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Introductory

Unlock a world of wine at one of our introductory events

Do you always choose the same wine? Would you like to try a different bottle but don't know where to start?

Our Evening Introduction to Wine Tasting offers a great taste of what we do. You'll learn what wines you like and why and how to find other wines you'll enjoy.

 

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A-Z of Grapes
Wed 01
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
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World of Wine: Discover Italy!
Wed 15
Oct
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Discover Italy!
Welcome to the wonderful World of Wine looking at Italy! Italy is a nation that loves its food and accompanies it with many exciting wines, during this evening we will do some food and wine matching and aim to crack the wine pairing code!
£37.50
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A-Z of Grapes
Wed 29
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
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WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Stanlake Park
Sun 02
Nov
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WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Stanlake Park
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine (formerly known as the Foundation Certificate) is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the drinks industry.
£250.00
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World of Wine: Explore Spain and Portugal!
Wed 12
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Explore Spain and Portugal!
It's time to take a closer look at Iberian wine-making! There are so many changes going on in Spain and Portugal, these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world.
£37.50
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A-Z of Grapes
Wed 26
Nov
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
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Evening Intro to Wine!
Wed 21
Jan
- 2026 -
Evening Intro to Wine!
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro! 
£32.50
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World of Wine: Explore Australia and New Zealand!
Wed 28
Jan
- 2026 -
World of Wine: Explore Australia and New Zealand!
People think of Australian wine as reliable, fruit-driven wines. Whilst that is true the world of Australian wine is far more complex. New Zealand is fast becoming the benchmark for Sauvignon Blanc, but there is much more to these two islands.
£37.50
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WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Stanlake Park
Sun 01
Feb
- 2026 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Stanlake Park
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine (formerly known as the Foundation Certificate) is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the drinks industry.
£250.00
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World of Wine: Discover South America!
Wed 25
Feb
- 2026 -
World of Wine: Discover South America!
A warm welcome to our South America evening! Whilst there are many similarities between the modern success stories of Chilean and Argentinian wine, these countries have very different approaches.
£37.50
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World of Wine: South Africa and the USA.
Wed 25
Mar
- 2026 -
World of Wine: South Africa and the USA.

South Africa has a long and distinguished history of wine production going back over 400 years - it is an old 'New World' wine country! Join us as we explore the USA. Most people only think of California when it comes to American wine but every Stat...

£37.50
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WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Stanlake Park
Sun 05
Apr
- 2026 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Stanlake Park
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine (formerly known as the Foundation Certificate) is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the drinks industry.
£250.00
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Discover the wines of Rioja!
Wed 13
May
- 2026 -
Discover the wines of Rioja!

The distinctive and storied wines of Rioja are considered by many as Spain’s best.  Though historic, this is a dynamic and vibrant wine-growing region. Experience Rioja’s evolution firsthand as you enjoy exclusive tastings and discov...

£50.00
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Syrah VS Shiraz!
Wed 15
Jul
- 2026 -
Syrah VS Shiraz!
Join us to discover more about this noble grape variety with a Jekyll and Hyde complex! From the Northern Rhône to Australia, and everything in between!
£45.00
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Our World of Wine evenings focus on a particular Country or Region's wine and guide you through a delicious selection of wines.

Food & Wine evenings are also ideal introductory-level evenings if you want to learn about how different wines match different foods.

If you would prefer a more in-depth introduction to the world of wines – have a peek at our 8-week World course – look at a different country/region each night for 8 weeks.

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