Dunesforde

04/09/2026

🍇 Harvest Update – Monday 7th September 🍇

Unfortunately, the weather had other ideas for our first harvest and yesterday's unexpected rainfall meant we had to postpone picking.

We're now hoping to get our 2026 harvest underway this Monday, 7th September, starting at 8am.

Whether you've registered your interest in volunteering for harvest, or just happen to be available to join us on Monday, please complete the lunch form below. Filling in the form will also confirm your attendance for the day.

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We'll provide lunch, refreshments throughout the morning and, of course, a well-earned glass of Dunesforde wine once the picking is done!

We're very excited to finally get started — fingers crossed the weather plays ball this time! 🍇🥂

01/09/2026

Thinking of harvesting with us this year? 🍇

First harvest this Thursday!!

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/rc8XJRNW2epLZRKo6

29/08/2026

The year has flown and all of a sudden it's harvest time at Dunesforde! 🍇

If you're interested in helping pick the grapes this year you can sign up right here:

Below are our first 7 potential harvest dates, but please note that not all of them will necessarily go ahead. We need some flexibility to allow for the weather, grape ripeness and winery requirements. We’ll keep you updated as soon as we know which dates are going ahead, and will let you know of ...

23/08/2026

Last chance to join us for our Cheese and Wine evening with The Cheeseboard coming up this Thursday, bookings close tomorrow!

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18/08/2026

We're hiring: Office Manager / Business Operations Coordinator

We're looking for an organised, proactive and highly capable person to join the team at Dunesforde Vineyard.

This isn't a traditional office administration role.

You'll report directly to the owners and become a key part of the day-to-day running of the business, helping to bring structure to a busy environment, improve organisation and make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

Dunesforde is an award-winning, family-run vineyard established in 2016. We produce single estate-grown wines, welcome visitors for tours, tastings, events and our seasonal wine bar, and supply a growing number of leading restaurants and hospitality venues.

📍 Dunesforde Vineyard, North Yorkshire
🕘 Full-time, Monday–Friday
💷 Competitive salary, dependent on experience

We're particularly interested in someone who is exceptionally organised, confident managing multiple priorities and enjoys taking ownership and finding better ways of working.

Previous experience in office management, business support, administration, hospitality, tourism or events would be advantageous, but attitude, organisation and attention to detail are more important to us than experience in any one industry.

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]

If you know someone that would be interested please share this post with them.

19/06/2026

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

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? 🤔

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! ☀️ ☀️ ☀️