Vineyards · Mid Wales
Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm
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Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm — a UK vineyard in wales mid, 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)
About
Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in wales mid. 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 Shropshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Shropshire Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Castle Ring is a large univallate hillfort located 600 metres south-east of Meadowtown Farm in Mid Wales. This archaeological site features a single bank and ditch surrounding the interior, characteristic of its era. Visitors can explore the fort's remains while enjoying the surrounding landscape, which offers a glimpse into the region's ancient history. The site is significant for its historical context and provides an opportunity for outdoor exploration.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5990, -3.0127
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Worthen with Shelve
- Postcode
- SY5 0DZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
Sources
- wikidata: Q17678600 (CC0)
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Bromlow Castle Mound
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Stapeley Hill
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Farms (open to visitors) · 1.9 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm?
- Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY5 0DZ), in the parish of Worthen with Shelve.
- What is Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm?
- Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm — a UK vineyard in wales mid, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm?
- Drivers can use postcode SY5 0DZ.
- Is Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm a protected site?
- Yes — Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm is part of the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Castle Ring: a large univallate hillfort, 600m south east of Meadowtown Farm?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SY5 0DZ. It sits within the South Shropshire parliamentary constituency.