Gusbourne Estate Celebrates 20 Years

On Thursday, 26 November 2026, Gusbourne Estate in Ashford will kick off a special culinary event, Gusbourne x The Sportsman 2026, which will run until Thursday, 31 December 2026. To mark its 20th vintage, Gusbourne Estate is excited to partner with The Sportsman, one of Kent's most celebrated chefs, to bring together exceptional culinary talent and showcase the very best of Kent's seasonal flavours. This exclusive late-autumn dining experience will feature a bespoke four-course lunch or dinner, thoughtfully crafted to highlight the season's finest produce and perfectly paired with a selection of Gusbourne's finest wines.

The event will take place at The Nest, where Head Chef Russel Baker and his team will create an exceptional four-course menu that celebrates the very best seasonal ingredients from North Kent's outstanding farmers, fishermen, and producers. Each course has been thoughtfully paired with a selection of Gusbourne's finest wines, including some of the most treasured vintages from their cellar. This unique pairing of food and wine will celebrate two decades of Gusbourne winemaking alongside The Sportsman's renowned commitment to showcasing the exceptional produce and culinary heritage of Kent.

The partnership between Gusbourne Estate and The Sportsman is a celebration of Kent's food and wine heritage, and this event is a rare opportunity to experience the best of the county's seasonal flavours. With its cosy dining rooms and exceptional culinary talent, Gusbourne Estate is the perfect setting for this exclusive Chef Series. The event will run for over a month, giving visitors ample time to settle into the estate's warm and inviting atmosphere and enjoy the bespoke menu.

Gusbourne Estate's 20th vintage is a significant milestone, and this event is a fitting tribute to the estate's commitment to winemaking and its passion for showcasing the best of Kent's produce. The Sportsman's involvement adds an extra layer of excitement to the event, and the combination of their culinary expertise and Gusbourne's finest wines is sure to create an exceptional dining experience.

To attend this exclusive event, tickets are with the button beside the article, and the event will take place at Gusbourne Estate in Ashford, starting on Thursday, 26 November 2026, and running until Thursday, 31 December 2026.