PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripCommunityMerchandise
Lock 48, Chesterfield Canal
Photograph of 114-118 Bridge Street, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England
Cropped image by Neil Theasby
Photo by Poliphilo
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Worksop
EuropeUnited KingdomEngland

Worksop

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Worksop

Worksop sits on the route: 10 minutes from Woodsetts, 33km from Padley Gorge.

Worksop is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 44,733, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Worksop 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 Worksop to your route.

About Worksop

Worksop ( WURK-sop) is a market town in the Bassetlaw District in Nottinghamshire, England. Located close to Nottinghamshire's borders with South Yorkshire and Derbyshire, it is on the River Ryton and not far from the northern edge of Sherwood Forest. The population of the town was recorded at 44,733 in the 2021

Read more Census. To the south of Worksop is the area of the Dukeries.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Worksop

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

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 Worksop.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Worksop.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Worksop?

Worksop 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.

How do I plan a road trip to Worksop?

Plan your road trip to Worksop with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Worksop as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Worksop located?

Worksop is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.3018 latitude, -1.1240 longitude.

What is the population of Worksop?

Worksop has a population of approximately 44,733 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Worksop as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Worksop. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
44,733
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.3018, -1.1240

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.

Full driving guide for United Kingdom

Tags

EuropeUnited KingdomEnglandTown

Worth the detour from Worksop

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Higger Tor

A flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.

32 km · about 35 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.

33 km · about 40 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.

33 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Curbar Edge

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

33 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Froggatt Edge

A wooded gritstone edge north of Curbar, home to classic climbs and an easy level walk along the escarpment top.

33 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Padley Gorge

A steep wooded ravine of ancient sessile oaks and tumbling water below Longshaw, a favourite for paddling and photography.

33 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Stanage Edge

Dramatic gritstone escarpment stretching for nearly 4 miles across the Peak District, beloved by rock climbers and walkers alike.

34 km · about 40 min drive

film location

Stanage Edge (Pride and Prejudice cliff)

The gritstone edge in the Peak District where Elizabeth Bennet stands on the rocks in the 2005 film.

34 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Worksop

7 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 60km.

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

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 Worksop.

Woodsetts

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 1,746

Clowne

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 7,590

Todwick

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 1,673

Market Warsop

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 9,018

Wales

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 5,956

Ranskill

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 1,362

Retford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 22,023

Edwinstowe

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

13 km awayPop. 5,188

Plan a trip around Worksop

United Kingdom road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Worksop

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Drive Times & Distances
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence