Pattingham Vineyard: English Wine on the South Staffordshire Hills
Pattingham Vineyard: English Wine on the South Staffordshire Hills
Nestled on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Pattingham, tucked into the rolling countryside of South Staffordshire, sits one of England's newer family-run wineries. Pattingham Vineyard has grown, in just a few short years, from a bare field into a thriving twelve-acre vineyard producing around 30,000 bottles of still and sparkling English wine every year. Today, visitors are welcomed not only to taste the wines but to walk the vines, drink a coffee overlooking the slopes, and discover a story rooted in family, food and a love of the English countryside.
Run by Martin, Jane and Stevie Wilcox, the vineyard is a proudly independent, family-owned business. Its small on-site tasting room and coffee shop - SIP - has become a destination for locals and visitors looking for relaxed hospitality in an unmistakably English setting.
The Site: South-Facing Slopes, Sandy Soil, Natural Spring Water
Pattingham Vineyard's land is, in the words of the family, "perfect for growing vines." The site offers three fundamentals that any grower would envy:
- South-facing slopes that catch the English sun through the growing season.
- Natural spring water running beneath the land.
- Free-draining sandy topsoil that suits vine roots exceptionally well.
Equally important, the land had only ever been grazed before the vines arrived. It had never been exposed to chemicals of any kind, which allowed the family to take a low-impact, sustainable approach to wine making. After preparing the land, planting and trellising, they adopted a low-intervention philosophy and let nature take the lead. What began as four acres quickly expanded as the vineyard's reputation grew.
How Pattingham Vineyard Started
The story is a thoroughly English one. Martin, Jane and their family are self-confessed food and wine lovers - collectors of long summer days, winters by the fire, birthdays and Christmas gatherings, all enjoyed with a glass of wine. In 2016, the family had the opportunity to buy some land adjacent to their home on the outskirts of Pattingham. It was a quiet, picturesque village in beautiful South Staffordshire countryside. The question was: could they really make wine here?
"We're the first to admit we didn't know a great deal about the winemaking process," the family explain. "But we knew a good wine when we tasted one. We also knew if we put our hard-work and dedication into something, it would work - and so, in 2018 Pattingham Vineyard was born."
By 2021, the vineyard pulled in its first major harvest. Today, those four original acres have grown to twelve, and the winery produces approximately 30,000 bottles of award-winning still and sparkling wines every year.
Grape Varieties: Built Around PIWI Resilience
Choosing what to plant was a deliberate, well-researched process. The family's selections blend traditional Champagne varieties with newer PIWI varieties - a German abbreviation used to describe grape varieties that are fungus-resistant and require very low intervention. This is at the heart of Pattingham's sustainable approach.
Vineyard One and Two (Planted 2018)
- Seyval Blanc - a versatile variety that enjoys the English climate and is used to create exceptional English sparkling wines.
- Pinot Noir Précoce - "précoce" translates as "early," meaning this variety of Pinot Noir ripens earlier than usual, which suits the English climate perfectly. It underpins both the Sparkling Rosé and the single-variety Great Moor red.
Vineyard Three (Planted 2019)
- Solaris - a wonderfully crisp and refreshing white variety with notes of tropical fruits and a gorgeous citrus finish. It forms the backbone of the Nurton Brook white wine.
- Rondo - a red variety blended into the Divico blend to create the Rudge Heath red.
Vineyard Four (Planted 2020)
- Divico - a Swiss variety capable of producing a heavy, full-bodied red wine. It is also a PIWI variety.
- Siegerrebe - planted as either a potential single-variety white or to add extra flavour to the Nurton Brook blend.
Because two-year-old vines were purchased when vineyard four was planted, the family could harvest from it as early as 2021. The Solaris, Siegerrebe and Pinot Noir Précoce grapes also contribute to the Moor Meadow rosé, which is described as having notes of summer berries - "a stunning summer tipple."
The Wines
Pattingham's range is small but carefully curated, with each wine named after a local place or landscape feature. All wines are suitable for vegans.
Still Wines
- Nurton Brook 2024 (Solaris) - £14.99. A crisp, refreshing English white with tropical fruit notes and a citrus finish. (Currently sold out online.)
- Moor Meadow 2023 (Rosé) - £14.99. Notes of summer berries make this an ideal English summer tipple.
- Rudge Heath 2023 (Divico) - £18.99. A full-bodied red made from the Swiss Divico variety blended with Rondo.
- Great Moor 2024 (Pinot Noir Précoce) - £16.99. A light, easy-drinking red with flavours of ripe red berries, subtle earthiness and a hint of spice.
- Black Brook 2023 - £14.99. An English red wine from the Pattingham estate.
Sparkling Wines (Traditional Method)
- Sparkling White Wine 2021 - £23.50. A traditional-method English sparkling white, made from Seyval Blanc.
- Sparkling Rosé Wine 2021 - £23.50. A traditional-method English sparkling rosé, made from Pinot Noir Précoce.
Gift Sets and Collections
- The Collection - £110.00. The complete Pattingham wine collection. (Currently sold out online.)
- 'Volume 2' Gift Box - £45.00. (Currently sold out online.)
- 'The Originals' Gift Box - £40.00. (Currently sold out online.)
Wines can be bought online, with free delivery offered on orders of six or more bottles.
