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Whittlesey

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Whittlesey

Whittlesey sits on the route: 15 minutes from Eye, 32km from Ely Cathedral.

Whittlesey is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 12,745, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Whittlesey 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 Whittlesey to your route.

About Whittlesey

Whittlesey (also Whittlesea) is an historic market town and civil parish in the Fenland district of Cambridgeshire, England. Whittlesey is 6 miles (10 km) east of Peterborough. In 2021 the built-up area had a population of 13,823. The population of the parish was 17,667 at the 2021 Census.

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Where is Whittlesey located?

Whittlesey is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.5580 latitude, -0.1302 longitude.

What is the population of Whittlesey?

Whittlesey has a population of approximately 12,745 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
12,745
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
52.5580, -0.1302

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 Whittlesey

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

cathedral

Ely Cathedral

Stunning Romanesque and Gothic cathedral dominating the Cambridgeshire fenland, renowned for its unique octagonal lantern tower.

32 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

King's College Chapel, Cambridge

Pinnacle of late Gothic architecture with the world's largest fan vault ceiling and Rubens' masterpiece altarpiece, an icon of Cambridge University.

43 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

The Backs, Cambridge

The famous riverside meadows behind the Cambridge colleges, offering iconic views of King's College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs and punts on the Cam.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Santa Pod Raceway

Europe's premier drag racing venue in Northamptonshire, hosting iconic events like the FIA European Finals and Flame & Thunder.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Whittlesey

  • 43 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

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Whittlesey.

Primrose Place

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 km awayPop. 17,161

Eye

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 2,875

Thorney

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,745

Peterborough

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 163,379

Yaxley

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 9,174

Newborough

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km away

Ramsey

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 7,829

Marholm

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

13 km away

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