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Wisbech

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About Wisbech

Wisbech sits on the route: 5 minutes from West Walton, 31km from Ely Cathedral.

Wisbech is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 32,489, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Wisbech 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 Wisbech to your route.

About Wisbech

Wisbech ( WIZ-beech) is a market town, inland port and civil parish in the Fenland district in Cambridgeshire, England. In 2011 it had a population of 31,573. The town lies in the far north-east of Cambridgeshire, bordering Norfolk and only 5 miles (8 km) south of Lincolnshire. The tidal River Nene running through the

Read more town is spanned by two road bridges. Wisbech is in the Isle of Ely (a former administrative county) and has been described as "the Capital of The Fens". Wisbech is noteworthy for its fine examples of Georgian architecture, particularly the parade of houses along the North Brink, which includes the National Trust property of Peckover House and the Crescent, part of a circus surrounding Wisbech Castle.

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Where is Wisbech located?

Wisbech is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.6662 latitude, 0.1594 longitude.

What is the population of Wisbech?

Wisbech has a population of approximately 32,489 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
32,489
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
52.6662, 0.1594

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 Wisbech

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.

31 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.

51 km · about 60 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.

51 km · about 60 min drive

racetrack

Snetterton Circuit

A fast and flowing former RAF airfield circuit in Norfolk, popular for British Superbike and BTCC events.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Wisbech

  • 51 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 Wisbech.

West Walton

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 1,731

Emneth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 2,257

Outwell

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 3,320

Upwell

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 4,278

Terrington Saint John

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 1,740

Sutton Bridge

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 3,882

Gedney Hill

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 1,072

March

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

14 km awayPop. 21,051

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