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Lincoln Cathedral
Stunning Gothic cathedral that was the tallest building in the world for over 200 years, dominating the Lincoln skyline from its hilltop perch.
23 km · about 25 min drive
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Gainsborough
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Gainsborough
Gainsborough is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Beckingham, 58km from Stanage Edge.
Gainsborough is in England, United Kingdom, with about 21,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Beckingham, about 5 km away.
Gainsborough Lea Road (originally opened as Gainsborough and briefly known as Gainsborough North) is one of two railway stations that serve the town of Gainsborough in Lincolnshire, England, the other being Gainsborough Central, which is located in the town centre. The station is managed by East Midlands Railway andRead more
is located 14+1⁄4 miles (23 km) northwest of Lincoln Central on the A156 Lea Road in the south of the town. It opened in 1867 on a single line of the Great Northern Railway, who ran four trains a day from Gainsborough to Lincoln.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Gainsborough?
Within an hour or so of Gainsborough: Lincoln Cathedral (23 km), PF International Kart Circuit (39 km), Humber Bridge (42 km), Cadwell Park (48 km).
Are there any good drives near Gainsborough?
The nearest famous roads are Monsal Trail, Snake Pass and Woodhead Pass.
Where is Gainsborough?
Gainsborough is in England, United Kingdom, about 5 km from Beckingham.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 20,537
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 53.3833, -0.7667
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 Gainsborough
8 notable places within an hour's 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.
39 km · about 45 min drive
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Humber Bridge
Vast single-span suspension bridge over the Humber estuary near Hull: the world's longest of its kind for 16 years after opening in 1981, with a 2.2km crossing that still feels like flying over water.
42 km · about 50 min drive
racetrack
Cadwell Park
Known as the mini-Nurburgring, this Lincolnshire circuit features dramatic hills including The Mountain where bikes and cars go airborne.
48 km · about 55 min drive
cafe
Squires Cafe Bar
One of Yorkshire's most famous biker cafes near Sherburn-in-Elmet, hosting regular bike nights and rallies.
56 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Higger Tor
A flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.
56 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Curbar Edge
A gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.
57 km · about 65 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.
58 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Gainsborough
8 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 100km.
- 42 kmHumber BridgeVast single-span suspension bridge over the Humber estuary near Hull: the world's longest of its kind for 16 years after opening in 1981, with a 2.2km crossing that still feels like flying over water.
- 56 kmHigger TorA flat-topped gritstone tor above Burbage Valley, looking across to the Iron Age hillfort of Carl Wark.
- 57 kmCurbar EdgeA gritstone escarpment above the Derwent valley with sweeping views and long-established bouldering and climbing.
- 58 kmFroggatt EdgeA wooded gritstone edge north of Curbar, home to classic climbs and an easy level walk along the escarpment top.
- 61 kmBamford EdgeA short gritstone edge with what many consider the finest view in the Peak District, straight down onto Ladybower Reservoir.
- 64 kmMonsal TrailAn 8.5-mile traffic-free walking and cycling route along a former railway through the Wye valley, passing through four lit tunnels.
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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