Foord Kent Map

About Foord

The character of Foord is shaped by its proximity to the bustling coastal town of Folkestone. It lies 0.8 km north-north-east of Folkestone (from Folkestone: bearing 18°T, OS grid TR 230 369). Foord itself is a suburban expanse, primarily residential, with a scattering of local amenities catering to its inhabitants. The landscape around Foord is gently undulating, typical of the Kent countryside, with pockets of woodland and open fields hinting at its agricultural past. While Foord lacks grand historical monuments, its development reflects the growth of the wider Folkestone conurbation, with housing estates dating from various periods of the 20th century. The local economy is largely tied to the services and employment opportunities found in nearby Folkestone, with many residents commuting for work.

About This Foord Map Page

Explore Foord, Kent, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.088275, 1.183648. 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.