Cirencester Gloucestershire Map

About Cirencester

Cirencester, a jewel of the Cotswolds, bears the enduring imprint of Roman settlement and medieval prosperity, its very stones whispering tales of ancient roads and thriving wool trade. It lies 11.4 km north-west of Cricklade (from Cricklade: bearing 318°T, OS grid SP 022 020), and is situated south-south-east of Stratton village. The surrounding countryside, a gentle, rolling expanse of creamy limestone fields, has long sustained its agricultural heart, a testament to centuries of farming that still shapes the local economy. The broad, airy market square, where the scent of fresh produce mingles with the murmur of conversation, remains the vibrant nexus of this ancient town. Within Cirencester's embrace, the Abbey Church of St John the Baptist stands as a magnificent sentinel, its soaring perpendicular architecture a testament to devotional artistry and the wealth of bygone eras. The Roman Amphitheatre, though now a grassy mound, hints at the town's distinguished past and the scale of its ancient inhabitants' gatherings. Cirencester's cultural pulse beats with a quiet pride, evident in the well-attended local events and the enduring affection for its pastoral setting, a place where the soft Cotswold light seems to linger a little longer.

About This Cirencester Map Page

Explore Cirencester, 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: 51.717003, -1.968382. 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.