Grape Britannia

Exploring Orange Wine
2025-10-22 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Not quite red, not quite white, orange wines are one of the fastest growing categories within the vinous world. Beloved of sommeliers and with a history stretching back to the dawn of winemaking, we’ll explore a range of these wonderful wines and let you see what all the hype is about!

International Awards: Gold Medal English Sparkling Wines
2025-11-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Taste 6 absolutely stunning English sparkling wines, all of which won gold medals in the premier international wine competitions. These fantastic fizzes were judged blind by panels of international wine judges, and awarded the top accolades. Find out why they loved these wines!
As well as luxuriating in the taste of these top tipples, you may find a special bottle of two for Christmas gifting!

Seasonal Cocktails at Grape Britannia
2025-11-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
It’s not all about wine! Following the amazing reaction to Grape Britannia’s first cocktail tasting earlier this year, we’re hosting another cocktail evening at which you’ll sample five delicious and varied cocktails, perfect for the season, based on English and Welsh Sparkling Wines and spirits, of course, designed by a passionate local mixologist. Cheers!

Your Winners!
2025-12-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
At the end of every tasting we hold, we ask our guests to vote for their favourite wines. For this tasting, we chosen 6 of the vote-winners – half a dozen truly special wines. It promises to be a sensational evening’s tasting – and may provide some Christmas present ideas too!

Private event (Christmas Party)
2025-12-17 17:00 - 23:00
Get in touch if you are interested in hiring Grape Britannia for your Christmas do. This date is taken!

Christmas Carols at Grape Britannia
2025-12-23 19:30 - 20:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Our annual Christmas Carols evening is a lovely way to get in the festive mood! Join in the singing as we work our way through the classic carols. Song sheets and good cheer will be provided!
Just turn up, no need to pre-book.

NYE Magnum Tasting
2025-12-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Start your New Year’s Eve celebrations in style – or if you’re not inclined to party late into the evening, make this the occasion to mark the moment! Nothing says luxury like a larger format bottle of sparkling wine, and we’ve assembled a selection of magnums of the finest English Sparkling Wines from which to pop the corks this 31st December.
While we’ll still pour your wines and tell you some highlights about each of them, there’ll be less chat from us than normal, allowing you to socialise with friends at your table. For those who want to know a bit more about the wines, we’ll happily come round the tables to talk with you. For this tasting, you’re welcome to bring any food you fancy- we’ll provide plates and cutlery.
The tasting will be led by our former Shop Manager, Felix, who is returning for a guest presenter slot!

Flint Vineyard with Dan Kirby from Flint
2026-01-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
A perennial favourite of our customers, Flint Vineyard in Norfolk has a focused range of innovative and delicious wines. Their winemaker, Ben Witchell, graduated top of his winemaking class and has never looked back. Pioneers of the charmat style sparking wines in England, and trend-setters with their lightly oaked Bacchus, Flint have proven time and again that they push forward the boundaries of English winemaking.
Join us for an exploration of their range with Flint Vineyard’s own Dan Kirby.

Valentine's Sparkling Rosé Tasting
2026-02-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Would you like to savour a taste of England’s most expensive sparkling Rosé, Nyetimber’s 1086 Prestige Rosé (£175 per bottle)? Here’s your chance, where you’ll get to compare it to five other delightful English sparkling rosés. If that doesn’t make your heart beat faster, we don’t know what will!
At Grape Britannia, we believe that rosé is the strongest sub-category in English Sparkling Wines. Fall in love with these wines!

Jenny's Choice
2026-02-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
The grapes of Champagne – in England! Compare the flavour profiles of different grapes that go into English Sparkling Wines and Champagne. We’ll be trying five still white wines based on a single variety, followed by two still white wines, one with five of the seven varieties in it, the other with all seven!
This event is the brainchild of, and named in honour of, one of our most loyal and longstanding attendees, for whom this will be her 50th Grape Britannia wine tasting!

The Hannah Campbell Quartet: Live Jazz
2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Join us for Grape Britannia’s first live music event – an evening of jazz from The Hannah Campbell Quartet!
The glorious ensemble of New-York-based singer Hannah Campbell, sax, piano and bass guitar will work their way through some standards and more off-the-beaten-track numbers.
Doors: 7.30pm. Set starts 8.00pm

Women in Wine
2026-03-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
To celebrate International Women’s Day, join us for a Sunday afternoon tasting six special wines. We’ll celebrate a selection of pre-eminent women working across different areas of the English wine world. Be inspired by their stories – and of course their sensational wines!
As in previous years’ Women in Wine events, it will include the showing of short videos created by and featuring each of the women, in which they tell their stories.

