Fare

Fare is a proper working winery tucked into the Yorkshire countryside near Ilkley, and it's the sort of place that catches you off guard in the best way. You'll find yourself among vines and production facilities where they're actually making wine - not just selling it from a shop front. The operation feels genuine, which counts for a lot when you're wandering around West Yorkshire.

What you get here depends on what they've got on at the time you visit. If they're doing tours, you'll see how the wine is made from grape to bottle. The tasting side of things, if available, gives you a proper sense of what the Yorkshire wine scene is actually producing rather than just the big names down south. It's low-key enough that you won't feel herded through like a theme park.

This works best for wine enthusiasts and anyone curious about British winemaking - younger kids might find it a bit slow unless they're already into fermentation and oak ageing. Allow a couple of hours if you're doing a full experience. Check ahead for opening hours and what's on offer when you're planning to go, as smaller operations like this can be flexible with their schedule.

If you're staying at Fairmead Farm Glamping just up the road, Fare makes an easy afternoon jaunt. Ilkley itself has plenty to keep you busy, so you can build it into a wider day rather than treating it as a standalone stop.