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Southwell

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Southwell

Southwell is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Farnsfield, 33km from Lincoln Cathedral.

Southwell is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,757, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Southwell 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 Southwell to your route.

About Southwell

Southwell ( SOWTH-wəl, -⁠wel, locally also SUDH-əl) is a minster and market town, and a civil parish, in the district of Newark and Sherwood, in Nottinghamshire, England. It is home to Southwell Minster, a grade-I listed structure and the cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. The population

Read more of the town was recorded at 7,491 in the 2021 census.

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Where is Southwell located?

Southwell is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.0780 latitude, -0.9554 longitude.

What is the population of Southwell?

Southwell has a population of approximately 6,757 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
6,757
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.0780, -0.9554

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 Southwell

8 notable places within an hour's 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.

20 km · about 25 min drive

cathedral

Lincoln Cathedral

Stunning Gothic cathedral that was the tallest building in the world for over 200 years, dominating the Lincoln skyline from its hilltop perch.

33 km · about 40 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.

36 km · about 40 min 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.

39 km · about 45 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.

40 km · about 45 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.

47 km · about 55 min drive

film location

Chatsworth House (Pemberley)

The Derbyshire seat of the Dukes of Devonshire is Pemberley in the 2005 Pride and Prejudice and appears in The Duchess.

47 km · about 55 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Curbar Edge

A gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.

48 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Southwell

8 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 100km.

  • 48 kmCurbar EdgeA gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.
  • 49 kmFroggatt EdgeA wooded gritstone edge north of Curbar, home to classic climbs and an easy level walk along the escarpment top.
  • 52 kmHigger TorA flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.
  • 53 kmMonsal TrailAn 8.5-mile traffic-free walking and cycling route along a former railway through the Wye valley, passing through four lit tunnels.
  • 54 kmMonsal HeadA viewpoint above the Wye valley looking down on the five-arch Headstone Viaduct, now carrying the Monsal Trail.
  • 58 kmBamford EdgeA short gritstone edge with what many consider the finest view in the Peak District, straight down onto Ladybower Reservoir.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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