Thursford Old Hall

About Thursford Old Hall

Thursford Old Hall is a boutique vineyard nestled in the picturesque village of Thursford in the heart of Norfolk, East Anglia. This relatively young English winery was established in 2019, placing it among the newer generation of UK vineyards contributing to the exciting growth of English wine production. Despite its modest scale, with just 0.11 hectares of vines currently planted, Thursford Old Hall represents the passion and dedication that is driving the expansion of viticulture across Norfolk and the wider East Anglia region.

The vineyard focuses its planting on grape varieties well suited to the cooler English climate. Chardonnay forms a significant part of the planting at Thursford Old Hall, a grape that has proven remarkably successful in English wine production, particularly for crafting elegant sparkling wines that rival traditional Champagne method offerings. The vineyard also cultivates Pinot Meunier, a key component in many celebrated English sparkling wines, adding depth and roundness to the final blends produced at the winery.

Adding further diversity to its portfolio, Thursford Old Hall also grows Solaris, an early ripening hybrid variety that has gained traction across UK vineyards for its ability to achieve full ripeness even in challenging British summers. This combination of traditional sparkling wine grapes alongside more resilient modern varieties reflects a thoughtful approach to viticulture that maximises the potential of the East Anglia terroir.

Thursford Old Hall is not currently open to visitors, which means its wines can only be enjoyed through retail and distribution channels. For wine enthusiasts eager to explore Norfolk's growing wine scene, the county offers several other vineyards and wineries that welcome visitors for tours, tastings and direct purchases. The emergence of vineyards like Thursford Old Hall demonstrates how even small, private operations are contributing to Norfolk's reputation as a serious wine producing area within the dynamic and expanding world of English wine.