Barrow upon Trent Derbyshire Map

About Barrow upon Trent

Barrow upon Trent, a village in South Derbyshire, carries the quiet dignity of a place long settled by the gentle curve of the Trent. It lies 7.9 km south of Derby (from Derby: bearing 179°T, OS grid SK 353 285), and is situated west of Swarkestone village. The fields surrounding Barrow upon Trent, often touched by the soft, diffused light of the East Midlands sky, retain a verdant richness, hinting at generations of cultivation. The village itself, with its modest dwellings and the ancient presence of its church, feels like a carefully preserved chapter in the county's narrative. The River Trent, a vital artery for centuries, flows nearby, its occasional murmur a constant reminder of the natural forces that have shaped this landscape. The air here often carries the subtle scent of damp earth and cultivated land, a fragrance as old as the village itself.

About This Barrow upon Trent Map Page

Explore Barrow upon Trent, Derbyshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.853258, -1.476921. 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.

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