Vineyards Β· North East England
Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters
In or near Bolam.
Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters β 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 hβ2 h
- Best time of year
- Late summer & autumn (AugβOct)
About
Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters 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: Northumberland Shore SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters, is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This area features a vineyard, known for its cultivation of grapes suited to the local climate. Visitors can expect a rural setting, ideal for leisurely strolls among the vines and an opportunity to sample local produce. The vineyard contributes to the agricultural landscape of the region, showcasing the integration of historical sites and contemporary farming practices.
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- Coordinates
- 55.1296, -1.9208
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Capheaton
- Postcode
- NE61 4AD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hexham
Sources
- wikidata: Q17674399 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters?
- Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE61 4AD), in the parish of Capheaton.
- What is Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters?
- Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters β a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters?
- Drivers can use postcode NE61 4AD.
- Is Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters a protected site?
- Yes β Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters is part of the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE61 4AD. It sits within the Hexham parliamentary constituency.