Vineyards · North East England
Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage
In or near Chillingham.
Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage — a UK vineyard in scotland central, 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
Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in scotland central. 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: Bewick and Beanley Moors SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Northumberland Coast
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Promontory Fort, located 551m east of Hepburn Cottage in central Scotland, is an archaeological site indicative of ancient defensive structures. This location features a vineyard, which offers a scenic setting for wine production amidst historical landscapes. Visitors can expect a blend of heritage and viticulture in this tranquil area.
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- Coordinates
- 55.5159, -1.8839
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Chillingham
- Postcode
- NE66 4EG
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
Sources
- wikidata: Q17643603 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage?
- Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode NE66 4EG), in the parish of Chillingham.
- What is Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage?
- Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage — a UK vineyard in scotland central, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage?
- Drivers can use postcode NE66 4EG.
- Is Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage a protected site?
- Yes — Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage is part of the Bewick and Beanley Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Promontory fort, 551m east of Hepburn Cottage?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE66 4EG. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.