Broughton Lancashire Map

About Broughton

Broughton, a Lancashire village, carries a quiet dignity under the wide northern sky. It lies 2.2 km north-north-west of Fulwood (from Fulwood: bearing 343°T, OS grid SD 524 350). The land around Broughton, a gentle sweep of green fields, often catches the low-angled afternoon sun, painting the hedgerows in shades of amber and gold. Historically, Broughton's fortunes were tied to the fertile soil, its inhabitants long accustomed to the patient labour of agriculture, a rhythm that still echoes faintly in the rustle of the wind through the tall grasses. The village itself, with its sturdy brick houses and the welcoming spire of St. John's Church, possesses a steadfast character, a place where the past feels not so much preserved as comfortably worn, like a favourite coat. A distinctive feature of Broughton is the feeling of spaciousness, even within the village confines, as if the open countryside has lent some of its breathing room to its inhabitants.

About This Broughton Map Page

Explore Broughton, Lancashire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.809967, -2.723541. 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.