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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.
25 km · about 30 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Newport is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Saffron Walden, 26km from The Backs, Cambridge.
Newport is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 2,352, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Newport 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 Newport to your route.
Newport is a village and civil parish in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England. It lies 3 miles (5 km) south-west of Saffron Walden, its post town. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 2,936.
Located approximately 41 miles (66 kilometres) north of London, the village is situated amongst the arableRead more
fields of northern Essex. With a regular train service to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge from the Newport (Essex) railway station, the village is considered to be within commuting distance of the capital and as such attracts a number of workers from the City of London. Joyce Frankland Academy, a comprehensive co-educational secondary school, is also located in the village.
Newport is the centre point of the long-distance path known as the Harcamlow Way, a figure-of-eight walk between Cambridge and Harlow. Consequently, it has a large number of walks radiating from its centre; short walks of surrounding interest include those heading towards Saffron Walden, the English Heritage property of Audley End House, or Prior Hall Barn in Widdington.
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Newport is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.9843 latitude, 0.2135 longitude.
Newport has a population of approximately 2,352 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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landmark
Pinnacle of late Gothic architecture with the world's largest fan vault ceiling and Rubens' masterpiece altarpiece, an icon of Cambridge University.
25 km · about 30 min drive
scenic viewpoint
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.
26 km · about 30 min drive
cafe
A simple roadside tea hut in Epping Forest that has been a legendary biker gathering spot for decades.
38 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
Exquisitely preserved medieval wool town with over 300 listed buildings, including crooked timber-framed houses and a magnificent church.
42 km · about 50 min drive
cathedral
Stunning Romanesque and Gothic cathedral dominating the Cambridgeshire fenland, renowned for its unique octagonal lantern tower.
46 km · about 55 min drive
cafe
The Bedfordshire location set in a dramatic former quarry bowl, opened in 2023 as the brand's third venue.
49 km · about 55 min drive
cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
50 km · about 60 min drive
cafe
A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.
53 km · about 60 min drive
April to October
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