Visit Eastbourne Holiday Guide 2024 - Magazine - Page 17
Raise a Gla
A visit to the south coast isn’t complete without a glass of Sussex Sparkling.
Recently named a Protected Designation of Origin, Sussex is fast becoming one of
the world’s top growing wine regions thanks to its chalky hills and sunny climate –
similar to that of the Champagne region of France!
ALFRISTON & RATHFINNY
This picturesque village in the Cuckmere
valley is home to Tudor inns, tea shops, an ancient
stone cross and a thatched Clergy House – the National
Trust’s 昀椀rst ever property. As well as its stunning riverside walks,
the village is home to Rath昀椀nny – one of the biggest independent
vineyards in Europe! Pop in for wine tasting tours, alfresco summer
lunches and 昀椀ne dining in the Michelin recommended restaurant.
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