue - is available; Navy Blue is used by default.

Wine tastings and vineyard tours

The headline experience at Blabers Hall is the Wine Tasting at the Vineyard, which costs £22.50 per person and lasts approximately 1.5 hours. Guests start with a gentle 30-minute walk through the vineyard, where they can learn about the grape varieties the estate grows and the methods the team uses, with plenty of time for questions and photos. The group then heads inside to the Tasting Room for a guided tasting of four 60ml glasses of the estate's still wines, with the team walking through colour, aromas and taste. Spittoons are available for those who prefer not to ingest the wine, and each table is served a selection of bar snacks - breadsticks, crisps, chocolate and olives. The Cellar Door is open afterwards so visitors can buy any bottles they enjoyed. A glass of the estate's Sparkling White Wine can be booked as an optional extra on arrival.

Anyone who can't manage the walk is welcome to join for the tasting portion of the visit. Visitors are asked to arrive no more than 10 minutes before their booked time and to bring valid photo ID for the Challenge 25 check. A 7-day cancellation policy applies to vineyard tours. Group bookings of 16 or more can be arranged by emailing sales@blabershall.co.uk.

Tastings and tours can also be given as gift experiences through the Gift Card & Experiences. Four set-price vouchers are available:

• £45 - Wine Tasting & Tour for two people.
• £58 - Wine Tasting & Tour for two people with a glass of English Sparkling Wine each.
• £90 - Wine Tasting & Tour for four people.
• £116 - Wine Tasting & Tour for four people with a glass of English Sparkling Wine each.

Custom-amount eGift Cards are also available. All gift cards and experience vouchers are valid for 12 months and must be redeemed and booked online before they expire. The Wine Tasting & Tour season runs from May to October each year, with over 30 dates typically on offer across Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays.

Special tasting events

In addition to the standard tours, Blabers Hall runs a series of themed "Sips" evenings during the summer and harvest months. Two formats run in 2026.

Sparkling Sips: Bubbles Edition

A two-hour celebration of the estate's sparkling wines, priced at £50 per person. Guests enjoy eight curated 40ml pours across four of the estate's sparkling whites and rosés, each paired with a sharing plate of cheese and charcuterie, chocolate-dipped fruits, olives, sundried tomatoes, biscuits and sweet treats. The evening includes a gentle wander through the vines and access to the wine shop afterwards. Three dates were originally on sale - Friday 21, Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August 2026 - though all three are now fully booked. Due to the nature of the pairings, vegetarian, gluten-free and nut-free alternatives are not available for this event.

Harvest Sips: Gather & Graze

The harvest edition of the Sips series, priced at £40 per person. Guests enjoy eight curated 40ml pours across four of the estate's still whites and rosés paired with seasonal sharing plates - cheese and charcuterie, seasonal fruits, olives, sundried tomatoes, biscuits and sweet treats - plus a wander through the vines to soak up the season. Sparkling wine is available to purchase on arrival. Saturday 10 October 2026 is fully booked; Sunday 11 October 2026 has tickets available.

Open days and events

Outside of the ticketed tours, Blabers Hall runs a packed programme of open days and ticketed evenings through the summer and autumn. Highlights from the 2026 calendar include:

• Sundown at the Vineyard - Friday 28 August 2026, 6.30pm - 10.30pm. An evening event with breath-taking vineyard views at sunset, a live support act (TBC) and space for a picnic with a view. Early Bird tickets were £8.00 adult / £2.00 child (under 16), rising to £10.00 / £4.00 thereafter.
• Wine, Walk & Talk - Sunday 27 September 2026, 6.00pm - 6.30pm. A free, informal walk through the vineyard and behind-the-scenes talk on how the team grow their grapes and manage the vines. RSVP only.
• Harvest Open Day & Craft Market - Sunday 4 October 2026, 11am - 4pm. An autumn open day with live music (singing from 11.30am), a curated artisan market of handcrafted goods and seasonal treats, a wine bar and food stalls.
• Sip & Paint with Kate Brush - Thursday 22 October 2026, 7pm - 10pm. An autumnal evening with artist Kate Brush creating a Silver Birch acrylic painting on canvas and a miniature ghost painting on a slate heart. Includes a glass of still wine on arrival and snacks. Tickets £50.00.

Shopping, trade and practicalities

The Blabers Hall online shop ships across the UK mainland with free delivery on orders over £80.00 (3 - 5 working days via trusted courier). Free local delivery or collection from the vineyard is also available. All orders must be paid by credit/debit card or PayPal; the estate does not currently ship overseas. Blabers Hall operates a Challenge 25 policy, so anyone who looks under 25 will be asked for ID before a sale or supply of alcohol. A 15-day returns window applies to wine damaged in transit.

For those looking to stock Blabers Hall in their own farm shop, deli or restaurant, a trade price list is available on application at blabershall.co.uk/trade. The estate is already stocked in a variety of farm shops and local independent restaurants.

Behind the scenes: looking after the land

Sustainability and a sense of place run through everything at Blabers Hall. The estate was set up specifically as a natural business that "gives something back and looks after the environment", and the family chose cool-climate grape varieties that suit the local conditions rather than fighting them. Vines have produced a crop every year since the inaugural 2018 harvest, and the team hopes to plant more in future - particularly black grape varieties - to expand the red and rosé sides of the range. Pre-ordered bottles can be collected from the vineyard.