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New Basford

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About New Basford

New Basford is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Arnold, 42km from Dovedale.

New Basford is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 8,371, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, New Basford 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 New Basford to your route.

About New Basford

The Sumac Centre is a self-managed social centre in Nottingham, UK. It provides resources, meeting spaces and workshops for groups and individuals, and supports campaigning for human rights, animal rights, the environment, and peace. It is part of the UK Social Centre Network and the radical catering group Veggies is

Read more based at the centre. It receives no regular funding, the core groups each pay rent that goes toward the mortgage and running costs. Some of the groups are run by volunteers. Its origins can to traced to the Rainbow Centre, which was established in 1984.

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New Basford offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is New Basford located?

New Basford is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.9734 latitude, -1.1656 longitude.

What is the population of New Basford?

New Basford has a population of approximately 8,371 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
8,371
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
52.9734, -1.1656

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 New Basford

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Donington Grand Prix Collection

World's largest collection of Grand Prix racing cars spanning from the 1930s to modern F1 at Donington Park circuit.

21 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Great British Car Journey

Interactive museum in Ambergate telling the story of the British car industry through 130+ vehicles, from Austin 7 to Aston Martin: many of which you can actually drive on site.

23 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Matlock Bath Motorcycle Strip

The entire riverside parade at Matlock Bath transforms into the UK's most famous bike meet every sunny weekend.

31 km · about 35 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.

35 km · about 40 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.

41 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Dovedale

A limestone valley of caves and pinnacles crossed by famous stepping stones over the crystal River Dove.

42 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Bakewell

A handsome stone market town on the River Wye, home of the original Bakewell pudding and a graceful medieval bridge.

43 km · about 50 min drive

racetrack

Mallory Park

Compact lakeside circuit at Kirkby Mallory known as the 'friendly circuit', racing since 1956. Its Gerard's Bend is one of the longest, fastest corners in British motorsport.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near New Basford

  • 59 kmWinnats PassA steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.
  • 60 kmMam TorKnown as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
  • 63 kmCat and Fiddle RoadA thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.
  • 63 kmCat and Fiddle ViewpointA high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.
  • 69 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
  • 70 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.

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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