Where is Hillsborough promontory fort?

Hillsborough promontory fort is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX34 9QT), in the parish of Ilfracombe.

How do I get to Hillsborough promontory fort?

Drivers can use postcode EX34 9QT.

Is Hillsborough promontory fort a protected site?

Yes — Hillsborough promontory fort is part of the North Devon National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to Hillsborough promontory fort?

Drivers can navigate to postcode EX34 9QT. It sits within the North Devon parliamentary constituency.

Vineyards · South West England

Hillsborough promontory fort

In or near Combe Martin.

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Hillsborough promontory fort — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Best time of year: Late summer & autumn (Aug–Oct)

Hillsborough promontory fort 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 Devon, England, UK

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Protected designations

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Devon

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Hillsborough promontory fort is located in South-West England. This historic site is notable for its ancient earthworks, which date back to the Iron Age. The fortification offers insights into early British defensive architecture. Surrounding this archaeological site, a vineyard operates, producing local wines in a scenic rural setting. Visitors can expect a blend of history and viticulture in this unique location.

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Coordinates: 51.2102, -4.1029
County: Devon
District: North Devon
Parish: Ilfracombe
Postcode: EX34 9QT
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon

Sources

wikidata: Q17648736 (CC0)

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