natural wonder
Stanage Edge
Dramatic gritstone escarpment stretching for nearly 4 miles across the Peak District, beloved by rock climbers and walkers alike.
20 km · about 25 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Rotherham works well as a base: 5 minutes from Whiston, 20km from Stanage Edge.
Rotherham is a city located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 117,618, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Rotherham 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 Rotherham to your route.
Rotherham is a market town in South Yorkshire, England. It lies at the confluence of the River Rother, from which the town takes its name, and the River Don. It is the largest settlement in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham.
Before the Industrial Revolution, traditional industries included farming, glass makingRead more
and flour milling. In the late 18th and 19th centuries, Rotherham became known for its coal mining and, later, steel industries. The town's historic county is Yorkshire, and Rotherham was once part of the West Riding of Yorkshire. In 1974, this administrative county was abolished during a reorganisation of local government.
Subsequently, Rotherham became part of South Yorkshire, where it forms one of four metropolitan boroughs.
Rotherham had a population of 109,691 in the 2011 census. The borough had a 2024 population of 276,595, the 64th most populous district in England.
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Rotherham is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.4301 latitude, -1.3568 longitude.
Rotherham has a population of approximately 117,618 people, making it a city in United Kingdom.
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natural wonder
Dramatic gritstone escarpment stretching for nearly 4 miles across the Peak District, beloved by rock climbers and walkers alike.
20 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
A traditional inn at the junction of Snake Pass and the A57 in the Peak District, a beloved meeting point for bikers and drivers tackling England's famous Snake Pass.
25 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
Magnificent stately home of the Duke of Devonshire set in expansive parkland, housing one of Europe's most significant art collections.
28 km · about 35 min drive
castle
A Norman keep perched high above Castleton, guarding the Hope Valley with commanding views over the Peak.
29 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Known as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
31 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.
31 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
A handsome stone market town on the River Wye, home of the original Bakewell pudding and a graceful medieval bridge.
32 km · about 35 min drive
national park
Britain's first national park, featuring gritstone edges, limestone dales, and rolling moorland.
33 km · about 40 min drive
April to October
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