About us

Better value, better values
We believe in honest pricing every day of the year. Find out more about our member-first pricing policy.
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Our heritage and history
Starting as a way to avoid a diplomatic incident in 1874, The Wine Society is now the world’s oldest wine-selling co-operative.
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Meet our buyers and growers
Meet our expert buying team and some of the talented winemakers they’ve uncovered from across the globe.
Learn moreGetting more from your membership
When you join The Wine Society you’ll get access to far more than just great wines – our Tastings & Events programme, online guides and inspiration, plus access to our Community will help you get the most out of whatever’s in your glass.

Join our tastings and other events
Discover the delights of food and wine matching, take a deep dive into a favourite region and more with our calendar of live and online events.
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Discover all there is to know about wine
Expertise, advice, recipes and hot topics; we have everything you need and ever wanted to know about wine, and then more!
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Our Community
Connect with fellow members on our online Community, where you can swap tips, seek advice and take part in exclusive events.
Learn moreBecome a member today
Join over 170,000 members and get access to over 1,400 selected wines from around the world, at every day low prices throughout the year because we're a not-for-profit organisation.
Lifetime membership
- £20 off your first order
- Free delivery for orders of six bottles or more for your first six months
- Free name-the-day and next day delivery for all orders of £75+ or 12+ bottles
- Fairly priced wines all year round
Gift membership
Give a lifetime of great wine with a gift membership.
- £20 off their first order
- Access to our amazing range of wines from all around the world
- The Society's Promise for a full refund if they don't like a wine
Our services
Want to start a cellar of fine wine, reserve a case of something special for future enjoyment or simply receive regular deliveries of delicious buyer-picked wines? Our services and plans make it easy to get enjoy your wine, your way.

Enjoy one of our wine subscriptions
By joining one of our wine plans, you'll receive regular selections of delicious wines, to enjoy now or for laying down to age further.
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En primeur
Secure your share of in-demand wines before they’re bottled with our popular en primeur service.
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Storing your wines
More than 20,000 members choose to store their wines in our temperature-controlled storage facility.
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Our awards
While our members’ satisfaction is what matters most, it’s always a great thrill to be recognised by awards panels for the wines and services we offer. It also helps us to spread the word and encourage new members to join us and helps our Society continue to thrive.
About membership
Learn more about how our unique society of wine lovers is run, including more about our Committee and leadership team.

Governance and management
When you join The Society you’re not just a customer – you get a say in how our unique business is run.
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About membership
The Society Rules, legalities, and more information about holding a share.
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Society meetings and reporting
Find out about our 2022 AGM, previous Annual Reviews, buyers’ reports & financial statements.
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