Dunesforde

Dunesforde Family-run vineyard in Upper Dunsforth, Yorkshire. Open for wine sales, tours and tastings and bar. Our aim is to produce exceptional cool climate wines.
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We planted Dunesforde vineyard in May 2016, with four different varieties of grape. The vineyard is run by the Townsend family, who have lived in the village for the past 30 years. The 4-acre vineyard is planted with Bacchus, Solaris, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir; 6,000 vines in all.

19/06/2026

If you need a last minute present for Dad, we're open until 8pm tomorrow😉

Some good news from the vineyard this week.We were delighted to learn that both our Sparkling Pinot Gris and Queen of th...
18/06/2026

Some good news from the vineyard this week.

We were delighted to learn that both our Sparkling Pinot Gris and Queen of the North Special Reserve have been awarded Silver Medals at the WineGB Awards, continuing our decade-long journey to produce outstanding cool climate wines.

However, what made this week's results particularly special for our family was seeing James Townsend receive his first ever Gold Medal under his own label, Leornian Wines, for his remarkable still Chardonnay.

Produced from Essex-grown fruit, the grapes were whole-bunch pressed before fermentation and ageing in ceramic, followed by further maturation in seasoned oak barrels. Bottled by hand without fining or filtration, just 530 bottles were produced.

Many of you may know James through Dunesforde and the Townsend family. While Leornian Wines is very much his own venture, seeing him receive recognition for a project built with such care and dedication was a proud moment for all of us.

Awards are never the reason we make wine, but they are a welcome reminder that years of hard work, patience and attention to detail can be recognised.

Congratulations James – thoroughly deserved! 🍾

01/05/2026

It’s almost two weeks since our Food & Wine Fair and what a delicious day it was! Thanks to all the amazing local businesses who were part of the day and to everyone who came along and enjoyed the food and wine.

Don’t forget - you don’t need to wait until the next fair to visit the vineyard. Our Terrace and Cellar Bar are open on Fridays and Saturdays so come down, enjoy the wine, a deli board and the beautiful views! ☀️

27/04/2026

It’s asparagus season and we have some delicious asparagus growing just up the road from the vineyard . Emily has a fantastic pairing suggestion with one of our wines and the beautiful green spears.
What’s your favourite seasonal food and wine pairing? 🤔

Hooray! Our Cellar Bar and Terrace reopen for the season this Friday. With the first signs of budburst on the vines and ...
22/04/2026

Hooray! Our Cellar Bar and Terrace reopen for the season this Friday. With the first signs of budburst on the vines and a fantastic forecast for the weekend, there’s only one thing to do – reserve your table now!

Join us from 12 to 6pm on Fridays and 12 to 8pm on Saturdays for a cool glass of rosé or maybe a bottle of sparkling overlooking the vines. Order a deli or cheese board or a few nibbles to pair with your drinks and sit back and enjoy the view.

Tables are limited so we recommend booking in advance (link below) to make the most of the sunshine! ☀️ ☀️ ☀️

Everyone welcome to come along!
17/04/2026

Everyone welcome to come along!

16/04/2026

We can’t wait for our Food & Wine Fair this Saturday, 18th April. It’s from 12 to 6pm at the vineyard in Upper Dunsforth and it’s free entry.

Come along for a very tasty afternoon! Try delicious food from the best local artisan food businesses and sample our award-winning wines. With live music and free wine talks too, it’s an unmissable event.

Warning - you may become as happy as us!
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It’s the day we’ve all been waiting for - our Food and Wine Fair is this Saturday, 18th April from 12 to 6pm. It’s at th...
14/04/2026

It’s the day we’ve all been waiting for - our Food and Wine Fair is this Saturday, 18th April from 12 to 6pm. It’s at the vineyard in Upper Dunsforth between York and Harrogate and only 10 mins from Boroughbridge.

Any questions, just let us know below. We can’t wait to see you there! 🍾 🧀

04/04/2026

What’s happening in the vineyard at the moment?

03/04/2026

What’s the deal with pruning the vines?

Address

Howe Field Road, Upper Dunsforth
York
YO269RU

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+441423369478

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