Vineyards · North East England
West Hill camp
In or near Akeld.
West Hill camp — a UK vineyard in scotland central, 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
- Heatherslaw · 9.2 km
About
West Hill camp is one of Britain's growing number of vineyards, located in scotland central. 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 Northumberland, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Hill Camp is a vineyard located in central Scotland. It produces a range of wines, utilising the unique climatic conditions of the region. Visitors can expect to see the vineyards and possibly participate in tastings or tours to learn about the wine-making process. The setting provides a scenic backdrop for those interested in viticulture and local produce.
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- Coordinates
- 55.5591, -2.1447
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Kirknewton
- Postcode
- NE71 6BB
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
- Nearest railway station
- Heatherslaw — 9.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17643549 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Hill camp?
- West Hill camp is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode NE71 6BB), in the parish of Kirknewton.
- What is West Hill camp?
- West Hill camp — a UK vineyard in scotland central, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
- How do I get to West Hill camp?
- The nearest railway station is Heatherslaw, about 9.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE71 6BB.
- Is West Hill camp a protected site?
- Yes — West Hill camp is part of the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to West Hill camp?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE71 6BB. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.