Laithwaites Wine Festival

Olympia, London - 17th & 18th May 2024

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Thank you for coming to our Wine Festival 2024!

While tasting the wines and meeting the producers, we hope you were able to enjoy your favourites and find new wines too...

So don’t forget you’re entitled to exclusive savings on all Festival bottles!

Use voucher code ‘FESTIVAL24’ to get up to 20% OFF your favourites from the show by midnight on Tuesday 21st May 2024.

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(Twenty percent off, excludes introductory offers, fine wine, champagne, beer, spirits, gift vouchers - valid until midnight Tuesday 21st May 2024)

We look forward to seeing you at another of our events soon.

Join us at London’s Kensington Olympia (home to our first Wine Festival in 1980) for the biggest wine show in our history. There’ll be more winemakers to meet and more wines to taste than ever. An entire world of wine to enjoy at one of London’s most impressive venues.

A far cry from our early days as ‘Bordeaux Direct’. Tony Laithwaite would ferry wines back from France in his trusty old van for customers to try in our little shop beneath a Windsor railway arch. But the idea remains the same – for you to discover great wines and have fun.

And you’re guaranteed to do both as you meet your favourite winemakers at the wine event of the year.

Laithwaites Wine Festival takes place May 17th and 18th.

See you in London, glass in hand!

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

Our Wine Festival is SO much more than just a tasting. Here’s why ...

Taste over 350 wines – all included in the ticket price
Chat to more than 100 producers from 17 countries
Explore artisan food stands, English fizz, luxury spirits and more
Join expert-led tastings and take part in unique sensory experiences
Make the most of your day with your FREE tasting guide and complimentary tasting glass

Whether you come to meet new friends, get the gang together, treat your partner, or for a great work social – make sure you don’t miss this brilliant day out. And if you’re stuck for a great gift idea ... we’ve got just the ticket. But hurry – spaces are filling fast!

UPGRADE TO THE ULTIMATE FINE WINE EXPERIENCE

Why not give in to temptation and upgrade your ticket for access to the Fine Wine Room? It’s a rare opportunity to sample some of the best bottles from across the world, all in one place.

Taste top-tier wines from classic regions, including Cru Classé Bordeaux and fine Burgundy
Discover iconic New World estates from Australia, Argentina, New Zealand and more
Sip vintage Champagne from legendary Grand Marques, such as Laurent-Perrier and Bollinger
Savour luxurious dessert wines from Sauternes, Tokaji and beyond
Experience exceptional spirits, including top-class gins

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Will you send me a physical ticket?

You will not get a physical ticket.

For any ticket orders placed before the 7th May your e-ticket/s will be sent by the 9th May.
For any orders placed between 8th-10th May, your e-ticket/s will be sent by the 13th May.
For any ticket orders placed between 11th-17th May your e-tickets will be sent on the morning of Friday 17th May.

We ask that you to bring with you to the Wine Festival either printed, or this can be displayed on a mobile device – if you cannot find this, please check your spam folder or get in touch with us on 03330 148 200.

Ticket for Vineyard Partners and Fine Wine - tickets will be swapped for a wristband to give you access to the Partner Lounge and Fine Wine rooms.

Am I able to cancel my ticket (s)?

Tickets are valid only for the date and time booked. If you are unable to attend the Wine Festival session you have booked, please contact us immediately. We are unable to cancel and refund any Wine Festival tickets.

Please note, for our Wine Festival, if you wish to cancel at least 14 days before the Wine Festival we will issue you a credit for the value paid or change of date/time (subject to availability). After this time, tickets cannot be cancelled, refunded or changed.

No-show bookings are non-refundable, and you will not be able to rebook for a different date. To cancel (wine credit only) your place at the Wine Festival or change the date/time please call 03330 148 200 or email events.feedback@laithwaiteswine.com. For further details please visit laithwaites.co.uk/eventterms.

Can you buy tickets on the door?

Tickets can be bought on the door, subject to availability. Please inform security if you'd like to purchase a ticket and they will show you to Orders & Information.

I don't have an email address, how will I receive my tickets?

We will send these by letter in the post. Please note if you purchase a ticket/s the week of the Festival we cannot guarantee the post and so if you can provide as email address this would be best.

One of our group will not be drinking do they still have to pay for a ticket?

We cannot allow anyone into the Wine Festival that has not bought a ticket.

Will there be food at the Festival?

Fancy something to eat while you’re enjoying your wines? There are plenty of food options to tuck into at the Festival, from nibbles at the many artisan food stalls to something more filling.

