Vineyards · South East England
Devil's Dyke hillfort
In or near Hangleton.
Devil's Dyke hillfort — a UK vineyard in england south east, 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
- Portslade · 5.5 km
About
Devil's Dyke hillfort is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england south east. 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 West Sussex, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Devil's Dyke hillfort is located in South-East England. This archaeological site is notable for its ancient earthworks, which date back to the Iron Age. The hillfort offers a unique perspective on early defensive structures in Britain. Visitors can expect a vineyard in the vicinity, providing opportunities for wine tasting and tours amidst the scenic landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8854, -0.2105
- County
- West Sussex
- District
- Mid Sussex
- Parish
- Poynings
- Postcode
- BN1 8YL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Sussex
- Nearest railway station
- Portslade — 5.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17674160 (CC0)
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Natural landmarks · 0.3 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Devil's Dyke hillfort?
- Devil's Dyke hillfort is in West Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN1 8YL), in the parish of Poynings.
- What is Devil's Dyke hillfort?
- Devil's Dyke hillfort — a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Devil's Dyke hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Portslade, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN1 8YL.
- Is Devil's Dyke hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Devil's Dyke hillfort is part of the Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Devil's Dyke hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Portslade, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN1 8YL.