Towns & cities · East Midlands
Rothersthorpe
Rothersthorpe — village and civil parish in Northamptonshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Northampton · 5.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Rothersthorpe, the nearest railway station is Northampton, located 5.1 km away. Entry to the town is free.
About
Rothersthorpe is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 419 km². Recent population estimates put it at around 458 people. Address: NN7. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in Northamptonshire, United Kingdom". Coordinates: 52.2017°, -0.9537°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Rothersthorpe is a small village of medieval origin, in West Northamptonshire, England, with a population of 500 in the 2001 Census, reducing to 472 at the 2011 census. It is 4 miles (6 km) from the town of Northampton.
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Background
History
The village's name means 'Counsellor's outlying farm/settlement'. Alternatively, the primary element could also be a personal name, 'Hreitharr', 'Reithar' or 'Redhar'. The Berry ringworks are medieval fortifications built and occupied from the late Anglo-Saxon period to the later 12th century. They are situated between the junction of North Street and Church Street and were small defended areas of buildings surrounded partly or completely by large ditches and earthworks topped by wooden palisades. They are rare nationally. The Berry is the site of a ringwork which stood at the centre of medieval Rothersthorpe. The site is irregularly shaped with a wide ditch on the north and west sides.…
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- Coordinates
- 52.2017, -0.9537
- District
- West Northamptonshire
- Parish
- Rothersthorpe
- Postcode
- NN7
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Northamptonshire
- Population
- 458
- Nearest railway station
- Northampton — 5.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q1965648 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Rothersthorpe (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Rothersthorpe Church (geograph 2455600).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
The Berry ringwork
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Gayton Marina Caravan Park
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Bridge Number 47
Historic bridges · 1.2 km
Bridge Number 45
Historic bridges · 1.3 km
Kislingbury Hill
Mountains & hills · 1.4 km
The Limes Caravan Park
Caravan parks · 1.5 km
Rothersthorpe Hill
Mountains & hills · 1.6 km
Milton Malsor War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.9 km
Gayton Manor House
Stately homes · 1.9 km
Bridge Number 43
Historic bridges · 1.9 km
Rothersthorpe is a village in the West Midlands with a population of 458. Our guide lists N attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 458
- Constituency
- South Northamptonshire
- Top categories near here
Things to see in Rothersthorpe
7 attractions within 12 km.
📷 3Historic bridges · South East England
Bridge Number 47
Bridge Number 47 — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Caravan parks · South East England
Gayton Marina Caravan Park
Gayton Marina Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 3Historic bridges · East Midlands
Bridge Number 5 On Northampton Arm Of Grand Union Canal
Bridge Number 5 On Northampton Arm Of Grand Union Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Literary houses · East Midlands
The Berry ringwork
The Berry ringwork — a literary house museum in england west midlands.
📷 5📷 5Mountains & hills · East Midlands
Kislingbury Hill
Kislingbury Hill — mountain in england west midlands. Elevation: 97 m.
📷 5Mountains & hills · East Midlands
Rothersthorpe Hill
Rothersthorpe Hill — mountain in england west midlands. Elevation: 100 m.
Nearby
📷 5Literary houses · East Midlands
The Berry ringwork
The Berry ringwork — a literary house museum in england west midlands.
📷 5📷 3Historic bridges · East Midlands
Bridge Number 5 On Northampton Arm Of Grand Union Canal
Bridge Number 5 On Northampton Arm Of Grand Union Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Caravan parks · South East England
Gayton Marina Caravan Park
Gayton Marina Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 3Historic bridges · South East England
Bridge Number 47
Bridge Number 47 — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · South East England
Bridge Number 45
Bridge Number 45 — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Rothersthorpe
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · South East England
Gayton Marina Caravan Park
Gayton Marina Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · South East England
The Limes Caravan Park
The Limes Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 5Hotels · South East England
Hilton Northampton
Hilton Northampton — a hotel in england west midlands. 4-star. Brand: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.
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📷 7Hotels · South East England
The Saracen's Head
The Saracen's Head — a hotel in england west midlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · South East England
The Compass Public House
The Compass Public House in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
The Bakers Arms Public House
The Bakers Arms Public House in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · South East England
Eastcote Arms Public House
Eastcote Arms Public House in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
Melbourne Arms Inn
Melbourne Arms Inn in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
The Squirrels Inn
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📷 5Cafés · East Midlands
Praca Cafe Portugues
Praca Cafe Portugues — a café in england west midlands.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rothersthorpe?
- Rothersthorpe is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN7), in the parish of Rothersthorpe.
- What is Rothersthorpe?
- Rothersthorpe — village and civil parish in Northamptonshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Rothersthorpe?
- The nearest railway station is Northampton, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NN7.
- Is Rothersthorpe free to visit?
- Yes, Rothersthorpe is free to enter.
- How do I get to Rothersthorpe?
- The nearest railway station is Northampton, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN7.