5 years on: 2020 Pinot Noirs
2026-03-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Join us for a very special evening as we taste through a range of Pinot Noirs from 2020, five years on from their release.
We wrote in our 2020 VIntage Report, five years ago: “there is a palpable sense of excitement amongst the winemakers, as the nascent 2020 wines sit in tank or barrel, about the quality of the grapes that they did bring in, and the wines that they are crafting from them”. Tasting them in 2026, the excitement is proved justified.
We’ve assembled a selection of some of the finest examples of 2020 Pinot Noirs, the majority of which aren’t available to purchase anywhere else.
The wines have been carefully cellared in temperature controlled conditions for the past five years and are now in beautiful form, ready for a tasting that will showcase not only some lovely wines, but a part of English and Welsh winemaking history.

Balfour Winery Tasting with Mat from Balfour
2026-04-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Balfour Winery, based in Kent, are one of England’s most consistently excellent, and innovative, vineyards. They have won dozens of awards for their wines, at both domestic and international level. At Grape Britannia, we have stocked their wines since we opened our doors almost seven years ago.
Mat from Balfour will be leading the tasting of 6 of their fabulous wines, a mix of sparkling and still and a range of colours and styles. You’ll hear from him about the history of the vineyard and stories behind the wines.

Wine and Crisp Matching
2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
*** SOLD OUT! *** The return of our most iconic event!
Have you ever wondered if the packet of crisps you reach for while enjoying a glass of wine is the optimal flavour match?! This fun wine tasting evening will showcase six excellent English wines alongside their perfect crisp flavour partners.
For those of you who’ve been to one of our wine & crisp pairing evenings before, we’ll have some new combinations for your delight and delectation.

England vs France!
2026-05-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
*** SOLD OUT! *** We think English wines are world-class: this event will put this to the test by pitting 4 English wines against 4 equivalent wines from France!
You’ll taste each pair blind, so no bias will be involved! Pairs of sparkling wines, whites, rosés and reds will be tested to see if the upstart, youthful English wine industry really can compete for quality and value with the venerable French vignerons. Whatever the outcome, it’ll be an intriguing night with 8 exceptional wines to savour!

Welsh Wine Week Tasting
2026-05-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Explore the enormous variety and exceptional quality of Welsh wines at this tasting which celebrates the viticulturists and winemakers of Wales, in advance of Welsh Wine Week, which runs from 29 May to 7 June.
There’ll be fizz, both tradtional method and Pét Nat, as well as whites and reds, from vineyards across the country, made from an intriguing range of grapes.
Llechyd da!

Seasonal Cocktails at Grape Britannia
2026-06-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
It’s not all about wine! Following the amazing reaction to Grape Britannia’s cocktail tastings last year, we’re hosting another cocktail evening at which you’ll sample five delicious and varied cocktails, perfect for the season, based on English and Welsh Sparkling Wines and spirits, of course, designed by a passionate local mixologist. Cheers!

Rosé Exposé
2026-06-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Summer surely invites rosé wines! Our tasting evening will showcase 6 styles of English & Welsh rosé wines. So, think pink, and join us for an exploration of sunshine’s perfect accompaniment!

Gold Medal Winning Fizz!
2026-07-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Grape Britannia’s Matt Hodgson had the honour of joining two Masters of Wine on a Decanter wine magazine judging panel for a feature on non-vintage English Sparkling Wines (out in the Decanter June 2026 edition).
It was an incredibly high-quality tasting, with 11 gold medals awarded in total. Matt has selected 6 of these for a tasting that is sure to be one of your wine highlights of the year.

