Hatherleigh Devon Map

About Hatherleigh

Hatherleigh, a market town with a quiet dignity, graces the West Devon landscape. It lies 10.4 km north-north-west of Okehampton (from Okehampton: bearing 332°T, OS grid SS 541 044), and is situated south of Meeth village. The River Okement, a silver thread, winds its way close by, its banks often alive with the calls of waterfowl, lending a gentle murmur to the surrounding fields. Historically, Hatherleigh has been a focal point for agricultural trade, its market square, a venerable expanse of worn cobbles, still echoing with the murmur of commerce. The ancient parish church of St. John the Baptist, with its sturdy granite tower, stands as a silent witness to centuries of village life, its stone absorbing the soft Devon light. Though small, Hatherleigh possesses a distinct character, a quiet resilience that speaks of its enduring connection to the land and its traditions.

About This Hatherleigh Map Page

Explore Hatherleigh, 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: 50.821546, -4.072299. 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.