Leominster Herefordshire Map

About Leominster

Leominster, a market town in Herefordshire, carries the quiet pulse of its agricultural heartland. It lies 13.6 km south-west of Tenbury Wells (from Tenbury Wells: bearing 227°T, OS grid SO 496 590), and is situated south-west of Stockton village. Its broad, open streets, once trod by drovers and merchants, still echo with the scent of the surrounding fields, a landscape shaped by the gentle flow of the River Lugg and the patient cultivation of its fertile soils. Historically, Leominster thrived on its wool trade, a legacy evident in the sturdy stone buildings that line its thoroughfares, a testament to centuries of commerce and community. The enduring spirit of Leominster is perhaps best embodied in its fine ecclesiastical architecture, with the imposing Priory Church of St. Mary and St. Michael standing as a beacon of its past. The town's market square, still a vibrant hub on market days, retains a palpable sense of continuity, a place where the daily concerns of life unfold against a backdrop of enduring stone. This Herefordshire gem has also been home to notable figures, including the influential Victorian politician, Lord Ashworth, whose presence once graced its environs, adding another layer to the rich narrative of Leominster.

About This Leominster Map Page

Explore Leominster, 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: 52.227201, -2.738828. 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.