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Glinton

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Glinton

Glinton sits on the route: 5 minutes from Marholm, 46km from Ely Cathedral.

Glinton is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,740, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Glinton 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 Glinton to your route.

About Glinton

Glinton is a village in the north of the City of Peterborough unitary authority area in Cambridgeshire, England. Historically in Northamptonshire, it has a population of 3,130 (2001 Census) and consists of about 1,200 dwellings. It is separated from the urban sprawl of Peterborough and the new township of Werrington

Read more by the A15, the Peterborough bypass.

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Where is Glinton located?

Glinton is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.6392 latitude, -0.2963 longitude.

What is the population of Glinton?

Glinton has a population of approximately 1,740 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,740
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
52.6392, -0.2963

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 Glinton

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

cathedral

Ely Cathedral

Stunning Romanesque and Gothic cathedral dominating the Cambridgeshire fenland, renowned for its unique octagonal lantern tower.

46 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Santa Pod Raceway

Europe's premier drag racing venue in Northamptonshire, hosting iconic events like the FIA European Finals and Flame & Thunder.

50 km · about 60 min drive

racetrack

PF International Kart Circuit

One of the world's leading kart tracks, in Lincolnshire, host of the CIK-FIA World Karting Championship and the track where many British Formula One drivers began.

51 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

King's College Chapel, Cambridge

Pinnacle of late Gothic architecture with the world's largest fan vault ceiling and Rubens' masterpiece altarpiece, an icon of Cambridge University.

56 km · about 65 min drive

scenic viewpoint

The Backs, Cambridge

The famous riverside meadows behind the Cambridge colleges, offering iconic views of King's College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs and punts on the Cam.

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Glinton

  • 56 kmThe Backs, CambridgeThe famous riverside meadows behind the Cambridge colleges, offering iconic views of King's College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs and punts on the Cam.

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 Glinton.

Peakirk

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km away

Northborough

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km awayPop. 1,318

Helpston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 981

Marholm

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km away

Market Deeping

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 13,574

Newborough

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km away

Ufford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km away

Langtoft

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,967

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