Warden Abbey Community Vineyard is managed by Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (Beds RCC), the leading community development agency working across Bedfordshire, with a proven track record built up over 70 years.
Get involved
Our vines are cared for by brilliant volunteers, who also help us with historical research, vineyard tours, organising events and fund-raising.
Visit us
Enjoy an experience at Bedfordshire’s historic and beautiful vineyard and round off with a tasting of our delicious wine.
Buy online
Browse and purchase vineyard experiences, tour vouchers, books and Warden Abbey Friends membership in our online shop.
Great day. Relaxing, interesting, and a lovely setting. A hidden gem. Did not know this vineyard was in Bedford. Great wines!
- Tom C
Discover our wine
We aim to produce award-winning quality still white wines each year, supplemented by a sparkling blend when conditions favour.
Bacchus 2022
We only make Bacchus in the best years. Warden Abbey Bacchus 2022 follows our successful 2021, 2019 and 2015 vintages. The 2022 is considered even better than the recently sold out and very popular 2021 vintage.
The Nonconformist 2022
This vintage had a tiny production of only 950 bottles. It is a blend of Reichensteiner and Müller Thurgau grapes from vines that were first planted in 1986. The age of the vines adds to the complexity of the wine that we produce and as the name suggests each vintage is different and like John Bunyan does not conform to type.
Warden Abbey Brut 2019
The start of the palate is bright with a mix of citrus fruits. A pear and tropical fruit influence gives a sweet feel to the mid palate, nice depth of flavour with lime and apple at the back refreshing the long finish. Gentle, fine bubbles.
News and events
Keep up to date with all the latest Warden Abbey news and events.
We had a lovely day at the vineyard picnic on Sunday – the volunteers were really friendly and helpful, it was great set up. It sparked my son’s interest in volunteering at the vineyard as well.
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Keep up to date with what's happening at Warden Abbey Vineyard!
Flying and Teddy Bear Picnic - Saturday 30 August! 🧸🛩️
Join us for a relaxing afternoon at Warden Abbey Vineyard! Bring a rug, pack a picnic and unwind with family and friends in our beautiful vineyard setting.
Bring the children and their teddies - there’ll be a range of activities to keep the children amused while you enjoy some wine, including: Story time; Teddy tombola, Colouring and Bear hunt. For the "big kids", there'll be planes flying from Shuttleworth.
📅 Saturday 30 August
🕙 1pm to 5:30pm
📍 Warden Abbey Vineyard
Book your tickets here: bit.ly/3Hj9vco (£4 online, £5 on the gate. Free entry for under 16s and teddy bears)
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Flying and Teddy Bears Picnic – Warden Abbey Vineyard
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Tickets are now on sale for Warden Abbey Vineyard's Open Day and Wine Sale - Sunday 14 September! 🍇🍷
Join us for a day of wine, history and family fun at our annual Open Day! Stroll through the vines and discover the fascinating story of our medieval vineyard, replanted in 1986 and now thriving as a community project producing award-winning English wines.
Wine purchase options: 2022 Nonconformist, 2019 English Fizz.
Also at Open Day: Pop-up Wine School with Mark Horton from Cambridge Wine! This focus will be on wine blends and food pairings. Sessions at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. £10 per session - advance booking only (15 places per session).
But wait, there's more! Animal Edge Petting Farm, Morris Dancers, Food and Craft stalls, ice cream van - fun for all the family!
🎟️ Entry: Online: £4, On the gate: £5, Children under 16: free entry!
🐶 Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome
🚗 Plenty of parking available
📅 Sunday 14 September
🕚 11am - 4pm
📍 Warden Abbey Vineyard
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Open Day 2025 – Warden Abbey Vineyard
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🎉 Final Reminder! The Flying Day Picnic at Warden Abbey Vineyard is tomorrow!
Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🍷 Chilled wine from our marquee
🌿 Free self-guided or virtual vineyard tours
👨👩👧👦 A family-friendly setting
✈️ Overhead views of the Shuttleworth airshow
📅 Saturday 16 August
🕐 3pm to 8pm
📍 Warden Abbey Vineyard
Book your tickets now (children go free!): bit.ly/3UW4QjC
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Flying day afternoon picnic – Warden Abbey Vineyard
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Bring a rug and a picnic and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with family and friends among the vines. You can take a free self-guided or virtual tour too, and enjoyComment on Facebook
Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not join us this Saturday for the Flying Day Picnic at Warden Abbey Vineyard! ✈️🌿
Pack a picnic, grab a rug and enjoy a chilled glass of wine among the vines. It’s the perfect way to spend a relaxing Saturday afternoon with family and friends.
What to expect:
Chilled wine from our marquee 🍷
Free self-guided or virtual vineyard tours 🌿
A peaceful countryside setting 🌳
Planes flying overhead from the nearby Shuttleworth airshow! ✈️
📅 Saturday 16 August
🕐 3pm to 8pm
📍 Warden Abbey Vineyard
🎟️ Book your tickets now (children go free!): bit.ly/3UW4QjC
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Flying day afternoon picnic – Warden Abbey Vineyard
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Bring a rug and a picnic and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with family and friends among the vines. You can take a free self-guided or virtual tour too, and enjoyComment on Facebook