Northam Devon Map

About Northam

Northam, a place where the land gently slopes towards the coast, has long been shaped by the rhythms of agriculture and the nearby sea. It lies 2.7 km north-north-west of Bideford (from Bideford: bearing 347°T, OS grid SS 449 291), and is situated east of Westward Ho! village. The fertile soil here has historically supported a thriving farming community, with the economic life of Northam interwoven with the produce brought to market and the modest trade that flowed through its neighbouring port. The very air seems to carry the scent of turned earth, a testament to generations who have worked this land under the wide Devon sky. The venerable church of St. Margaret's stands as a quiet sentinel over Northam, its ancient stones a silent witness to centuries of life. Within its shadow, the village green offers a space where the community has gathered for generations, its surface worn smooth by countless footsteps and the passage of seasons. While Northam may not boast grand palaces, its charm lies in its enduring character, a spirit perhaps best captured by the local traditions that persist, offering a gentle connection to the past. It is a place where the simple beauty of the landscape, and the quiet dignity of its people, create a unique and lasting impression.

About This Northam Map Page

Explore Northam, 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: 51.040514, -4.213384. 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.