Vineyards · East of England
Maiden Bower hillfort
In or near Bidwell.
Maiden Bower hillfort — a UK vineyard in england west midlands, 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
- Whipsnade Central · 5.2 km
About
Maiden Bower hillfort is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england west midlands. 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 Bedfordshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Chilterns
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Maiden Bower hillfort is an archaeological site located in the West Midlands. This iron age hillfort features earthworks that date back to the early centuries BC. The site is of significant historical interest, reflecting the region's ancient past. Visitors to the area can explore the nearby vineyard, which offers a selection of locally produced wines in a rural setting.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8919, -0.5530
- District
- Central Bedfordshire
- Parish
- Totternhoe
- Postcode
- LU6 1GW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Luton South and South Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Whipsnade Central — 5.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17662678 (CC0)
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Totternhoe Knolls
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Cemeteries · 1.9 km
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Theatres · 2.1 km
Dunstable Conference Centre
Theatres · 2.1 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Maiden Bower hillfort?
- Maiden Bower hillfort is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LU6 1GW), in the parish of Totternhoe.
- What is Maiden Bower hillfort?
- Maiden Bower hillfort — a UK vineyard in england west midlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Maiden Bower hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Whipsnade Central, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LU6 1GW.
- Is Maiden Bower hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Maiden Bower hillfort is part of the Chilterns National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Maiden Bower hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Whipsnade Central, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LU6 1GW.