Bathampton Gloucestershire Map

About Bathampton

Bathampton, a village cradled by the gently rolling Somerset countryside, offers a quiet charm that belies its proximity to a larger city. It lies 2.9 km east-north-east of Bath (from Bath: bearing 66°T, OS grid ST 777 660), and is situated south-south-west of Batheaston village. The River Avon, a silver ribbon threading through the landscape, forms a significant feature of Bathampton, its towpath a favoured route for walkers and cyclists who appreciate the soft, diffused light that often filters through the leaves of riverside trees. Historically, Bathampton's fortunes were tied to the river, with mills once harnessing its power, their sturdy stone remnants a quiet testament to a bygone industrial age. Today, the village retains a peaceful character, its cluster of stone houses and a welcoming public house forming the heart of this pleasant corner of England. The air here, particularly on a mild afternoon, carries a faint, earthy scent, a reminder of the fertile land surrounding Bathampton.

About This Bathampton Map Page

Explore Bathampton, Gloucestershire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.393452, -2.321037. 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.