Elysian Fields Vineyard

Elysian Fields Vineyard is a boutique wine estate tucked away at Bedwell Hey Farm near Little Thetford, just outside the cathedral city of Ely in Cambridgeshire. Owned by Linda and John Parish, this charming vineyard has become part of the flourishing East Anglian wine scene.

Elysian Fields Vineyard: Site and Grape Varieties

The vineyard focuses on grape varieties that thrive in the East Anglian climate, with Bacchus and Pinot Noir as the primary plantings. Bacchus has emerged as the signature white wine grape of East Anglia, and Elysian Fields' version showcases why this variety has won top awards for many regional producers.

Their Little Owl Block wine, named after the wildlife that shares their land, represents a blend of white grapes including Bacchus, Seyval Blanc, and Ortega. This blending approach creates wines with complexity and character that reflect the unique conditions of their Cambridgeshire terroir.

Elysian Fields produces still white wine and still rosé, with production focused on quality over quantity. The vineyard operates by appointment only, offering visitors an intimate experience where the Parish family shares their passion for English wine and the story of their vineyard journey.

As members of the East Anglian Vineyards Association, Elysian Fields contributes to the growing reputation of this region as one of England's most exciting wine territories. The combination of passionate ownership, quality-focused production, and beautiful rural setting makes this a hidden gem worth discovering.