Vineyards · South East England
Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill
In or near Rotherfield.
Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill — 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
- Eridge · 3.9 km
About
Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill 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 Rotherfield, East Sussex, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Eridge Park SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill is located in South-East England. This site features a historic hillfort alongside a folly built in the 1800s, reflecting architectural styles of that era. The surrounding vineyard offers a scenic setting, allowing visitors to engage with the local wine production. Expect a tranquil environment with opportunities for vineyard tours and tastings.
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- Coordinates
- 51.0742, 0.2508
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Wealden
- Parish
- Rotherfield
- Postcode
- TN6 3PG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Sussex Weald
- Nearest railway station
- Eridge — 3.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17678629 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill?
- Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN6 3PG), in the parish of Rotherfield.
- What is Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill?
- Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill — a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Eridge, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN6 3PG.
- Is Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill a protected site?
- Yes — Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill is part of the Eridge Park SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Eridge, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN6 3PG.