Rosé Festival
Saturday 26th – Sunday 27th July 2025
Celebrate summer in style at the Balfour Rosé Festival — a weekend-long celebration of English rosé with live music, local food, and vineyard experiences in the heart of Kent. Set against the stunning backdrop of our estate, this is your chance to sip award-winning rosé and soak up the sunshine this July.
Whether you’re a wine lover, foodie, or just looking for a perfect day out, the Rosé Festival has something for everyone.
🎟️ Tickets | £20pp
🥂 Complimentary glass of fizz
🚌 Free shuttle to and from Marden station
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Live Music
Soak up the summer vibes with a full weekend of live music on the lawn. From acoustic sets to upbeat bands, our lineup of local artists provides the perfect soundtrack to an afternoon of rosé, relaxation, and celebration in the vineyard.
BBQ, Oysters & More
Tuck into a variety of delicious food options available throughout the day, from casual bites to curated dishes.
- Balfour BBQ with flame-grilled favourites
- Pizza
- Freshly shucked oysters
- Our Winemaker’s Kitchen open for seasonal dishes
Tours & Tastings
Want to dive deeper into the world of English wine? Join one of our guided vineyard tours and tastings, available to book separately during the festival. Learn more about our history, vineyards, and winemaking before trying six of our signature wines.
Tours fill up fast, so we recommend booking in advance.
Sip & Paint
with The Chalk Spot
Add a creative twist to your day! The Chalk Spot will be hosting bottle painting sessions where you can decorate your own wine bottle to take home along with a glass of rosé to sip while you paint.
Sessions are £70 and include all materials, a guided workshop, your personalised bottle of limited-edition wine, and a glass of Nannette’s Rosé.
Book Your Ticket
🗓️ Saturday 26th – Sunday 27th July • Time?
📍 Balfour Winery, Staplehurst, Kent
🎟️ Tickets | £20pp
🚌 Free shuttle to and from Marden station
🥂 Complimentary glass of fizz
FAQ's
Yes, advance booking is recommended as this is a popular event. Tickets are available online.
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- Entry to the Rosé Festival
- Free transfer to and from Marden station
- A complimentary glass of fizz
We welcome dogs on the outside terrace but please note that due to the nature of the event they will need to be kept on the lead.
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed to walk around the estate (except guide dogs) or in our restaurant.
Yes, free on-site parking is available, but we encourage car sharing or utilising our free shuttle to and from Marden station
Our Rosé Festival is an outdoor event on the terrace and throughout the vineyards, so dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear!
Yes, vineyard tours will be running throughout the day. You can book in advance or we will be offering spaces on the day too. However, spaces are limited and tours do sell out, so we recommend booking early.
