museum
Brooklands Museum
The birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, featuring the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit from 1907.
8 km · about 15 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Thorpe works well as a base: 10 minutes from Addlestone, 8km from Brooklands Museum.
Thorpe is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 5,465, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Thorpe 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 Thorpe to your route.
Thorpe is a village in northwest Surrey, England, around 20 miles (32 km) west of central London. It is in the Borough of Runnymede, between Egham, Virginia Water and Chertsey. It is adjacent to the M25, near the M3 — its ward covers 856 hectares (3.3 mi2). Its traditional area with natural boundaries covers oneRead more
square mile less. Thorpe is a former civil parish.
Thorpe has been a manor since at least 1066 and has had a Christian place of worship since at least the 7th century. It has never had major industry and relies for much of its amenities on its two main adjoining towns.
The River Bourne or Chertsey Bourne flows through its far south. In the south-east of the ward is Thorpe Park, one of England's largest amusement parks, alongside a separate watersports centre. Its second-tier local authority, Runnymede, is a largely suburban area.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Thorpe.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Thorpe.
Thorpe offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Thorpe with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Thorpe as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Thorpe is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.4059 latitude, -0.5357 longitude.
Thorpe has a population of approximately 5,465 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Thorpe as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Thorpe. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
Full driving guide for United Kingdom8 notable places within an hour's drive.
museum
The birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, featuring the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit from 1907.
8 km · about 15 min drive
racetrack
The world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit, opened 1907, where surviving sections of the towering concrete Members' Banking rear up out of the Surrey woodland. The museum holds racing cars and aircraft on the original site.
8 km · about 15 min drive
landmark
The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, serving as a royal residence for over 900 years.
10 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Family-friendly theme park near London with LEGO-themed rides, building workshops, and Miniland models.
10 km · about 20 min drive
cafe
Iconic biker and cyclist cafe at the foot of Box Hill in Surrey, a must-stop gathering point on one of England's most famous riding roads.
22 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
A popular roadside cafe at the base of the Box Hill zig-zag road, serving as the unofficial meeting point for the Surrey biker community.
22 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
The 1938 North Circular roadside cafe that became the home of the ton-up boys and rocker culture, reopened on its original site in 1997 and still holding weekly bike and classic car meets.
23 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
The hilltop cafe at the summit of Box Hill offering sweeping views across the Surrey Hills, a classic destination for drivers and cyclists alike.
23 km · about 25 min drive
April to October
Other places to explore near Thorpe.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning