Vineyards · East Midlands
Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston
In or near Longford.
Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston — a UK vineyard in england east midlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Rob Howl — 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)
- Nearest railway station
- Tutbury and Hatton · 8.5 km
About
Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston 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. archaeological site in Osleston and Thurvaston, South Derbyshire, England, UK
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Place summary
The Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston is located in the East Midlands. This historical site features the remains of a once-thriving settlement, notable for its unique landscape and archaeological significance. Today, visitors can explore the vineyard that has been established in the area, offering a scenic setting amidst the remnants of the past. The vineyard enhances the local agricultural heritage while providing a space for wine production and appreciation.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9365, -1.6400
- County
- Derbyshire
- District
- South Derbyshire
- Parish
- Osleston and Thurvaston
- Postcode
- DE6 5BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Derbyshire
- Nearest railway station
- Tutbury and Hatton — 8.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17662692 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston?
- Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DE6 5BL), in the parish of Osleston and Thurvaston.
- What is Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston?
- Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston — a UK vineyard in england east midlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston?
- The nearest railway station is Tutbury and Hatton, about 8.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode DE6 5BL.
- How do I get to Shrunken medieval village and moated site at Thurvaston?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DE6 5BL. It sits within the South Derbyshire parliamentary constituency.