Amongst the lush vineyards and olive groves, the estate finds itself surrounded by a glistening lagoon which hosts the Lady Bonnie pontoon boat. As an added feature to the many facilities on the estate, the pontoon boat is the epitome of maritime leisure.

Leading UK wine writer Tim Atkin MW has launched his South Africa Special Report – September 10th 2020. A major achiever was Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate, scoring over 90 points out of 100 and winning Medals of Excellence for all six of its entries for the first time, in the eighth annual report.

We are reopening our doors and kicking off with the perfect day out for the whole family to celebrate the cultural wealth of our country.

Wine producers across South Africa have welcomed the lifting of the ban on alcohol sales from midnight 17th August 2020, but the industry still needs the support of buyers nationally and internationally in order to protect jobs, says Penny Streeter, CEO of Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate. The industry has suffered hugely from the effects of the restriction on wine sales in South Africa, she says, which is the only country where there has been a ban during the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown.

Benguela Cove Estate, located at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean in the Walker Bay region, has won a Top 12 Champion award for its Estate Syrah 2018. The event is organised by Shiraz SA, the largest cultivar organisation in South Africa with over 230 members. 

Alcohol sales may be suspended by the Government in South Africa, but wine lovers can still enjoy wine tastings – in the comfort of their own homes and with wine they already own – led by an experienced cellar master.

Bring the friends and family for a fun-filled pub quiz with a musical flavour – hosted by the infamous Piano Ben.

Mannings Heath in West Sussex has submitted plans to build a winery, tasting room and restaurant on its 500-acre site ahead of its first harvest this year, according to thedrinksbusiness.com.

Add some rhythm to your Sunday fun-days with live salsa music, delicious wine and tasty cheese and charcuterie boards every Sunday. 

Santa at Benguela

Christmas is a dreamy time for all. Add a bit of fantasy glitter for the kids and bring them to enjoy the jolly Santa Claus himself. We have decked the walls with festive decorations and Christmas trees for the little ones to slip into their own festive bubble. The experience includes a gift and personalised photo with Santa. And remember, your little elves can always go for a round of adventure pirate golf on the estate if you need to do some last minute wine-browsing.