In short: Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth is a black-tea estate in Sri Lanka's Central Province at 665 metres, operated by Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth and known to supply Finlays.
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth is a tea estate in Sri Lanka's Central Province, situated at approximately 665 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth and produces black tea. It is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, a major intermediary and brand supplier in the global tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 665 metres, the estate lies within what is typically considered the low-grown to mid-grown elevation band in Sri Lankan tea production. Estates at this altitude in the Central Province generally experience warm, humid conditions with year-round rainfall, allowing for continuous flush cycles and relatively fast vegetative growth. The lower elevation tends to encourage fuller leaf development and a more rapid plucking cycle compared to high-grown districts.
The Central Province's topography and latitude near seven degrees north place the estate in an equatorial climate zone, where seasonal variation is less pronounced than in higher-altitude or more temperate regions. This typically results in consistent growing conditions throughout the year, though estates at this elevation often see more vigorous growth during the southwest monsoon. The combination of warmth, moisture, and moderate altitude generally favours robust leaf character.
Tea Produced
As a producer of black tea, Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth manufactures fully oxidised leaf. Teas from estates in the Central Province at mid-to-low elevations typically yield a full-bodied, malty cup with good colour and strength. The profile tends to be less delicate than that of high-grown Ceylon teas, often displaying more pronounced body and a brisk, straightforward character that performs well in blends and suits everyday drinking applications.
Supply Chain & Market Position
The estate's recorded supply relationship with Finlays positions it within a major multinational sourcing network. Finlays operates as both a tea buyer and a vertically integrated supplier to retail and food-service brands across Europe, North America, and other markets. Estates supplying Finlays are typically integrated into blending programmes for branded products, suggesting that Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth's output is destined for mainstream commercial channels rather than single-estate or specialty retail.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth lies at 7.0019, 80.4802 in Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its 665 m elevation is the 73rd highest of 93 estates we map in Central Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Liverpool — 2.0 km away
- Coolbawn — 2.4 km away
- Broadlands Tea Factory — 5.3 km away · Kalugala-Laxapana Rd
- Vellaioya Estate — 9.1 km away · Avissawella - Hatton - Nuwara Eliya Hwy
- Yuillefield Tea Estate — 9.6 km away · Western Province
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth (665 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth recorded 3,992 mm in 2025, 60% more than the 2,500 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunan Xiaoxiang Tea Industry Co., Ltd. - Baotian Town | Huitong County, China | 667 m | 1,715 mm | 21.6 °C |
| Wikiliya | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 667 m | 2,426 mm | 27.0 °C |
| Rathkelle Tea Estate | Hingurugama Complex, Sri Lanka | 661 m | 2,744 mm | 28.7 °C |
| Kawalazi Tea Estate | D44, Malawi | 653 m | 2,396 mm | 27.2 °C |
| LIMBULI | Mulanje, Malawi | 680 m | 3,220 mm | 25.8 °C |
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth Compared with Central Province
In Central Province, Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth is wetter than 74% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 78% of the others by elevation; warmer than 75% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth against the 92 other estates we map in Central Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 665 m | 1,203 m | 37 to 1,924 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,992 mm | 3,152 mm | 2,071 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 26.3 °C | 23.1 °C | 19.1 to 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.6 °C | 16.4 °C | 12.4 to 22.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth’s coordinates recorded 3,992 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (904 mm) and the driest was February (72 mm). Daytime highs averaged 26.3 °C and overnight lows 18.6 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,992 mm |
| Wettest month | November (904 mm) |
| Driest month | February (72 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 26.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth located?
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth is in Central Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 7.0019, 80.4802, at an elevation of about 665 metres.
Who operates Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth?
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth is operated by Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth produce?
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,992 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (904 mm).
How does Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Hatton Plantations, Kenilworth recorded 3,992 mm in 2025, 60% more rain than the 2,500 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
