De Beauvoir Xmas Wine Salon: Discounted INSIDERS Tickets Available

A Festive Wine Salon on De Beauvoir Road

If you have been looking for a reason to get out of the house before Christmas, this one is worth planning around. On Saturday 5 December, the Rose Lipman Building on De Beauvoir Road in Islington will host the De Beauvoir Xmas Wine Salon, a day-into-night event that brings small natural winemakers from across England under one roof. The building sits in a part of north London that many residents know well for its tree-lined Victorian streets, independent shops and a steady flow of people who walk to Dalston and Haggerston for their weekend coffee. It is the kind of local venue that has hosted community gatherings for years, which gives the salon a comfortable, neighbourly feel rather than a corporate one.

The event runs from 2pm until 11pm, with the daytime tastings taking place between 2pm and 6pm. For readers based further out, including those in Richmond, Whitton and Hounslow, the journey across the capital is a real consideration. Plan for a trip that may involve a change or two on the Tube or Overground, and allow extra time for the walk from the nearest station. Because the event is strictly 18 and over, it also suits a grown-up afternoon out, a catch-up with friends or a relaxed date. Arriving early means less queuing at the busiest tasting tables and more time to chat with the people who made the wines.

Who Is Pouring and Who Benefits

The line-up is what makes this salon stand out. Among the producers pouring during the afternoon are One Another Wine, Ham St, Titch Hill, Leisure, Fine Cider Co and Numbers, the Bethnal Green urban winery that has built a loyal following among London drinkers who like to know exactly where their bottles come from. For small producers, events like this are often a rare chance to talk directly to customers, gather feedback and sell stock without the margins taken by larger retailers. That direct connection is the heart of the day.

The evening session brings a different group of people into the room. Brit Pop and Buvette are running a Franco-Anglo tasting bar that pits English wines against French ones by the glass, with a DJ and food from Auguste to keep things going until last orders. Hospitality businesses like these depend on busy, well-organised nights, and the same goes for the small firms behind the stalls. Many of them, especially sole traders and family-run labels, rely on careful bookkeeping to track event sales, stock costs and supplier payments. For anyone in Hounslow who runs a small drinks business or is thinking about exhibiting at a future fair, the salon is a useful example of how much admin sits behind a single day of selling.

What to Know Before You Book

Tickets are the practical part to get right. Entry is usually £28, but INSIDERS members can book for £20. Membership costs £2 a month, so for anyone who already plans to attend several local events, the saving can add up quickly. To claim the discount, book through the event link and enter the code LOTI20 at checkout. Your ticket covers all the afternoon tastings and a free tote bag for the bottles you take home. Glasses and food during the evening session are paid for on the night, so bring a card and set a rough budget if you plan to stay for the party.

Some practical points are worth keeping in mind. The event is 18 and over, so photo ID may be checked at the door. Tastings are the best way to find something new for Christmas gifts, and the tote makes it easy to carry a few bottles home without juggling them on the bus. If you are shopping for someone who has everything, a bottle from a small English producer makes a thoughtful present.

Watch for limited availability as the date approaches, particularly for the discounted INSIDERS places. Check the booking page closer to the time for any updates about timings or the evening line-up. Whether you are a seasoned wine lover from north London or a visitor travelling in from Richmond, Whitton or Hounslow, the earlier you book, the more relaxed your festive afternoon is likely to be.

Source: INSIDERS | Save On Tickets To A Christmas Wine Salon With England’s Best Small Winemakers