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Donington Grand Prix Collection
World's largest collection of Grand Prix racing cars spanning from the 1930s to modern F1 at Donington Park circuit.
17 km · about 20 min drive
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Burton on the Wolds
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About Burton on the Wolds
Burton on the Wolds is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Barrow upon Soar, 53km from Dovedale.
Burton on the Wolds is in England, United Kingdom, with about 1,200 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Barrow upon Soar, about 4 km away.
Burton on the Wolds is a village in Leicestershire, England, situated on the B676 road 3 miles (4.8 km) west of the A46 and about the same distance to the east of Loughborough, close to the county border with Nottinghamshire. In the 2011 census, the population was measured at 1,218. The Parish Council of Burton onRead more
the Wolds, Cotes and Prestwold serves the village and its two neighbouring hamlets. The local borough council is Charnwood.
The village's name means 'farm/settlement with a fortification'.
The village is listed in the Domesday Book, showing it comprised 15 households in the year 1086. In the Middle Ages Burton was the property of Garendon Abbey.
After World War II, a Polish camp was set up in the village, due to its proximity to RAF Wymeswold, which opened in 1942 and closed in 1957. It now hosts an industrial complex containing Jump Giants Loughborough.
Burton has its own primary school, pub and shop (in the garage).
The Lion's Head water fountain was probably built in the mid 19th century.
Prestwold Hall, which was built in the 18th century, is within the parish of Prestwold, but part of the grounds falls within the Burton on the Wolds parish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Burton on the Wolds?
Within an hour or so of Burton on the Wolds: Donington Grand Prix Collection (17 km), Mallory Park (25 km), Great British Car Journey (40 km), PF International Kart Circuit (42 km).
Are there any good drives near Burton on the Wolds?
The nearest famous roads are Monsal Trail, A54 Congleton to Buxton and A537 Cat and Fiddle Summit.
Where is Burton on the Wolds?
Burton on the Wolds is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Barrow upon Soar.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 1,218
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 52.7857, -1.1299
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
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 Burton on the Wolds
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
racetrack
Mallory Park
Compact lakeside circuit at Kirkby Mallory known as the 'friendly circuit', racing since 1956. Its Gerard's Bend is one of the longest, fastest corners in British motorsport.
25 km · about 30 min drive
museum
Great British Car Journey
Interactive museum in Ambergate telling the story of the British car industry through 130+ vehicles, from Austin 7 to Aston Martin: many of which you can actually drive on site.
40 km · about 45 min drive
racetrack
PF International Kart Circuit
One of the world's leading kart tracks, in Lincolnshire, host of the CIK-FIA World Karting Championship and the track where many British Formula One drivers began.
42 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Matlock Bath Motorcycle Strip
The entire riverside parade at Matlock Bath transforms into the UK's most famous bike meet every sunny weekend.
47 km · about 55 min drive
museum
Coventry Transport Museum
Houses the world's largest publicly owned collection of British road transport, including land speed record holders.
49 km · about 55 min drive
landmark
JLR Classic Works
Jaguar Land Rover's dedicated classic vehicle facility in Coventry where heritage models are restored and reimagined.
51 km · about 60 min drive
natural wonder
Dovedale
A limestone valley of caves and pinnacles crossed by famous stepping stones over the crystal River Dove.
53 km · about 60 min drive
Driving roads near Burton on the Wolds
8 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 100km.
- 62 kmCurbar EdgeA gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.
- 63 kmMonsal TrailAn 8.5-mile traffic-free walking and cycling route along a former railway through the Wye valley, passing through four lit tunnels.
- 64 kmMonsal HeadA viewpoint above the Wye valley looking down on the five-arch Headstone Viaduct, now carrying the Monsal Trail.
- 64 kmFroggatt EdgeA wooded gritstone edge north of Curbar, home to classic climbs and an easy level walk along the escarpment top.
- 69 kmHigger TorA flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.
- 74 kmBamford EdgeA short gritstone edge with what many consider the finest view in the Peak District, straight down onto Ladybower Reservoir.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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