SIP: The Tasting Room and Coffee Shop
Perched above the vineyard, SIP is the vineyard's tasting room, coffee shop and social hub. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm, SIP offers the chance to experience everything Pattingham Vineyard has to offer in one visit.
The space opens onto a balcony with bifold doors that, in summer, roll back to take full advantage of the views over the vines. In winter, a log burner keeps things cosy. The team prides itself on using local produce and suppliers, including:
- Iron & Fire coffee beans.
- Shropshire Salumi chorizo and salami.
- Pork pies from the local butcher.
- Homemade bakes, hearty soups and light lunch options.
Visitors can enjoy wine by the glass, wine by the bottle, and curated wine flights alongside a charcuterie platter. The current food menu and drinks menu are available to view online. SIP also operates as the vineyard's bottle shop, so visitors can pick up their favourite tipple to take home - or, if they cannot make it in person, wines can be ordered online with local delivery straight to the door.
Vineyard Tours and Wine Tastings
The vineyard's public tour and tasting is the most popular way to discover Pattingham. It is described by the team as "an informative and engaging experience" and "a lovely introduction to the history of the vineyard and the wines we produce."
The experience typically unfolds as follows:
- A welcoming glass of Sparkling wine on arrival.
- A talk about the history of the vineyard, the grape varieties grown and the yearly cycle of the vine.
- A guided walk around the vineyard itself.
- On return, a tasting of four of the still wines paired with a charcuterie platter (meats, cheeses, crackers, tomatoes and grapes).
- The cellar door remains open afterwards so guests can buy bottles to take home, enjoy an extra glass, or finish with a coffee.
Tickets for the standard Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting Event are £25.00 per person. An Alcohol-Free Vineyard Tour is also offered at £15.00 per person. Gift cards for both experiences are available: the standard Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting Gift Card at £25.00 and the Wine Flight Gift Card at £15.00. A flexible Voucher / Gift Card at £10.00 is also available.
The Artwork on the Labels
Pattingham Vineyard has always had a keen interest in art, particularly the St Ives 1950s school - names like Peter Lanyon and Terry Frost. Early in the project, the family met Stu Perry, the designer at their marketing agency, who is also a talented artist in his own right. Inspired by the family's interests, Stu walked around the vineyard, secured aerial plans of the land, and used them to create original oil paintings. The artwork on every Pattingham wine label is taken from these originals, with each piece chosen to suit the wine it was assigned to.
Events, Festivals and Where to Catch the Vineyard on the Road
Pattingham Vineyard is just as much a presence on the road as it is at home. The team takes its wines, sample glasses and gazebo to food festivals, artisan markets and Christmas events across the Midlands. Upcoming appearances include:
- Tettenhall Dine 'n' Devour - Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September 2026, 10:00 - 17:00, set around the Tettenhall village green. A vibrant food festival with artisan craft and food stalls.
- Leamington Food Fest - Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th September 2026, 10:00 - 18:00. Live entertainment at the bandstand, cookery demonstrations, and a wide range of food and drink exhibitors.
Earlier in the season, the vineyard attended the Pattingham Village Fete (4th July, Pattingham Playing Fields), the Codsall Summer Show (Sunday 5th July, Wheel Field, Codsall) and the Kenilworth Food Festival on Abbey Fields (26th July).
Plan Your Visit
SIP at Pattingham Vineyard is the gateway for most visits. A handful of helpful pointers for visitors:
Opening Hours
- Monday - Closed
- Tuesday - Closed
- Wednesday - 10am to 4pm
- Thursday - 10am to 4pm
- Friday - 10am to 4pm
- Saturday - 10am to 4pm
- Sunday - Closed (open only for private events or one-off tours)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the wine vegan? Absolutely - all Pattingham Vineyard wines are suitable for vegans.
- Is there wheelchair access? Yes. The tasting room and coffee shop are on the first floor, but wheelchair access is provided at the back of the building via the balcony, so everyone can enjoy the view.
- Is the vineyard dog friendly? Yes. Dogs are welcomed on the vineyard, on vineyard tours and in SIP - the team just asks that they are kept on leads at all times.
- Do I need to book a table? Booking is recommended on Fridays and Saturdays, which are the busiest days, and on any day for groups larger than four.
Contact and How to Find Pattingham Vineyard
The vineyard sits in easy reach of Wolverhampton and the West Midlands. The full postal address is:
Pattingham Vineyard
Great Moor Road
Pattingham
Staffordshire
WV6 7AT
Visitors and customers can contact the team by phone on 01902 239099 or by email at info@pattinghamvineyard.co.uk. Follow the vineyard's journey on Facebook and Instagram for the latest release news, vineyard updates and event announcements.
A Family Vineyard with a Clear Sense of Place
From a bare Staffordshire field to an award-winning producer of still and sparkling English wine, Pattingham Vineyard is a quiet success story. Its combination of carefully chosen PIWI grape varieties, traditional-method sparkling wines, a welcoming on-site tasting room in SIP, and a packed calendar of food festivals and village events makes it one of the most approachable new-generation vineyards in the West Midlands. Whether picking up a bottle online, joining a public tour, or stopping by SIP for a coffee and a glass of Moor Meadow rosé with the vines in view, Pattingham Vineyard offers a distinctly English wine experience rooted firmly in family, place and a love of good wine.