Vineyards · East Midlands
Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm
In or near Youlgrave.
Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm — a UK vineyard in england east midlands, 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
- Rowsley South · 6.0 km
About
Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england east midlands. 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 Derbyshire, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Eastern Peak District Moors SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm is located in the East Midlands. This archaeological site is characterised by its strategic position, which would have offered significant defensive advantages. The surrounding vineyard provides a scenic setting for visitors, where they can expect to explore the landscape and learn about local viticulture. The area combines historical interest with agricultural activity.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2187, -1.6602
- County
- Derbyshire
- District
- Derbyshire Dales
- Parish
- Bakewell
- Postcode
- DE45 1GB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Derbyshire Dales
- Nearest railway station
- Rowsley South — 6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17658293 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm?
- Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DE45 1GB), in the parish of Bakewell.
- What is Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm?
- Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm — a UK vineyard in england east midlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Rowsley South, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DE45 1GB.
- Is Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm a protected site?
- Yes — Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm is part of the Eastern Peak District Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Promontory fort south of Ballcross Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Rowsley South, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DE45 1GB.