Vineyards · South West England
Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor
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Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor — a UK vineyard in england south west, 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
- Luxulyan · 3.8 km
About
Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england south west. 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 Lanlivery, Cornwall, England, UK
Photo gallery
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Camel Valley and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Mid Cornwall Moors SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor is located in South-West England. This archaeological site reflects significant human activity during the prehistoric era. It is particularly noted for its hillfort structure and associated stone hut circles, indicative of early settlement patterns. Visitors to the area can also explore the surrounding vineyard, which offers a picturesque landscape typical of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 50.4222, -4.7302
- District
- Cornwall
- Parish
- Lanlivery
- Postcode
- PL30 5DF
- Parliamentary constituency
- South East Cornwall
- Nearest railway station
- Luxulyan — 3.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17643231 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor?
- Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL30 5DF), in the parish of Lanlivery.
- What is Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor?
- Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor?
- The nearest railway station is Luxulyan, about 3.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode PL30 5DF.
- Is Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor a protected site?
- Yes — Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor is part of the River Camel Valley and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Mid Cornwall Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor?
- The nearest railway station is Luxulyan, about 3.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PL30 5DF.