Wotton-under-Edge Gloucestershire Map

About Wotton-under-Edge

Wotton-under-Edge, a pleasingly irregular shape against the Cotswold escarpment, has long drawn its character from the land. It lies 4.9 km south of Dursley (from Dursley: bearing 178°T, OS grid ST 757 932), and is situated south-west of Coombe village. The town's historical roots are intertwined with the wool trade, a vibrant economic engine that once shaped its fortunes, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy stone buildings that still catch the afternoon sun with a gentle, honeyed glow. Its position, where the fertile Vale of Berkeley begins to rise, has always afforded it a degree of self-sufficiency and a connection to the agricultural rhythms of the surrounding countryside. The spiritual heart of Wotton-under-Edge beats within the walls of St. Mary's Church, its spire a familiar landmark against the expansive sky, a testament to centuries of devotion. The town’s association with the poet and philosopher Percy Bysshe Shelley, who spent some of his formative years here, lends a certain intellectual resonance to its quiet lanes. Walking through its market square, one can almost hear the echoes of past commerce, the murmur of voices and the clatter of goods, a subtle reminder of the enduring spirit of this Gloucestershire town.

About This Wotton-under-Edge Map Page

Explore Wotton-under-Edge, 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: 51.637690, -2.351645. 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.

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