Whitstable Wine Tasting
Festive Market
We've taken over Whistable Castle - stuffing it full of red, white, sparkly, mulled and more. A chance to sip, sample and enjoy up to 70 wines, as well as meet the makers. Indulge your senses in the finest tastes Kent and beyond has to offer.
Sunday December 7th - Whistable Castle 11-4pm
What To Expect?
What’s included in your Tasting Rooms experience:
🍷 A wine glass on arrival — yours to use and take home
🍇 Unlimited wine tastings included in your ticket price
🌿 A wide variety of wines to explore — including biodynamic, low-intervention, and small-batch gems
🧀 Artisan food and drink to sample, savour, and enjoy
🎁 The perfect chance to stock up for Christmas — or find the ideal gift for your foodie friends
🛍️ Buy your favourites directly from the producers and take them home
📝 Beautifully designed tasting scorecards for each producer — yours to keep
🤝 A rare opportunity to meet and chat with talented local independent makers
Tasting Rooms are brilliant fun — informal, flavour-packed, and full of discoveries.
70+
Wines To Try
Sip your way through a hand-picked selection of exceptional wines — from local vineyards, biodynamic and low-intervention winemakers, to specialist independent wine merchants. From crisp whites and bold reds to festive sparkling gems, discover new favourites and celebrate the art of winemaking at its very best.
Whether you're looking to stock up for Christmas, find the perfect bottle for your table, or choose a thoughtful gift for a foodie friend — this is your chance to taste before you buy, chat with passionate producers, and enjoy a relaxed, flavour-filled afternoon.
Complement your wine journey with a curated selection of artisan cheeses and handcrafted chocolates — from creamy blues and sharp cheddars to silky truffles and rich dark delights.
A deliciously festive experience for true wine lovers.
What's The Timings?
The event is offered in 1 hour tasting entry session slots. 11.00 - 4.00pm
Simply choose your preferred time slot when booking—your ticket gives you full access to the unlimited tasting rooms market experience.
Where Is It?
A beautifully restored historic venue nestled on the Kent coast. With its grand rooms, landscaped gardens, and sweeping sea views, the castle offers a truly unique and atmospheric setting for our event.
Just a short walk from the town centre and the beach, Whitstable Castle combines coastal charm with timeless elegance — making it the perfect location to enjoy a festive tasting experience in style.
Directions
Whitstable Castle is just over 60 miles from London, with direct trains from London Victoria to Whitstable taking around 1 hour 20 minutes.
The castle is a pleasant 15-minute walk from Whitstable railway station, or a short taxi ride if you prefer.
For those arriving by car, the castle is easily accessible via the A299, with free on-site parking available for visitors.
If you are a producer
and would like to get involved...
Get in touch at hello@kentfestivals.com