Emsworth Hampshire Map

About Emsworth

Emsworth, a jewel on Hampshire's coast, possesses a geography shaped by tidal waters and a history interwoven with seafaring and oyster farming. It lies 3.6 km east-south-east of Havant (from Havant: bearing 106°T, OS grid SU 749 059), and is situated south-south-west of Westbourne village. The estuary's gentle embrace has long dictated its fortunes, fostering an economy that once thrived on the bounty of the sea, evident in the weathered charm of its harbour and the lingering scent of salt in the air. Its past is a quiet narrative of coastal resilience, where life ebbed and flowed with the maritime tides, leaving behind a landscape that still whispers of its seafaring heritage. The cultural character of Emsworth is subtly defined by its maritime past and the distinctive quality of its light, which often paints the water with a pearlescent sheen. While no globally renowned figures claim it as their sole domain, its community spirit often finds expression in local events that celebrate its connection to the Solent, drawing residents and visitors alike to its waterfront. The quiet dignity of its older buildings, many bearing the marks of centuries of coastal living, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of this waterside community, a place where the rhythm of the tides still seems to set the pace.

About This Emsworth Map Page

Explore Emsworth, Hampshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.848075, -0.937104. 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.