Vineyards Β· South Wales
Venta Silurum
In or near Caerwent.
Venta Silurum β a UK vineyard in wales south, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Michael Dibb β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 hβ2 h
- Best time of year
- Late summer & autumn (AugβOct)
- Nearest railway station
- Caldicot Β· 3.0 km
- Free entry
About
Venta Silurum is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in wales south. 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. town in the Roman province of Britannia or Britain
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2018
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Official information
Venta Silurum is the site of a Roman town located in Caerwent, Wales. Visitors can explore the remains of Roman buildings, including a forum and various domestic structures, providing insight into life during the Roman occupation of Britain.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Venta Silurum is a vineyard located in South Wales, established in 350 AD. It is owned by Cadw, the Welsh Government's historic environment service. Visitors can expect to explore the vineyard's scenic setting and learn about its historical significance in the region. The site offers a glimpse into the agricultural practices of the past, alongside contemporary viticulture.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6111, -2.7687
- District
- Monmouthshire
- Parish
- Caerwent
- Postcode
- NP26 5AY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Monmouthshire
- Established
- 350
- Nearest railway station
- Caldicot β 3 km
- Official site
- cadw.gov.wales
Sources
- wikidata: Q15932056 (CC0)
Other places nearby
Caer-went Roman Town
Archaeological sites Β· 0.0 km
Caerwent
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Venta Silurum
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Church of St Stephen and St Tathan (Tatheus)
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classical Roman temple at insula VIII, Caerwent
Follies Β· 0.1 km
Forum-Basilica
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Shops and Houses
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Caewent Roman Town
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Courtyard House
Archaeological sites Β· 0.2 km
Venta Silurum amphitheatre
Open-air theatres Β· 0.2 km
Caerwent Motte
Literary houses Β· 0.3 km
Castle Mound
Viewpoints Β· 0.3 km
Nearby
π· 3Archaeological sites Β· South Wales
Caer-went Roman Town
Caer-went Roman Town β a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.
π· 5Towns & cities Β· South Wales
Caerwent
Caerwent β village and community in Monmouthshire, Wales.
π· 4Museums Β· South Wales
Venta Silurum
Venta Silurum was a town in Roman Britain (Britannia). The name Venta Silurum means "the town of the SilurΔs", with the SilurΔs being a powerful and warlike tribe. Today, it consists of remains in the
π· 5Historic churches Β· South Wales
Church of St Stephen and St Tathan (Tatheus)
Church of St Stephen and St Tathan (Tatheus) β Grade II* listed building-listed church in wales-south, United Kingdom.
π· 5Follies Β· South Wales
classical Roman temple at insula VIII, Caerwent
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π· 3Archaeological sites Β· South Wales
Forum-Basilica
Forum-Basilica β a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Venta Silurum?
- Venta Silurum is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP26 5AY), in the parish of Caerwent.
- What is Venta Silurum?
- Venta Silurum β a UK vineyard in wales south, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Venta Silurum?
- The nearest railway station is Caldicot, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP26 5AY.
- When was Venta Silurum built?
- Built or established in 350.
- Who owns Venta Silurum?
- Venta Silurum is owned by Cadw.
- Is Venta Silurum a protected site?
- Yes β Venta Silurum is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Venta Silurum?
- The nearest railway station is Caldicot, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP26 5AY.