The polytunnel is filled each spring with annuals, perennials, and veg to plant in the gardens and to sell at public events
Bridewell produce
Harvesting and using fresh produce is a rewarding part of the growing season
Produce and plants
Growing produce used for cooking or making jams and chutneys, harvesting grapes to create an organic sparkling wine, and caring for the plant nursery at Bridewell is all part of the day to day activities in the gardens.
Plants
Wine
Working with a trusted winery, Bridewell's organic sparkling wine is highly acclaimed
Jams & chutneys
Soft fruit and veg are used to make jams, chutneys, and traditional jellies
Honey
A small quantity of honey is collected each year from Bridewell's hives
Growing produce
Growing fruit and vegetables is a key part of the year's activities at Bridewell. The connection between nutrition, eating a variety of fresh foods and good physical and mental health is well established, but food production also provides opportunities to learn something new, to build skills, to socialise, to give and share with others.
Some of the produce grown at Bridewell supports our fundraising. Honey, jams, chutneys, relishes are prepared at the gardens and sold at events through the year.
Working with a winery, grapes from Bridewell's organic vineyard are turned into a delicious, traditional sparkling wine available from local retailers and for sale at our Open Days. A great way to celebrate and support the work that happens at Bridewell.
Wine reviews
Don't take our word for it - read what the experts say!
The 2019 Wilcote is a high-quality sparkler, crisp and refreshing with notes of green apples, pears and lime juice; there's a succulent dry finish with a subtle hint of salt. Delicious as an aperitif or with light starters, especially seafood.
Susy Atkins
Wine columnist for The Telegraph & Delicious Magazine
The 2019 Wilcote has a delicate and fine mousse, with aromas of pear, apple, melon and honeysuckle. These flavours follow on the palate and finish beautifully, leaving melon and honey flavours lingering on the palate which makes you want more!
Oli Gauntlett
Owner of Eynsham Cellars
Aromatic and attractively fruit-forward with a lovely elderflower note. It would make a great aperitif - particularly in the summer.
Emily Silva
Oxford Wine Company
Beautiful and wonderful!
Jean-Christophe Novelli
Michelin-starred French Chef
Notes of lemon peel, granny smith apple, lively acidity, the wine definitely benefited from some lees aging, the wine becomes more complex every year. It was a real pleasure to taste it with my team.
Lukas Hyner
Chef sommelier at Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons
Clean, crisp, a distinct note of walnuts. Refreshingly dry.
Jancis Robinson
Wine critic, journalist and wine writer
Upcoming events
Find Bridewell produce for sale at our Open Days, or look out for Bridewell at local events:
