Saltwood Kent Map

About Saltwood

Saltwood stands as a notable village within the Folkestone and Hythe district of Kent. It lies 1.1 km north-north-west of Hythe (from Hythe: bearing 340°T, OS grid TR 156 357). The ancient Saltwood Castle, a formidable stone structure with a rich past, commands a quiet, imposing presence over the surrounding landscape, its weathered ramparts hinting at centuries of storied events. Beyond the castle's shadow, the village itself unfolds with a gentle grace, its dwellings often reflecting a pleasing, understated domesticity. The air here, carrying the faint, earthy scent of the nearby countryside, seems to hold a particular clarity, especially when the afternoon sun casts long, benevolent shadows across the lanes. Even in its tranquility, Saltwood retains a sense of its historical significance, a quiet observer of the passage of time.

About This Saltwood Map Page

Explore Saltwood, 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: 51.080575, 1.077618. 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.