Vineyards · South West England
Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm
In or near Milborne St Andrew.
Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm — a UK vineyard in england south east, 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
- Moreton · 7.7 km
About
Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in england south east. 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 Dorset, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Weatherby Castle is an Iron Age hillfort located 1020 metres north-west of Ashley Barn Farm in South-East England. This historic site features earthworks that date back to the Iron Age, providing insight into ancient defensive structures. The surrounding area is home to a vineyard, where visitors can expect to find wine production amidst scenic landscapes. The vineyard typically offers tours and tastings, allowing guests to appreciate the regional viticulture.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7654, -2.2749
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle
- Postcode
- DT2 7HL
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Moreton — 7.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17674696 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm?
- Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DT2 7HL), in the parish of Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle.
- What is Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm?
- Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm — a UK vineyard in england south east, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Moreton, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT2 7HL.
- Is Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm a protected site?
- Yes — Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Weatherby Castle, an Iron Age hillfort 1020m north west of Ashley Barn Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Moreton, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT2 7HL.