Vineyards · London
Swanscombe Heritage Park
In or near Swanscombe.
Swanscombe Heritage Park — a UK vineyard in england london, 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
- Swanscombe · 0.9 km
- Free entry
About
Swanscombe Heritage Park is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england london. 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. geological site and nature reserve in Kent, England
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Official information
Swanscombe Heritage Park is renowned for its significant archaeological finds from the Early Stone Age, including flint tools and human remains. The park features an accessible trail with information boards and stone pillars that highlight the historical significance of the site, which is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest and a National Nature Reserve.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Swanscombe Skull Site SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Swanscombe Peninsula SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: SWANSCOMBE SKULL SITE
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Swanscombe Heritage Park is a vineyard located in the London region. This site is notable for its historical significance, featuring remnants of the area's industrial past alongside its viniculture. Visitors can expect a picturesque setting conducive to wine production, with opportunities to explore the surrounding landscape. The park serves as a reminder of the environmental and cultural history of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4456, 0.2991
- County
- Kent
- District
- Dartford
- Parish
- Swanscombe and Greenhithe
- Postcode
- DA10 0DH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dartford
- Nearest railway station
- Swanscombe — 0.9 km
- Official site
- www.swanscombeheritagepark.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q7653649 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Swanscombe Heritage Park?
- Swanscombe Heritage Park is in Kent, London, United Kingdom (postcode DA10 0DH), in the parish of Swanscombe and Greenhithe.
- What is Swanscombe Heritage Park?
- Swanscombe Heritage Park — a UK vineyard in england london, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Swanscombe Heritage Park?
- The nearest railway station is Swanscombe, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode DA10 0DH.
- Is Swanscombe Heritage Park a protected site?
- Yes — Swanscombe Heritage Park is part of the Swanscombe Skull Site SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Swanscombe Peninsula SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Swanscombe Heritage Park?
- The nearest railway station is Swanscombe, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DA10 0DH.