Vineyards Β· South West England
Medieval settlement of Sheldon
In or near Grittleton.
Medieval settlement of Sheldon β a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.

Chris Henley β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 hβ2 h
- Best time of year
- Late summer & autumn (AugβOct)
- Nearest railway station
- Chippenham Β· 3.7 km
About
Medieval settlement of Sheldon 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. human settlement in Chippenham Without, Wiltshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Medieval settlement of Sheldon is located in South-East England and is known for its vineyard. This site reflects the historical agricultural practices of the region, with a focus on viticulture. Visitors can expect a serene setting where wine production is integral to the local landscape. The vineyard contributes to the area's cultural heritage and offers insight into the historical significance of wine cultivation in Britain.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4658, -2.1687
- District
- Wiltshire
- Parish
- Chippenham Without
- Postcode
- SN14 0RG
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Cotswolds
- Nearest railway station
- Chippenham β 3.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17675326 (CC0)
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Memorials & monuments Β· 2.0 km
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Sheldon Manor
Sheldon Manor β Grade I listed manor house in Chippenham Without, United Kingdom.
π· 2Chapels Β· South West England
Chapel at Sheldon Manor
Chapel at Sheldon Manor β chapel in Chippenham Without, Wiltshire, England, UK.
Mountains & hills Β· South West England
Lan Hill
Lan Hill β mountain in england south east. Elevation: 129 m.
Archaeological sites Β· South West England
Lanhill Barrow
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Lanhill Barrow
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Wildlife reserves Β· South West England
Vincients Wood
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Where to eat & stay near Medieval settlement of Sheldon
Places to stay
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π· 7Hotels Β· South West England
At the Sign of the Angel
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Places to eat & drink
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Historic pubs Β· South West England
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Historic pubs Β· South West England
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The Three Crowns Public House
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The Pack Horse And Attached Stable Block
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Medieval settlement of Sheldon?
- Medieval settlement of Sheldon is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SN14 0RG), in the parish of Chippenham Without.
- What is Medieval settlement of Sheldon?
- Medieval settlement of Sheldon β a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Medieval settlement of Sheldon?
- The nearest railway station is Chippenham, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SN14 0RG.
- Is Medieval settlement of Sheldon a protected site?
- Yes β Medieval settlement of Sheldon is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Medieval settlement of Sheldon?
- The nearest railway station is Chippenham, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SN14 0RG.