Kington Herefordshire Map

About Kington

Kington, a town in Herefordshire, has long been shaped by its position on the Welsh border. It lies 19.9 km west of Leominster (from Leominster: bearing 263°T, OS grid SO 297 566), and is situated west-north-west of Lyonshall village. Its geography, a gentle rise towards the Marches, has historically dictated its role as a market centre and a point of passage, its fortunes tied to the agricultural rhythms of the surrounding countryside and the trade routes that once traversed these hills. The River Arrow, a modest ribbon of water, flows nearby, its presence a constant whisper of the landscape's enduring connection to the land. The character of Kington is perhaps best felt in its market square, where the echoes of centuries of commerce still seem to linger, particularly on a bustling market day. The ancient Offa's Dyke Path, a testament to historical boundary-making, passes close by, drawing walkers who appreciate the subtle beauty of the rolling hills and the wide, clear skies that often grace this corner of England. While no single towering edifice dominates the skyline, the modest charm of its older buildings, their stone mellowed by time, speaks of a quiet resilience and a steadfast presence.

About This Kington Map Page

Explore Kington, Herefordshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.203782, -3.028950. 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.