Vineyards · South West England
Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston
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Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston — 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
- Yate · 8.0 km
About
Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston 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 South Gloucestershire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Severn Estuary
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey is located in Alveston, South-West England. This archaeological site features remnants of a hillfort alongside evidence of Romano-British settlement. Visitors can explore the historical landscape while enjoying the vineyard, which offers a selection of local wines. The area combines both historical significance and a contemporary vineyard experience.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5965, -2.5064
- District
- South Gloucestershire
- Parish
- Thornbury
- Postcode
- BS35 3TR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Thornbury and Yate
- Nearest railway station
- Yate — 8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17649380 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston?
- Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BS35 3TR), in the parish of Thornbury.
- What is Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston?
- Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston?
- The nearest railway station is Yate, about 8.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BS35 3TR.
- Is Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston a protected site?
- Yes — Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Severn Estuary Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Hillfort and associated Romano-British occupation at Little Abbey, Alveston?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode BS35 3TR. It sits within the Thornbury and Yate parliamentary constituency.