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Standon

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Standon

Standon is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Eccleshall, 35km from Lud's Church.

Standon is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 3,429, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Standon 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 Standon to your route.

About Standon

The Standon Farm school shooting was a school shooting in the United Kingdom in which nine boys planned the murder of their headteacher and stole rifles from the cadet armoury to do so. They were interrupted by the teacher Peter Fieldhouse when Gerald Cawley, the leader of the gang, shot and killed him.

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Where is Standon located?

Standon is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.9167 latitude, -2.2833 longitude.

What is the population of Standon?

Standon has a population of approximately 3,429 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
3,429
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
52.9167, -2.2833

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 Standon

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Bentley Factory Tour

Exclusive guided tours of Bentley's Crewe factory where master craftspeople build the world's finest luxury cars.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Alton Towers

Major British theme park set in the grounds of a historic estate in Staffordshire with record-breaking coasters.

27 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Ironbridge Gorge

Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the world's first iron bridge built in 1779.

35 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Lud's Church

Deep mossy chasm hidden in Back Forest above the Dane Valley, 18m deep and cool even in summer. Lollards held secret services here, and scholars identify it as the Green Chapel of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

35 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Thor's Cave

Vast natural cavern with a 10m symmetrical arched mouth gaping from a limestone crag 80m above the Manifold Valley. The scramble up is short and the view through the arch is one of the Peak District's best.

35 km · about 40 min drive

racetrack

Oulton Park

A picturesque Cheshire circuit winding through parkland with dramatic elevation changes, a favourite of British club and national racing.

36 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Dovedale

A limestone valley of caves and pinnacles crossed by famous stepping stones over the crystal River Dove.

37 km · about 45 min drive

cafe

Cat and Fiddle Inn

A historic pub near the summit of the A537 Cat and Fiddle Road between Buxton and Macclesfield, once named Britain's most dangerous road and a famous biking destination.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Standon

  • 43 kmCat and Fiddle RoadA thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.
  • 43 kmCat and Fiddle ViewpointA high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.
  • 57 kmWinnats PassA steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.
  • 58 kmMam TorKnown as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
  • 62 kmHorseshoe PassSweeping A542 mountain pass curling above Llangollen in a giant horseshoe, climbing to 417m past the Ponderosa Cafe with wide views over the Dee Valley. A classic North Wales driving and biking road.
  • 64 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.

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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