Vineyards · South West England
Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher
In or near Hugh Town.
Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Derek Harper — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Late summer & autumn (Aug–Oct)
About
Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher 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 Isles of Scilly, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Shipman Head & Shipman Down (Bryher) SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Isles Of Scilly
- Ramsar wetland: Isles of Scilly
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher, are significant archaeological sites located in South-West England. These structures date back to the prehistoric era, showcasing the region's early human settlement and fortification practices. The site offers a unique glimpse into ancient history, with the cliff castle providing panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can explore the remnants of these ancient constructions while enjoying the natural beauty of Bryher.
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- Coordinates
- 49.9644, -6.3603
- District
- Isles of Scilly
- Parish
- Bryher
- Postcode
- TR23 0PR
- Parliamentary constituency
- St Ives
Sources
- wikidata: Q17678414 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher?
- Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TR23 0PR), in the parish of Bryher.
- What is Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher?
- Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher — a UK vineyard in england south west, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher?
- Drivers can use postcode TR23 0PR.
- Is Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher a protected site?
- Yes — Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher is part of the Shipman Head & Shipman Down (Bryher) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Isles Of Scilly National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Prehistoric cliff castle and cairns on Shipman Head, Bryher?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode TR23 0PR. It sits within the St Ives parliamentary constituency.