Essex Houses & Gardens - Eleven Unique Destinations in Rural Essex

Bardfield Vineyard
The Great Lodge
Great Bardfield
Braintree, Essex CM7 4QD
Tel: 01371 810776

For details of opening times and admission prices please telephone
01371 810776 or

Once in the ownership of Anne of Cleves, the present vineyard was planted in 1990.

As the soil and climate are similar to those of Alsace grape varieties of that region have been planted which are capable of producing very fruity, aromatic wines of high quality.

Tour the vineyard and the walled garden, taste the wines and eat in the beautiful 17th century farmhouse. There is also a magnificent Grade I listed brick and tile barn built by Anne of Cleves in 1541.

Essex Houses & Gardens - eleven unique destinations in rural Essex comprising eleven wonderful places to visit
with glorious gardens, important historic buildings, fascinating locations and spectacular views.

Each attraction operates independently and makes its own arrangements for opening to the public
You are advised to check admission dates, prices and any special requirements you may have before you visit.

The county of Essex is full of beautiful surprises. Essex Houses & Gardens comprises eleven glorious historic buildings and gardens which are keen to welcome groups.
It is easy to visit one place or more in a day, as distances between us are relatively short. Each has its own distinctive character and atmosphere.
All can offer refreshments, and special events are arranged from time to time. Please contact any of our locations directly for further information.

Essex Houses & Gardens and its predecessor web site Magical Heritage Essex provides information about days out in essex, where to go and includes the Essex heritage attractions at Bardfield Vineyard, Beth Chatto Gardens, Cressing Temple, The Gibberd Garden, Hedingham Castle, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Ingatestone Hall, Layer Marney Tower and Marks Hall. These Essex tourist attractions include historic buildings, fascinating locations and refect Essex heritage. These attractions are located in Castle Hedingham, Ingatestone, Layer Marney, Colchester, Harlow