Wine Evenings at The Cellar
An evening with Helena Nicklin and Robert Thompson.
A seven-course menu, a five-course wine flight, and one of the UK's most engaging wine writers hosting the room.
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A seven-course menu inspired by the ocean, paired with five wines hand-picked and introduced by Helena Nicklin. One seating, one room, one table.
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Helena Nicklin.
An award-winning wine and spirits writer, broadcaster and TV presenter with over twenty years in the drinks industry — known for making wine warm, accessible and genuinely entertaining.
Helena will introduce each pour, set the wine's story alongside Robert's dish, and host the table for the evening. The format is relaxed and conversational — no pretension, no jargon.
Co-host of The Three Drinkers on Amazon Prime, broadcast in 172 territories
The official drinks writer for The Sun
Voted Top 10 Women to Watch in the drinks industry
Judge for international wine and spirits competitions
What to expect
Not a tasting. A story evening.
A full evening built around the wines — not a quick flight before dinner. Robert's kitchen designs the menu to match each pour, and Helena tells the story behind it.
The room
Communal tables in our cellar dining rooms, with the wine room visible through the doors. Intimate but lively — designed for conversation across the table.
The format
One seating at 7:30pm. Seven courses paced for conversation, each introduced by Helena. No rushed service, no second sitting — the evening is yours.
The wines
A curated five-course flight chosen to complement the menu. Some you'll know, some you won't. Helena will tell you exactly why each one is in the room.
Good to know
Before you book.
Dietary requirements
Because this is a set menu paired with specific wines, please tell us about allergies or dietary needs when you book. Our kitchen uses all allergens — we can't guarantee allergen-free preparation. Small shells and bones may appear in fish and shellfish.
Communal seating
Wine Evenings are hosted across communal tables, so you'll be seated alongside other guests. It's part of what makes the evening — conversations, recommendations, shared discoveries.
Arrival and timing
Doors at 7:15pm, one seating at 7:30pm sharp. The evening runs around 3 hours. Plan to relax and stay the course — the pacing is designed to take its time.
Cancellations
Tickets are non-refundable. If you can't make it, you can transfer your seat to someone else — just let us know in advance on 01983 526118.