Great Linford Buckinghamshire Map

About Great Linford

Great Linford, a quiet corner of Buckinghamshire, unfolds with a gentle, unassuming character. It lies 2.9 km south-west of Newport Pagnell (from Newport Pagnell: bearing 229°T, OS grid SP 855 420). The landscape here, a subtle patchwork of fields and mature trees, often catches the late afternoon sun in a way that lends a luminous quality to the everyday, a soft golden wash over the brickwork and hedgerows. Historically, Great Linford's modest origins are hinted at in the enduring presence of its parish church, St. Andrew's, whose ancient stones seem to absorb the quiet hum of passing centuries. Though no grand monuments dominate, the simple dignity of its older dwellings, some of which still bear the marks of former agricultural life, speaks of a steady continuity. The nearby Grand Union Canal, a ribbon of tranquil water, offers a different perspective, its towpaths a place where the present day can still feel somewhat removed, a gentle counterpoint to the surrounding suburban sprawl.

About This Great Linford Map Page

Explore Great Linford, Buckinghamshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.069940, -0.753897. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.