Chittlehampton Devon Map

About Chittlehampton

Chittlehampton, a North Devon parish, unfolds across a landscape shaped by gentle slopes and ancient hedgerows. It lies 7.8 km west of South Molton (from South Molton: bearing 266°T, OS grid SS 636 254), and is situated north-east of Umberleigh village. The soil here, a rich loam, has long sustained agricultural life, and the air often carries the faint, earthy scent of turned fields. Dominating the village centre is the Church of St. Hieritha, a fine example of perpendicular Gothic architecture, its tower a proud sentinel against the wide Devon skies. A quiet dignity pervades Chittlehampton, a reflection of its enduring connection to the land and the slow passage of seasons. The subtle play of light through the leaves of ancient oaks lining the lanes lends a painterly quality to the everyday scenes. Here, the rhythm of life moves with the dependable turning of the earth rather than the hurried pulse of larger centres.

About This Chittlehampton Map Page

Explore Chittlehampton, Devon, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.012644, -3.945629. 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.