Sharpness Gloucestershire Map

About Sharpness

Sharpness, a vital port on the River Severn, commands a distinctive presence in Gloucestershire. It lies 4.3 km east-south-east of Lydney (from Lydney: bearing 109°T, OS grid SO 674 017), and is situated west-north-west of Wanswell village. The very air here often carries the tang of the sea, a constant reminder of Sharpness's maritime purpose, a gateway to the Bristol Channel and beyond. Its docks, though perhaps less bustling than in former eras, still bear the imprint of ceaseless commerce, a testament to the enduring human endeavour to connect distant shores. The landscape around Sharpness, low-lying and often brushed with a soft, diffused light that seems to emanate from the wide expanse of water, possesses a quiet, elemental beauty. The enduring presence of the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, a marvel of engineering, further defines the character of Sharpness, a ribbon of commerce winding through the flatlands.

About This Sharpness Map Page

Explore Sharpness, 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: 51.713971, -2.472212. 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.