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
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Wisbech
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Wisbech
Wisbech sits on the route: 5 minutes from West Walton, 31km from Ely Cathedral.
Wisbech is in England, United Kingdom, with about 32,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is West Walton, about 4 km away.
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 throughRead more
the 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Wisbech?
Within an hour or so of Wisbech: Ely Cathedral (31 km), King's College Chapel, Cambridge (51 km), The Backs, Cambridge (51 km), Snetterton Circuit (58 km).
Are there any good drives near Wisbech?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Monsal Trail.
Where is Wisbech?
Wisbech is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from West Walton.
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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
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
5 notable places within an hour's 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
film location
Drayton House (Saltburn)
The private Northamptonshire country house used as the Catton family estate in Saltburn; visible from public rights of way only.
58 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Wisbech
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 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
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