Vineyards · North West England
Portfield hillfort
In or near Whalley.
Portfield hillfort — a UK vineyard in england north west, 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
- Whalley · 1.9 km
About
Portfield hillfort is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england north 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 Lancashire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Forest Of Bowland
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Portfield hillfort is a vineyard located in North-West England. It is situated on the site of an ancient hillfort, which adds historical significance to the location. Visitors can expect a range of wine offerings and a scenic setting that reflects the region's agricultural heritage. The vineyard provides an opportunity to explore the local viticulture within a landscape shaped by its historical past.
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- Coordinates
- 53.8152, -2.3875
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Ribble Valley
- Parish
- Whalley
- Postcode
- BB7 9DP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Pendle and Clitheroe
- Nearest railway station
- Whalley — 1.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17678026 (CC0)
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Abbeys & priories · 1.6 km
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Wiswell Shay Farm CC Site
Campsites · 1.7 km
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Wiswell Shay Farm CC Site
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Portfield hillfort?
- Portfield hillfort is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BB7 9DP), in the parish of Whalley.
- What is Portfield hillfort?
- Portfield hillfort — a UK vineyard in england north west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Portfield hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Whalley, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode BB7 9DP.
- Is Portfield hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Portfield hillfort is part of the Forest Of Bowland National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Portfield hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Whalley, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BB7 9DP.