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Drayton House (Saltburn)
The private Northamptonshire country house used as the Catton family estate in Saltburn; visible from public rights of way only.
12 km · about 20 min drive
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Corby
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Corby
Corby is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Cottingham, 29km from Santa Pod Raceway.
Corby is in England, United Kingdom, with about 68,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Cottingham, about 5 km away.
Corby is a town and civil parish in the North Northamptonshire district, in Northamptonshire, England, 23 miles (37 km) northeast of Northampton. In 2021, the parish had a population of 62,341, while the wider built-up area had a population of 68,160. From 1974 to 2021, it was the administrative headquarters of theRead more
Borough of Corby; at the 2021 census, the former borough had a population of 75,571.
Corby was once known as "Little Scotland" due to the large number of Scottish workers who came to work in its steelworks. Corby has undergone regeneration with the opening of Corby railway station and Corby International Pool in 2009 and the Corby Cube in 2010. The Cube houses a 450-seat theatre, public library and other community amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Corby?
Within an hour or so of Corby: Drayton House (Saltburn) (12 km), Santa Pod Raceway (29 km), Mallory Park (45 km), Aston Martin Works Heritage (46 km).
Are there any good drives near Corby?
The nearest famous roads are Monsal Trail, A54 Congleton to Buxton and Goyt Valley road, Peak District.
Where is Corby?
Corby is in England, United Kingdom, about 5 km from Cottingham.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 68,164
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 52.4964, -0.6894
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 Corby
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Santa Pod Raceway
Europe's premier drag racing venue in Northamptonshire, hosting iconic events like the FIA European Finals and Flame & Thunder.
29 km · about 35 min 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.
45 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Aston Martin Works Heritage
The spiritual home of Aston Martin at the original Newport Pagnell factory, offering heritage servicing, restoration, and sales.
46 km · about 55 min drive
cafe
Super Sausage Cafe
Legendary transport cafe on the A5 Watling Street near Potterspury, a favourite fry-up stop for bikers and classic car runs heading between London and the Midlands since the 1960s.
48 km · about 55 min drive
cafe
Caffeine & Machine: The Bowl
The Bedfordshire location set in a dramatic former quarry bowl, opened in 2023 as the brand's third venue.
51 km · about 60 min drive
racetrack
Silverstone Circuit
The home of British motorsport, hosting the first ever F1 World Championship race in 1950
52 km · about 60 min drive
museum
The Silverstone Experience
Immersive museum at the home of British motorsport telling the story of the past, present, and future of racing.
52 km · about 60 min drive
Driving roads near Corby
9 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 63 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
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