Vineyards · North East England
Craster defended settlement
In or near Craster.
Craster defended settlement — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Gordon Hatton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Late summer & autumn (Aug–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Alnmouth · 8.8 km
About
Craster defended settlement 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 Northumberland, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Castle Point to Cullernose Point SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Northumberland Coast
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Craster defended settlement is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This archaeological site features remnants of a fortified settlement, indicative of early medieval defensive architecture. Visitors can expect a vineyard nearby, which typically offers tours and tastings, set amidst the scenic landscape of the region. The combination of historical significance and local viticulture provides a unique experience for those interested in both history and wine production.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4691, -1.5976
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Craster
- Postcode
- NE66 3TN
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
- Nearest railway station
- Alnmouth — 8.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17678487 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Craster defended settlement?
- Craster defended settlement is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE66 3TN), in the parish of Craster.
- What is Craster defended settlement?
- Craster defended settlement — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Craster defended settlement?
- The nearest railway station is Alnmouth, about 8.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE66 3TN.
- Is Craster defended settlement a protected site?
- Yes — Craster defended settlement is part of the Castle Point to Cullernose Point SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Craster defended settlement?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE66 3TN. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.