Vineyards · South Wales
Wern-Gounsel Hillfort
In or near Grosmont.
Wern-Gounsel Hillfort — a UK vineyard in wales south, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
M J Richardson — 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)
About
Wern-Gounsel Hillfort 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. hillfort in Grosmont, Monmouthshire
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wern-Gounsel Hillfort is a vineyard located in South Wales. This site is notable for its historical significance as an ancient hillfort, which adds an archaeological interest to the vineyard setting. Visitors can expect a rural environment conducive to wine production, with opportunities for vineyard tours and tastings. The combination of history and viticulture provides a unique experience in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9003, -2.9467
- District
- Monmouthshire
- Parish
- Crucorney
- Postcode
- NP7 8ED
- Parliamentary constituency
- Monmouthshire
Sources
- wikidata: Q125487822 (CC0)
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Places to stay
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wern-Gounsel Hillfort?
- Wern-Gounsel Hillfort is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP7 8ED), in the parish of Crucorney.
- What is Wern-Gounsel Hillfort?
- Wern-Gounsel Hillfort — a UK vineyard in wales south, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to Wern-Gounsel Hillfort?
- Drivers can use postcode NP7 8ED.
- Is Wern-Gounsel Hillfort a protected site?
- Yes — Wern-Gounsel Hillfort is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Wern-Gounsel Hillfort?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NP7 8ED. It sits within the Monmouthshire parliamentary constituency.