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Drayton House (Saltburn)
The private Northamptonshire country house used as the Catton family estate in Saltburn; visible from public rights of way only.
15 km · about 25 min drive
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Rothwell
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Rothwell
Rothwell is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Broughton, 24km from Santa Pod Raceway.
Rothwell is in England, United Kingdom, with about 7,700 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Broughton, about 5 km away.
The Market House is a historic building on Market Hill in Rothwell, a town in Northamptonshire, England. The building, which is the meeting place of Rothwell Town Council, is a Grade I listed building. It is managed by the Rothwell Preservation Trust based in Rothwell, Northamptonshire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Rothwell?
Within an hour or so of Rothwell: Drayton House (Saltburn) (15 km), Santa Pod Raceway (24 km), Aston Martin Works Heritage (37 km), Super Sausage Cafe (37 km).
Are there any good drives near Rothwell?
The nearest famous roads are Monsal Trail, A54 Congleton to Buxton and Crystal Palace Circuit.
Where is Rothwell?
Rothwell is in England, United Kingdom, about 5 km from Broughton.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 7,694
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 52.4167, -0.8000
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 Rothwell
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Santa Pod Raceway
Europe's premier drag racing venue in Northamptonshire, hosting iconic events like the FIA European Finals and Flame & Thunder.
24 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
Aston Martin Works Heritage
The spiritual home of Aston Martin at the original Newport Pagnell factory, offering heritage servicing, restoration, and sales.
37 km · about 45 min drive
cafe
Super Sausage Cafe
Legendary transport cafe on the A5 Watling Street near Potterspury, a favourite fry-up stop for bikers and classic car runs heading between London and the Midlands since the 1960s.
37 km · about 45 min drive
racetrack
Silverstone Circuit
The home of British motorsport, hosting the first ever F1 World Championship race in 1950
40 km · about 45 min drive
museum
The Silverstone Experience
Immersive museum at the home of British motorsport telling the story of the past, present, and future of racing.
41 km · about 45 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.
42 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
JLR Classic Works
Jaguar Land Rover's dedicated classic vehicle facility in Coventry where heritage models are restored and reimagined.
44 km · about 50 min drive
Driving roads near Rothwell
9 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 66 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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