Vineyards · North West England
Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort
In or near Penruddock.
Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Anthony Foster — 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
- Penrith (North Lakes) · 6.9 km
About
Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort 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
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2020
Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This archaeological site features multiple earthwork ramparts, indicative of its historical significance as a defensive structure. Visitors can explore the remnants of the hillfort while enjoying the surrounding vineyard, which offers a scenic setting for wine enthusiasts. The combination of historical intrigue and viticulture provides a unique experience in this rural landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6141, -2.8257
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Dacre
- Postcode
- CA11 0LL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Nearest railway station
- Penrith (North Lakes) — 6.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17647843 (CC0)
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Pooley Bridge
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Millennium Fish Cross
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Birkett Memorial
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Places to stay
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1863 Ullswater
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Waterfoot Caravan Park
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📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
Mill Moor Caravan Park
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📷 5📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
Hillcroft Park
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📷 5Places to eat & drink
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Gloucester Arms
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Two Lions public house and integral stables
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?
- Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA11 0LL), in the parish of Dacre.
- What is Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?
- Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Penrith (North Lakes), about 6.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA11 0LL.
- Is Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Penrith (North Lakes), about 6.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA11 0LL.