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Brough

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Brough

Brough is worth a stop: 10 minutes from North Ferriby, 49km from Castle Howard.

Brough is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 19,904, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Brough sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Brough to your route.

About Brough

Brough ( BRUF, locally ) is a town in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is part of the civil parish of Elloughton-cum-Brough with the neighbouring village of Elloughton. Brough is situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds and the town serves as a gateway to the rolling hills of the Wolds. The Yorkshire Wolds

Read more Way National Trail also passes by the eastern end of Brough. Brough has a long association with BAE Systems. Brough has been recognised as one of the most desirable and affluent places to live in Yorkshire, with a rising affluent population and a growing reputation for prestige, quality of life, and thriving communities such as Elloughton-cum-Brough In Bloom.

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Where is Brough located?

Brough is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.7286 latitude, -0.5722 longitude.

What is the population of Brough?

Brough has a population of approximately 19,904 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
19,904
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.7286, -0.5722

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Brough

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Humber Bridge

Vast single-span suspension bridge over the Humber estuary near Hull: the world's longest of its kind for 16 years after opening in 1981, with a 2.2km crossing that still feels like flying over water.

8 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

Seaways Cafe

Famous bikers' cafe at Fridaythorpe on the rolling B1251 through the Yorkshire Wolds, drawing hundreds of motorcycles and sports cars on summer weekends for its renowned breakfasts.

32 km · about 35 min drive

cathedral

York Minster

One of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe, famous for its medieval stained glass.

42 km · about 50 min drive

photogenic

The Shambles

Medieval York street where overhanging timber-framed shops nearly touch across the lane, some dating to the 14th century. Once a row of butchers' shops; the meat-hooks and wide sill-boards survive.

42 km · about 50 min drive

cafe

Squires Cafe Bar

One of Yorkshire's most famous biker cafes near Sherburn-in-Elmet, hosting regular bike nights and rallies.

45 km · about 50 min drive

castle

Castle Howard

A stately home in North Yorkshire, not a true castle but one of England's grandest Baroque residences, famous from Brideshead Revisited.

49 km · about 55 min drive

cathedral

Lincoln Cathedral

Stunning Gothic cathedral that was the tallest building in the world for over 200 years, dominating the Lincoln skyline from its hilltop perch.

55 km · about 65 min drive

racetrack

Cadwell Park

Known as the mini-Nurburgring, this Lincolnshire circuit features dramatic hills including The Mountain where bikes and cars go airborne.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Brough

  • Right hereHumber BridgeVast single-span suspension bridge over the Humber estuary near Hull: the world's longest of its kind for 16 years after opening in 1981, with a 2.2km crossing that still feels like flying over water.
  • 72 kmRosedale Chimney BankOne of England's steepest roads, hitting 1-in-3 (33%) as it climbs from Rosedale Abbey onto the North York Moors past old ironstone kilns. A rite of passage for drivers and cyclists; caravans are banned.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Brough.

Welton

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Brantingham

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3 km away

Ellerker

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 307

North Ferriby

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 7,416

South Cave

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 3,879

Whitton

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km away

Broomfleet

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km away

North Cave

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 1,348

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