Vineyards · South East England
Beacon Hill Hillfort
In or near Ecchinswell.
Beacon Hill Hillfort — a UK vineyard in england south east, 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
- Whitchurch · 8.3 km
About
Beacon Hill Hillfort is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england south east. 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 Hampshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Burghclere Beacon SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Beacon Hill Hillfort is a vineyard located in South-East England. This site features ancient earthworks that date back to the Iron Age, offering a glimpse into Britain's prehistoric past. The vineyard produces a selection of wines, capitalising on the region's favourable climate for grape cultivation. Visitors can expect a rural setting with opportunities for wine tasting and exploring the historic landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3126, -1.3446
- County
- Hampshire
- District
- Basingstoke and Deane
- Parish
- Burghclere
- Postcode
- RG20 9LP
- Parliamentary constituency
- North West Hampshire
- Nearest railway station
- Whitchurch — 8.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q812886 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Beacon Hill Hillfort?
- Beacon Hill Hillfort is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG20 9LP), in the parish of Burghclere.
- What is Beacon Hill Hillfort?
- Beacon Hill Hillfort — a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Beacon Hill Hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Whitchurch, about 8.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG20 9LP.
- Is Beacon Hill Hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Beacon Hill Hillfort is part of the Burghclere Beacon SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Beacon Hill Hillfort?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode RG20 9LP. It sits within the North West Hampshire parliamentary constituency.