Milton Keynes
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
City in Buckinghamshire, England
Milton Keynes is a city in Buckinghamshire, England, about 50 miles (80 km) north-west of London. At the 2021 Census, the population of its urban area was 264,349. The River Great Ouse forms the northern boundary of the urban area; a tributary, the River Ouzel, meanders through its linear parks and balancing lakes. Approximately 25% of the urban area is parkland or woodland and includes two Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs). By design, the city comprises many well-delineated neighbourhoods.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 264,349
- Coordinates
- 52.042, -0.756
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Elevation
- 102 m
Overview of Milton Keynes
Travellers heading to England, United Kingdom will find Milton Keynes, a sizeable city. About 264,349 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. The local offer centres on sports, water sports and adventure. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Milton Keynes
Sports in Milton Keynes
(4)Milton Keynes's sports entries include Biking, Skiing, Slopes and Snowboard. All of it is drawn from Milton Keynes's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Milton Keynes
(3)For water sports, expect Wakeboard, Water Skiing and Windsurfing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Milton Keynes.
Adventure in Milton Keynes
(2)Our data lists Climbing and Treasure Hunts as adventure options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Milton Keynes.
Shopping in Milton Keynes
(1)Our data lists Shopping as shopping options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Milton Keynes.
Best time to visit Milton Keynes
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Milton Keynes straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Europe/London.
Similar destinations
Places near Milton Keynes that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Milton Keynes known for?
- Milton Keynes, in England, United Kingdom, is best known for sports, water sports and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 264,349 residents.
- What can you do in Milton Keynes?
- Recorded activities in Milton Keynes include Biking, Skiing, Slopes, Snowboard and Wakeboard. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Milton Keynes?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Milton Keynes located?
- Milton Keynes is located in England, United Kingdom. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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