Sherford Devon Map

About Sherford

Sherford lies in the South Hams, a district of Devon where the land slopes gently towards the sea, its geography shaped by ancient river valleys and the persistent breath of the Atlantic. It lies 7.3 km east of Plymouth (from Plymouth: bearing 92°T, OS grid SX 550 539), and is situated north of Brixton village. The soil here, a rich loam, has for centuries yielded its bounty, supporting a predominantly agricultural economy that continues to underpin the character of Sherford. This enduring connection to the land, to the turning of seasons and the steady work of cultivation, imbues the place with a quiet resilience, a sense of continuity that stretches back through generations of those who have tended these fields. The cultural pulse of Sherford, though subtle, beats with the rhythm of its community life. While no grand landmarks dominate the skyline, the quality of light here, particularly in the late afternoon when it catches the weathered stone of cottages, lends a certain grace to the everyday. The local events, small gatherings often centred around the village hall or the green, speak to a shared spirit, a communal understanding that binds its inhabitants. These are not the boisterous celebrations of larger towns, but rather quiet affirmations of belonging, a testament to the enduring human need for connection amidst the open sky of the South Hams.

About This Sherford Map Page

Explore Sherford, 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: 50.367848, -4.039513. 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.