Edge
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
New unstructured settlement created near a major city
An edge city is a concentration of business, shopping, and entertainment outside a traditional downtown or central business district, in what had previously been a suburban, residential or rural area. The term was popularized by the 1991 book Edge City: Life on the New Frontier by Joel Garreau, who established its current meaning while working as a reporter for The Washington Post. Garreau argues that the edge city has become the standard form of urban growth worldwide, representing a 20th-century urban form unlike that of the 19th-century central downtown. Other terms for these areas include suburban activity centers, megacenters, and suburban business districts. These districts have now developed in many countries.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 51.789, -2.222
- Timezone
- Europe/London
Overview of Edge
Edge — a place in England, United Kingdom — is worth a place on your map. Plan around nature, sports and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Edge
Nature in Edge
(6)Edge's nature entries include Mountains, Natural Places, Nature, Parks and Scenic Roads. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Edge. 6 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Sports in Edge
(4)Edge's sports entries include Hiking, Hiking Trails, Slopes and Walking Trails. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Edge. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Adventure in Edge
(1)Adventure in Edge covers Climbing. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Edge's own activity tags.
Family in Edge
(1)Family in Edge covers Zoo. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Edge.
Best time to visit Edge
April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in England plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Europe/London on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Edge that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edge known for?
- Travellers associate Edge with nature, sports and adventure. It sits in England, United Kingdom.
- What can you do in Edge?
- Edge is tagged with Mountains, Natural Places, Nature, Parks and Scenic Roads, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Edge?
- April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes.
- Where is Edge located?
- Edge belongs to England, United Kingdom, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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