Towns & cities · East Midlands
Winthorpe
Winthorpe — village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Newark Northgate · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Winthorpe, the nearest railway station is Newark Northgate, located 2.7 km away. Entry to the town is free.
About
Winthorpe is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 595 people. Address: NG24. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire, UK". Coordinates: 53.1042°, -0.7860°.
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Official information
Winthorpe is a village located near Newark, known for its quiet setting and historical significance, including Civil War archaeology. Visitors can explore a mix of traditional cottages and modern homes, as well as the scenic River Fleet.
From the Wikipedia article
Winthorpe is a village and civil parish located 2 miles (3 km) northeast of Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire, England. The population at the 2011 census was 650, falling to 595 at the 2021 census. The name is probably from old English wynne þrop (thorp), which translates as 'hamlet of joy'. An alternative etymology is Wigmund 's or Vigmund 's village. Winthorpe has a village hall, a local pub called the Lord Nelson, and a community centre, where the events range from a monthly lunch club to an annual bonfire night celebration. Winthorpe also has a long-standing cricket tradition and has been the home to Winthorpe Cricket Club since 1887. All Saints' Church, Winthorpe is the Church of England parish church in the village. Newark Air Museum is an air museum located on the former Royal Air Force station, RAF Winthorpe. The airfield was mainly used for training Lancaster crews.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1042, -0.7860
- County
- Nottinghamshire
- District
- Newark and Sherwood
- Parish
- Winthorpe
- Postcode
- NG24
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newark
- Population
- 595
- Nearest railway station
- Newark Northgate — 2.7 km
- Official site
- www.winthorpe.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q1886799 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Winthorpe, Nottinghamshire (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Church of All Saints, Winthorpe - geograph.org.uk - 1117642.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Winthorpe Hall
Historic houses · 0.5 km
Winthorpe
Villages · 0.5 km
All Saints' Church, Winthorpe
Historic churches · 0.7 km
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Winthorpe Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.9 km
Newark Showground
Natural landmarks · 1.4 km
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Langford medieval village, including moat and open field system, 450m north west of Elmtree Farm
Archaeological sites · 1.9 km
St. Leonard's Church
Historic churches · 2.0 km
Winthorpe Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.0 km
RAF Winthrope 1661 HCU
Memorials & monuments · 2.0 km
Newark Air Museum
Museums · 2.0 km
Holme
Towns & cities · 2.0 km
St. Wilfrid's Church, South Muskham
Historic churches · 2.0 km
Winthorpe is a village in Nottinghamshire, located in the East Midlands, with a population of 595. Our guide lists N nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 595
- Administrative county
- Nottinghamshire
- Constituency
- Newark
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Things to see in Winthorpe
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All Saints' Church, Barnby in the Willows
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All Saints' Church, Winthorpe
All Saints' Church, Winthorpe — grade II listed church in Winthorpe, Newark and Sherwood, Nottinghamshire, England, UK.
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Averham Viaduct
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Christ Church
Christ Church — church in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, England.
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Church of St. Mary Magdalene, Newark-on-Trent
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Church of St. Michael and All Angels, Averham
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Governor's House
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Lincoln Road Bridge
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Martin Forster House
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Muskham Bridge
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Newark Castle
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Newark Observant Friary
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Newark Palace
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St. Leonard's Church
St. Leonard's Church — church in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, England.
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St. Wilfrid's Church, Kelham
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Town Hall
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Trent Bridge
Trent Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
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Winthorpe Bridge
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📷 3Historic houses · East Midlands
Winthorpe Hall
Winthorpe Hall — country house in Nottinghamshire, England, UK.
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New Theatre Picturedrome
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Newark Showground
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Winthorpe Hall
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All Saints' Church, Winthorpe
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📷 3Historic bridges · East Midlands
Winthorpe Bridge
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📷 3Natural landmarks · East Midlands
Newark Showground
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📷 3Archaeological sites · East Midlands
Langford medieval village, including moat and open field system, 450m north west of Elmtree Farm
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Where to eat & stay near Winthorpe
Places to stay
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Cathedral View Holiday Park
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📷 5Campsites · East Midlands
Maythorne caravan site & fishing lakes
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Places to eat & drink
📷 6Historic pubs · East Midlands
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Old King's Arms Public House
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Sir John Arderne
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The White Hind Public House
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Winthorpe?
- Winthorpe is in Nottinghamshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NG24), in the parish of Winthorpe.
- What is Winthorpe?
- Winthorpe — village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire, UK.
- How do I get to Winthorpe?
- The nearest railway station is Newark Northgate, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode NG24.
- Is Winthorpe free to visit?
- Yes, Winthorpe is free to enter.
- How do I get to Winthorpe?
- The nearest railway station is Newark Northgate, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NG24.