Wine tasting in the walled garden

Join us for an afternoon of wine tasting in the historic walled garden led by archaeologist and wine expert Kat Hornak!

Enjoy a variety of local London wines from leading urban wineries, including Blackbook and London Cru. As you taste, Kat will combine her knowledge of archaeology with her experience in wine production, revealing the surprising links between Britain’s winemaking past and present.

Fulham Palace has been a site of human activity for over 6,000 years. From Neolithic tools and Roman pottery to medieval structures and Victorian gardens, the site reflects layers of history. Once home to the Bishops of London for more than 1,300 years, it now welcomes visitors as a museum and heritage site, offering a remarkable setting to explore the rich history of wine in Britain.

Kat Hornak

Kat Hornak brings a unique perspective to wine tasting through her background in archaeology and wine production. With over five years of experience and a Master’s degree in Archaeological Practice, she works with MOLA and Fulham Palace Museum. Her current research focuses on the origins of English wine, particularly its introduction through Roman Britain. Also known for her brand Leaving Eden, Kat’s tastings connect the wines of today with stories from the past, offering insight and flavour in equal measure.

Featured wineries

Blackbook Winery is based under a railway arch in Battersea. This urban winery is known for its cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, using grapes from top vineyards near London. Their single-vineyard wines reflect the creativity and energy of the city.

London Cru was the capital’s first urban winery, founded in 2013 in a former gin distillery in Fulham. They produce still and sparkling wines using grapes from their own vineyard in West Sussex. With award-winning blends and a strong presence in the London wine scene, they are pioneers of urban winemaking in the UK.

Event details:

• This event is for ages 18+.
• This event will go ahead in all weather; please dress accordingly.
• If you have any questions about this event, please contact the event organiser by emailing raphaela.ashford@fulhampalace.org.