Shirley Hampshire Map

About Shirley

Shirley hums with the quiet industry of a place that grew organically from the Hampshire soil. It lies 2.7 km north-west of Southampton (from Southampton: bearing 324°T, OS grid SU 404 140). The light here, particularly in the late afternoon, has a soft, almost diffused quality, bathing the well-kept gardens and the occasional older brick dwelling in a gentle glow. Though not a place of ancient ruins, Shirley carries the subtle echoes of its agricultural past in the names of its streets and the enduring green spaces that punctuate its suburban sprawl. Its proximity to the bustling port city of Southampton has shaped its character, offering a sense of quiet retreat while remaining firmly connected to the wider world. The air, when the wind is right, can carry the faint, salty tang of the Solent, a reminder of the coastal influence that reaches even inland.

About This Shirley Map Page

Explore Shirley, 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: 50.924344, -1.426374. 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.