Vineyards · North East England
Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield
In or near Rothbury.
Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, 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
Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in scotland lowlands. 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 Northumberland, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This archaeological site features a series of ancient earthworks and burial mounds, indicative of its historical significance. Visitors can explore the remnants of the hillfort and cairnfield, which provide insight into the region's prehistoric landscape. The site may also offer views of the surrounding countryside, enhancing the experience of its historical context.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3119, -1.9288
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Rothbury
- Postcode
- NE65 7YW
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
Sources
- wikidata: Q17662656 (CC0)
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Theatres · 1.3 km
Rothbury Bridge
Historic bridges · 1.3 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield?
- Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE65 7YW), in the parish of Rothbury.
- What is Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield?
- Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield?
- Drivers can use postcode NE65 7YW.
- Is Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield a protected site?
- Yes — Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield is part of the River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Old Rothbury multivallate hillfort and cairnfield?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE65 7YW. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.