Vineyards · South West England
A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower'
In or near Nancledra.
A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower' — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Late summer & autumn (Aug–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Penzance · 4.4 km
About
A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower' is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england south west. UK viticulture has expanded significantly since the 1980s, with English sparkling wines now winning international awards. Most British vineyards offer tours and tastings of their estate-grown wines. hillfort in Ludgvan, Cornwall, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Aire Point to Carrick Du SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Penwith Moors and Downs SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Castle-an-Dinas is a small multivallate hillfort located in South-West England, notable for its 18th-century folly known as Roger's Tower. The site features a vineyard, where visitors can expect a scenic setting amidst historical landscapes. The vineyard typically offers wine tastings and opportunities to learn about viticulture in the region. The combination of archaeological significance and modern winemaking provides a unique backdrop for visitors.
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- Coordinates
- 50.1616, -5.5229
- District
- Cornwall
- Parish
- Madron
- Postcode
- TR20 8AG
- Parliamentary constituency
- St Ives
- Nearest railway station
- Penzance — 4.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17644333 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower'?
- A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower' is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TR20 8AG), in the parish of Madron.
- What is A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower'?
- A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower' — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower'?
- The nearest railway station is Penzance, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode TR20 8AG.
- Is A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower' a protected site?
- Yes — A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower' is part of the Aire Point to Carrick Du SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the West Penwith Moors and Downs SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to A small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower'?
- The nearest railway station is Penzance, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TR20 8AG.