Vineyards · North West England
Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure
In or near Eamont Bridge.
Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, 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
- Penrith (North Lakes) · 4.8 km
About
Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in scotland lowlands. 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 Cumbria, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This archaeological site features multiple earthworks and is significant for its prehistoric defensive structures. The area is also home to a vineyard, which offers a scenic setting for visitors. Expect a tranquil environment with opportunities to explore the landscape and learn about the historical context of the enclosure.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6195, -2.7471
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Sockbridge and Tirril
- Postcode
- CA10 2LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Nearest railway station
- Penrith (North Lakes) — 4.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17647644 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure?
- Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA10 2LG), in the parish of Sockbridge and Tirril.
- What is Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure?
- Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure?
- The nearest railway station is Penrith (North Lakes), about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA10 2LG.
- Is Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure a protected site?
- Yes — Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Castlesteads multivallate prehistoric defended enclosure?
- The nearest railway station is Penrith (North Lakes), about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA10 2LG.