Fretherne Gloucestershire Map

About Fretherne

Fretherne rests quietly on the western edge of Gloucestershire, a place where the land seems to hold its breath. It lies 8.2 km west-north-west of Stonehouse (from Stonehouse: bearing 298°T, OS grid SO 733 091), and is situated west of Saul village. Here, the broad sweep of the Severn Estuary often lends the air a pearly sheen, a light that softens the edges of the fields and the scattered cottages. The soil, rich and yielding, has long supported the quiet industry of agriculture, a gentle rhythm dictated by the turning seasons rather than the clamour of markets. A small cluster of homes, some with ancient timbers that whisper of generations past, forms the heart of Fretherne, their gardens spilling over with the vibrant hues of summer blooms. The nearby waters of the Severn, a constant presence, carry whispers of tides and distant shores, a subtle reminder of the world beyond this tranquil corner of England.

About This Fretherne Map Page

Explore Fretherne, 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: 51.780771, -2.387444. 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.