Punting on the River Cam with Wine & Cheese
2026-07-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Jesus Green, near Byron’s Bear, Jesus Green, near Byron's Bear, CB5 8AQ
Hosted in partnership with The Traditional Punting Co, Tastings on the Cam is a unique wine tasting experience in Cambridge that combines expertly curated British wines, artisan cheese pairings, and a traditional chauffeured punt tour along the River Cam.
Set against the backdrop of the historic Cambridge College Backs, guests will enjoy a relaxed 90 minute evening exploring some of Britain’s finest wines whilst drifting past King’s College, Clare College, Trinity College, and some of Cambridge’s most iconic riverside scenery.
Throughout the experience, Matt from Grape Britannia will introduce each wine, explain its vineyard of origin, and guide guests through the carefully selected cheese pairings designed to complement each tasting. Along the way, guests will gain insight into the stories behind the vineyards, the characteristics of each wine, and the craftsmanship that goes into producing some of Britain’s most exciting wines.
Whether you are a wine enthusiast, a cheese lover, or simply looking for a memorable evening in Cambridge, Tastings on the Cam offers a truly distinctive way to experience the city. Combining local expertise, outstanding British produce, and the unique perspective of the River Cam, this is a food and drink experience unlike any other in Cambridge.
Spaces are strictly limited to create an intimate and enjoyable atmosphere on board, making this event ideal for couples, friends, visitors to Cambridge, and anyone looking to discover exceptional British wines in an unforgettable setting.
Book through the link to the Traditional Punting Co’s website, below. Tickets £45.

Roll of the Dice
2026-09-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Roll the dice – 12 wonderful wines, but which 6 will you get to taste? The eclectic line-up covers sparkling and still, white, red and rosé. There’s a couple of £60+ bottles on the list, and some all-time staff favourites – will their numbers come up for you?
A different format to our normal tastings, each table will roll to see what they get to try, with a brief but info-packed intro to each wine.

Gusbourne Tasting, with Keiron Price from Gusbourne
2026-09-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Gusbourne are at the pinnacle of English winemaking, and we’re delighted to welcome Keiron Price from Gusbourne to our shop to take us through 6 of their fabulous wines. While best known for their outstanding sparkling wines, Gusbourne also produce small amounts of sensational still wine: you’ll get to try a couple of these too.
This is a wonderful opportunity to sample some of England’s finest wines, with the inside chat from Keiron.

The Many Faces of Bacchus
2026-10-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Bacchus, god of wine, and the name of England’s most famous grape. Usually made as a still dry aromatic wine, “a bit like Sauvignon Blanc”, come along to this tasting where we’ll explore how wonderfully versatile it is. Still and dry? Of course – but how about sparkling? Oaked? Sweet? Sherry-like? Aged?
If you’re a Bacchus fan, or totally new to the grape, this is the tasting for you.

International Awards: Gold Medal Winning English Sparkling Wines
2026-11-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Taste 6 absolutely stunning English sparkling wines, all of which won gold medals in the premier international wine competitions. These fantastic fizzes were judged blind by panels of international wine judges, and awarded the top accolades. Find out why they loved these wines!
As well as luxuriating in the taste of these top tipples, you may find a special bottle or two for Christmas gifting!

Seasonal Cocktails at Grape Britannia
2026-11-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
It’s not all about wine! We’re hosting another cocktail evening at which you’ll sample five delicious and varied cocktails, perfect for the season, based on English and Welsh Sparkling Wines and spirits, of course, designed by a passionate local mixologist. Cheers!

Danbury Ridge Library Vintages Tasting, with Liam Idzikowski from Danbury
2026-11-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Danbury’s first seven vintages of Pinot Noir, plus 4 carefully selected Chardonnay vintages – wow! We are absoutely delighted to welcome Liam Idzikowski, Danbury’s winemaker since their inception, to Grape Britannia to take us through this remarkable tasting.
We’re excited about every event that we host, but we have to admit that we’re jumping up and down in anticipation of this one!

Your Winners
2026-12-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom

NYE Sparkling Magnum Tasting
2026-12-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Grape Britannia Shop, 34 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB41EN, United Kingdom
Start your New Year’s Eve celebrations in style – or if you’re not inclined to party late into the evening, make this the occasion to mark the moment! Nothing says luxury like a larger format bottle of sparkling wine, and we’ve assembled a selection of magnums of the finest English Sparkling Wines from which to pop the corks this 31st December.
While we’ll still pour your wines and tell you some highlights about each of them, there’ll be less chat from us than normal, allowing you to socialise with friends at your table. For those who want to know a bit more about the wines, we’ll happily come round the tables to talk with you. For this tasting, you’re welcome to bring any food you fancy- we’ll provide plates and cutlery.
