Vineyards · Yorkshire & the Humber
Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort
In or near Colsterdale.
Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort — a UK vineyard in england yorkshire, 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
- Leyburn · 5.1 km
About
Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england yorkshire. 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 North Yorkshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: East Nidderdale Moors (Flamstone Pin - High Ruckles) SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort is located in Yorkshire. This archaeological site features a univallate hillfort, characterised by a single line of earthworks. The area is also home to a vineyard, offering a setting for wine production amidst historical landscapes. Visitors can expect scenic views and a connection to both history and viticulture.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2635, -1.8401
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Caldbergh with East Scrafton
- Postcode
- DL8 4RP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond and Northallerton
- Nearest railway station
- Leyburn — 5.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17649518 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort?
- Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DL8 4RP), in the parish of Caldbergh with East Scrafton.
- What is Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort?
- Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort — a UK vineyard in england yorkshire, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Leyburn, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode DL8 4RP.
- Is Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort is part of the East Nidderdale Moors (Flamstone Pin - High Ruckles) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Castle Steads slight univallate hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Leyburn, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DL8 4RP.