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Drayton House (Saltburn)
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29 km · about 35 min drive
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Peterborough
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Peterborough
Peterborough is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Marholm, 40km from Ely Cathedral.
Peterborough is a city located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 163,379, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Peterborough 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 Peterborough to your route.
About Peterborough
Classic Gold 1332 was an Independent Local Radio station broadcasting to the Peterborough area on 1332 kHz AM and DAB digital radio. It also was available around Cambridge on DAB digital radio. It was part of the Classic Gold Digital Network which was owned by GCap and was the sister station of 102.7 Hereward FM. ItsRead more
studios were based in the Queensgate Centre, Peterborough.
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Where is Peterborough located?
Peterborough is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.5736 latitude, -0.2478 longitude.
What is the population of Peterborough?
Peterborough has a population of approximately 163,379 people, making it a city in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 163,379
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 52.5736, -0.2478
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 Peterborough
6 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.
40 km · about 45 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.
45 km · about 50 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.
48 km · about 55 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.
48 km · about 55 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.
59 km · about 70 min drive
Driving roads near Peterborough
8 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 48 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
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