English Wine Experiences
Memorable group experiences at England's finest vineyards — beautiful countryside, great wine and a day worth leaving London for. All within an hour of the city, all organised for you.
Experiences
Escape London. Discover English wine.
Just beyond London, a different kind of day awaits. We create memorable group experiences at some of England's best vineyards — combining beautiful countryside, English wine and great food, without the stress of organising it all yourself.
Whether you're celebrating a birthday, planning a hen party, getting the team out of the office or looking for a day out with friends, we'll create the experience and take care of the details.
You choose the occasion. We organise the escape.
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English wine, beautiful countryside and a day away from the city.
Swap the London crowds for rolling vines and discover English wine just 45 minutes from the city. Our Vineyard Escape is the perfect introduction to English wine and an easy way to enjoy a countryside day without needing a car.
And for lunch? That's up to you. Choose from the vineyard's selection of dining options and pay on the day. We'll make sure you know what's available and reserve a table where appropriate.
Perfect for
Birthdays, hen parties, celebrations and groups of friends
Vineyard Food & Fizz
A slower, more indulgent way to enjoy the vines.
If wine, food and good conversation are more your style, make a day of it with our Food & Fizz experience. Spend the day at an English vineyard, enjoy a selection of English wines and settle in for a relaxed food experience surrounded by the countryside.
The experience will be tailored depending on the vineyard, date and availability.
Perfect for
Birthdays, hen parties, girls' days out and special celebrations
Bespoke Vineyard Day
Want something a little more special? We'll create it.
Whether you want a relaxed day of wine and food, a more luxurious celebration or a completely bespoke itinerary, we'll take care of the planning. Tell us what you're looking for, your group size and your budget, and we'll create an experience around you.
Every bespoke experience is individually priced depending on your requirements.
Private English Wine Tastings
You don't have to leave home to discover English wine.
We bring a selection of English wines to your home, office or chosen venue and host a relaxed and informal tasting for your group. Learn about England's growing wine industry, discover different styles of English wine and enjoy some great wine with your friends or colleagues.
Perfect for
Birthdays, dinner parties, hen parties, girls' nights, corporate events and client entertaining
Corporate Experiences
Forget another afternoon in a meeting room.
We create memorable countryside away days for London teams, working with English vineyards and independent British producers to create experiences that are sociable, relaxed and different. From an English vineyard day to a completely bespoke countryside experience, we'll handle the planning, bookings and logistics.
Tell us about your team and we'll come back to you with some ideas.
Why Beyond London
We believe you don't have to travel for hours to have a completely different experience. There are incredible vineyards, farms, food producers and independent businesses right on London's doorstep. Beyond London was created to make those places easier to discover.
And by choosing Beyond London, you're helping support the independent British businesses and producers that make these experiences possible.
We personally visit and vet every venue — so you know you're getting the real thing, not a tourist trap.
Every experience is planned and personalised for your group, occasion and budget.
Bookings, reservations, logistics, transport — all handled. One point of contact for everything.
All you need to do is turn up, enjoy the countryside and make some memories.
How it works
Fill in our short enquiry form with your date, group size, occasion and what you'd like to do.
We'll recommend the best option for your group and take care of the bookings and logistics.
All you need to do is turn up, enjoy the countryside and make some memories.
Who we're for
A sophisticated alternative to another night out. Beautiful setting, exceptional English fizz, and the bride-to-be doesn't have to organise a thing.
Mark the milestone properly. From intimate vineyard days to full bespoke celebrations — we'll make it a day that lives up to the occasion.
For groups who want to do something genuinely different, without anyone spending weeks organising it in a group chat.
Team building, company offsites and end-of-year celebrations. We handle everything so your team just turns up and enjoys it.
About
I spent years working in innovation before taking on a programme coordination role within the Royal Household, where I was responsible for organising over 200 engagements a year for a senior working member of The Royal Family. That experience taught me that exceptional organisation, handled discreetly and efficiently, can make almost anything possible.
I've always had a passion for wine. Tastings across Europe and America have taken me from Champagne to Tuscany, Porto to Napa Valley — and I've watched English sparkling wine go from a curiosity to an internationally celebrated product over the past decade. I hold the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines and am continuing to develop my knowledge of the English wine scene.
Beyond London exists to make English wine more accessible — through curated vineyard day trips to award-winning estates in Kent, Surrey and Sussex, and private English sparkling wine tastings brought directly to you. We work with a carefully selected portfolio of vineyard partners, handling every detail so that you can simply show up and enjoy the experience.
We're just getting started, and we can't wait to share England's wine with as many people as possible.
Emily Johnston, Founder
FAQ
How far are the vineyards from London?
Our main vineyard experience is around 45 minutes from London by direct train. Other vineyards and experiences may be further away, but we'll always provide clear travel information.
Do I need a car?
No. We recommend travelling by train from London, making it an easy countryside escape without the need to drive. Private transport can be arranged on request.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included in the Vineyard Escape. This gives you the flexibility to choose from the dining options available at the vineyard and pay directly at the venue. For other experiences, dining may be included depending on the package you choose.
Do you organise transport?
For our standard vineyard experience, guests generally make their own way to the vineyard by train. We'll provide all the information you need. Private minibus or coach transport can be arranged on request.
Can you cater for dietary requirements and non-drinkers?
Yes. We'll let you know what options are available at the venue and can help coordinate dietary requirements when making your reservations.
Can you organise something completely different?
Absolutely. Our vineyard experiences are where we started, but we're always looking for interesting ways to get people beyond London and into the countryside. If you have something specific in mind, tell us what you're looking for and we'll see what we can create.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for weekends and larger groups. However, we'll always do our best to accommodate last-minute enquiries where availability allows.
What areas do you cover?
We work with vineyards and producers across Kent, Surrey and Sussex — all within 60 minutes of London. Private tastings are available across London and surrounding areas.
Get in touch
Whether it's a birthday, hen party, team day or simply an excuse to drink English wine somewhere beautiful, we'll help you create a day worth leaving London for.