scenic viewpoint
Higger Tor
A flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.
27 km · about 30 min drive
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Dinnington
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Dinnington
Dinnington works well as a base: 10 minutes from Todwick, 29km from Stanage Edge.
Dinnington is in England, United Kingdom, with about 20,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Todwick, about 4 km away.
Dinnington is a town in the civil parish of Dinnington St John's, in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, in South Yorkshire, England. It is near to the towns of Worksop and Rotherham and cities of Sheffield and Doncaster.
Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, Dinnington is the principal settlement inRead more
the civil parish of Dinnington St John's, which also includes the small satellite hamlets of Throapham and St John's. The Dinnington St John's parish is the most populous constituent of the St John's ward, which also includes the parishes of Laughton-en-le-Morthen, Firbeck, Letwell and Gildingwells. In 2001 this ward had a population of 11,476, with Dinnington St John's itself making up 9,161 of that figure. The population of the ward at the 2011 Census had increased to 12,517. Dinnington is about 330 feet (101 m) above sea level.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Dinnington?
Within an hour or so of Dinnington: Higger Tor (27 km), Stanage Edge (29 km), Stanage Edge (Pride and Prejudice cliff) (29 km), Curbar Edge (29 km).
Are there any good drives near Dinnington?
The nearest famous roads are Monsal Trail, Snake Pass and Woodhead Pass.
Where is Dinnington?
Dinnington is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Todwick.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 19,860
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 53.3667, -1.2000
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
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 Dinnington
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
Stanage Edge
Dramatic gritstone escarpment stretching for nearly 4 miles across the Peak District, beloved by rock climbers and walkers alike.
29 km · about 35 min drive
film location
Stanage Edge (Pride and Prejudice cliff)
The gritstone edge in the Peak District where Elizabeth Bennet stands on the rocks in the 2005 film.
29 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Curbar Edge
A gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.
29 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Froggatt Edge
A wooded gritstone edge north of Curbar, home to classic climbs and an easy level walk along the escarpment top.
29 km · about 35 min drive
natural wonder
Padley Gorge
A steep wooded ravine of ancient sessile oaks and tumbling water below Longshaw, a favourite for paddling and photography.
29 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Chatsworth House
Magnificent stately home of the Duke of Devonshire set in expansive parkland, housing one of Europe's most significant art collections.
31 km · about 35 min drive
film location
Chatsworth House (Pemberley)
The Derbyshire seat of the Dukes of Devonshire is Pemberley in the 2005 Pride and Prejudice and appears in The Duchess.
31 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near Dinnington
8 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 60km.
- 27 kmHigger TorA flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.
- 29 kmCurbar EdgeA gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.
- 29 kmFroggatt EdgeA wooded gritstone edge north of Curbar, home to classic climbs and an easy level walk along the escarpment top.
- 33 kmBamford EdgeA short gritstone edge with what many consider the finest view in the Peak District, straight down onto Ladybower Reservoir.
- 36 kmMonsal TrailAn 8.5-mile traffic-free walking and cycling route along a former railway through the Wye valley, passing through four lit tunnels.
- 38 kmMonsal HeadA viewpoint above the Wye valley looking down on the five-arch Headstone Viaduct, now carrying the Monsal Trail.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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