Head to the Airstream at the Cheese Hub for hot food, while the Café will be serving sandwiches and an array of other cold snacks. There’s even a classic Citröen van where you can pick up tea, coffee and other soft drinks.

There will also be pre-packed boxes of cheese and charcuterie to sample as you taste the wines around the Festival.

Disabled access

Olympia, London has good disabled access. If you have any queries about access, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us on 03330 148 200 or email events.feedback@laithwaiteswine.com and we’ll work with you to make it work for you.

Can I bring under someone under 18 to the Wine Festival?

We have a strict no admittance policy to anyone under 18 years old since alcohol is being served, including babes in arms and pushchairs. We reserve the right to ask for photographic identification with proof of age.

Responsible Wine Festival

There are many spittoons placed around Olympia and we ask you to use them. There are also water stations with copious quantities of mineral water for you to help yourself to. We are keen that everyone enjoys themselves, but we encourage everyone to sip splendidly and taste responsibly. For more information, please visit drinkaware.co.uk. We reserve the right to refuse alcohol to anyone who we feel has over-imbibed.

Photography / Smoking / Dress code

A professional photographer will be present at the Wine Festival. The photographs/videos may be used for marketing and promotion in our publications and on our digital channels.
There is no smoking allowed within Olympia, London.
Please dress comfortably, there is a small charge for items in the cloakroom at Olympia, London. No fancy dress is permitted at the Wine Festival.

I have another question – who can I contact?

Please call 03330 148 200 or email events.feedback@laithwaiteswine.com

The Fine Wine Room is a truly memorable experience – whether for yourself or as a gift for someone special.

Just remember to upgrade your ticket when you book.

Now for the most exclusive tasting experience of all – the Premium Fine Wine Room.

You’ll enjoy an hour in the company of legendary producers who will be pouring extra special wines, crème de la crème prestige releases and private cuvées that are so limited edition, they’re seldom shared beyond the cellar’s inner circle of VIP clients.

Champagnes from Louis Roederer, Domaine Faiveley Burgundies and clarets from Léovillle Barton. Ornellaia Super Tuscans, Rioja from Telmo Rodriguez alongside a range of Californian classics and rare Balvenie whiskies. This is a real once-in-a-lifetime wine tasting and numbers are very strictly limited, so please secure your upgrade as soon as possible.

Delight your favourite wine lover with the ultimate wine tasting experience

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MAIN ROOM TICKETS

Wine Festival 2024 - Friday 17th May - 5:00pm to 9:00pm

350 wines, 100 producers and thousands of wine lovers all under one roof!

Location	Olympia, Kensington
Postcode	W14 8UX
Time	5:00pm-9:00pm
Type	Walk around tasting
Date	2024-05-17 17:00:00.0

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Wine Festival 2024 - Saturday 18th May - 11:00am to 3:00pm

350 wines, 100 producers and thousands of wine lovers all under one roof!

Location	Olympia, Kensington
Postcode	W14 8UX
Time	11:00am-3:00pm
Type	Walk around tasting
Date	18/05/2024

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Wine Festival 2024 - Saturday 18th May - 5:00pm to 9:00pm

350 wines, 100 producers and thousands of wine lovers all under one roof!

Location	Olympia, Kensington
Postcode	W14 8UX
Time	5:00pm-9:00pm
Type	Walk around tasting
Date	18/05/2024

Sold Out

FINE WINE ROOM TICKETS PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO PURCHASE A MAIN ROOM TICKET TO ACCESS THE FINE WINE ROOM

Wine Festival 2024 Fine Wine Room - Friday 17th May - 6:00pm to 8:30pm

This ticket gives you access to our Fine Wine Room

Location	Olympia, Kensington
Postcode	W14 8UX
Time	6:00pm-8:30pm
Type	Walk around tasting
Date	17/05/2024

Sold Out

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO PURCHASE A MAIN ROOM TICKET TO ACCESS THE FINE WINE ROOM

Wine Festival 2024 Fine Wine Room - Saturday 18th May - 12:00pm to 2:30pm

This ticket gives you access to our Fine Wine Room

Location	Olympia, Kensington
Postcode	W14 8UX
Time	12:00pm-2:30pm
Type	Walk around tasting
Date	18/05/2024

Sold Out

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO PURCHASE A MAIN ROOM TICKET TO ACCESS THE FINE WINE ROOM

Wine Festival 2024 Fine Wine Room - Saturday 18th May - 5:30pm to 8:00pm

This ticket gives you access to our Fine Wine Room

Location	Olympia, Kensington
Postcode	W14 8UX
Time	5:30pm-8:00pm
Type	Walk around tasting
Date	18/05/2024

Sold Out