Cottingham East Riding of Yorkshire Map

About Cottingham

Cottingham, a place where the gentle rise of the Yorkshire Wolds begins to soften the horizon, possesses a rich geographical and historical character. It lies 6.6 km north-north-east of Hessle (from Hessle: bearing 12°T, OS grid TA 046 327), and is situated east-south-east of Skidby village. Historically, the town has been shaped by its proximity to the Humber and the fertile agricultural lands surrounding it, a connection that has nurtured its economy for centuries through farming and trade. The very air here seems to carry the faint scent of damp earth and ripening grain, a testament to its enduring agricultural roots. The cultural fabric of Cottingham is woven with threads of quiet resilience and a deep appreciation for its heritage, evident in the enduring beauty of its parish church, St. Mary's, whose soaring spire has long been a beacon for travellers. Its market place, though now a place for contemporary commerce, still echoes with the lively spirit of past generations who gathered to exchange goods and news. Though not a centre for grand artistic pronouncements, Cottingham has nurtured talent, most notably through the celebrated poet Philip Larkin, whose association with the town lent it a contemplative, introspective air, mirroring the gentle, unhurried pace of life that still characterises this East Riding settlement.

About This Cottingham Map Page

Explore Cottingham, East Riding of Yorkshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.780804, -0.413979. 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.