Vineyards · South West England
Hillfort on Banbury Hill
In or near Okeford Fitzpaine.
Hillfort on Banbury 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)
About
Hillfort on Banbury 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 Dorset, England, UK
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Hillfort on Banbury Hill is a vineyard located in South-East England. This site features a historical hillfort, offering a unique backdrop to the vineyard's operations. Visitors can expect a scenic environment for wine tasting and vineyard tours, with an emphasis on local viticulture. The area is characterised by its rolling landscapes and agricultural heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 50.9065, -2.3003
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Sturminster Newton
- Postcode
- DT10 2HF
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Dorset
Sources
- wikidata: Q17663757 (CC0)
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The Bull Inn
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Sturminster Mill
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Standing cross, Okeford Fitzpaine
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Fiddleford Inn
Historic pubs · 1.9 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hillfort on Banbury Hill?
- Hillfort on Banbury Hill is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DT10 2HF), in the parish of Sturminster Newton.
- What is Hillfort on Banbury Hill?
- Hillfort on Banbury Hill — a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Hillfort on Banbury Hill?
- Drivers can use postcode DT10 2HF.
- Is Hillfort on Banbury Hill a protected site?
- Yes — Hillfort on Banbury Hill is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB) and the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Hillfort on Banbury Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DT10 2HF. It sits within the North Dorset parliamentary constituency.