Vineyards · North East England
Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House
In or near Startforth.
Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House — a UK vineyard in england north east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Eirian Evans — 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 defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england north 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. hillfort in County Durham, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Prehistoric defended settlement located 500m north-west of West Holme House in North-East England is an archaeological site of significance. This settlement reflects early human habitation and fortification practices in the region. Visitors to the area can also explore the nearby vineyard, which offers a picturesque setting for wine enthusiasts. The vineyard typically features tours and tastings, allowing guests to appreciate the local wine production amidst the historical backdrop.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5708, -1.9636
- District
- County Durham
- Parish
- Cotherstone
- Postcode
- DL12 9QR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bishop Auckland
Sources
- wikidata: Q17677287 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?
- Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DL12 9QR), in the parish of Cotherstone.
- What is Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?
- Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House — a UK vineyard in england north east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?
- Drivers can use postcode DL12 9QR.
- Is Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House a protected site?
- Yes — Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House is part of the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DL12 9QR. It sits within the Bishop Auckland parliamentary constituency.