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Simon and James, the eponymous Hawkins Bros, sell English wines exclusively. English wine has been an incredible success story over the last decade, there are now almost 900 vineyards in England with production set to double in the next 2 years. England's winemakers produce world-beating sparkling wines and their still whites and reds are increasingly winning awards at international competitions with an emerging, unique, “English style” of wine. Our English wine shops are at Secrett’s Farm Shop just outside Guildford in The Surrey Hills and Madeleine's Deli, Midhurst, West Sussex. We offer FREE delivery of our selection of beautifully curated English wines across Surrey, and FREE next day delivery to the rest of the UK. Specialising in small boutique vineyards, we personally know all our winemakers and their...

  Here are our picks for the English Vineyard Club this Summer. Both the Sparkling and Mixed cases are specially selected by us from our incredible range of English wines from over 40 vineyards. Join today and get a £20 voucher to spend on English wines.  English Vineyard Club Sparkling Selection Tasting Notes Your Summer 2021 Wines    Nutbourne Nutty Vintage 2017 West Sussex 12% Grapes: Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay Winemaker: Owen EliasTasting Note: From some of the oldest vines in the country, planted 40 years ago. Fresh brioche nose, biscuit colour, slight pink tinge from the Pinot Noir, off dry and fruity. Upperton Nebula 2018 West Sussex 12%Grapes: 33% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Noir, 33% Pinot MeunierWinemaker: Liam IdlikowskiTasting Note: The suggestion of...

It's always nice to be able to give something made locally as a gift. Even better when that local gift turns out to be one of the best in the world!

We're often asked how we go about choosing the wines we sell from our online shop and physical shop in Milford, Surrey.

In collaboration with our friends at James Alexander Foods we've launched the perfect Lockdown Valentine package.   We may be spending Sunday 14th February in lockdown this year, but that won’t stop the Great British spirit from powering through and celebrating at home, whether with a loved one, family, social bubble or just your dog. The multi-award winning three bird roasts from James Alexander Fine Foods are boneless, easy to carve, full of flavour and guaranteed to impress.  The Valentine Special comprises chicken, duck and pheasant, expertly combined together so that each bird cooks simultaneously. Luxury gluten free pork stuffing is added for a melt-in-the-mouth texture and succulent flavours. Drizzle over Truffle Honey from the Truffle Hunter to complete the...