Ellacombe Devon Map

About Ellacombe

Ellacombe unfolds with a gentle presence on the Devonshire coast. It lies 0.7 km east-north-east of Torquay (from Torquay: bearing 65°T, OS grid SX 920 646). The air here often carries the faint, briny tang of the English Channel, a subtle reminder of its proximity to the vast expanse of water, while the light, especially in the late afternoon, can cast a soft, almost amber glow upon the brickwork of its older dwellings. Though not a place of ancient fortifications or grand monastic ruins, Ellacombe possesses a character shaped by its more recent suburban growth and its connection to the larger seaside resort of Torquay. One might discern a quiet dignity in its well-tended gardens and the orderly arrangement of its streets, a testament to the enduring appeal of domesticity and community. The underlying terrain, gently sloping towards the coast, offers glimpses of the sea and the distant headlands, imbuing Ellacombe with a sense of prospect and open air.

About This Ellacombe Map Page

Explore Ellacombe, 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: 50.471312, -3.522849. 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.