Penwortham Lancashire Map

About Penwortham

Penwortham, a substantial settlement in Lancashire's South Ribble district, offers a quiet dignity to those who find themselves within its embrace. It lies 2.6 km west-south-west of Preston (from Preston: bearing 241°T, OS grid SD 517 283), and is situated north of White Stake village. The land here, gently rolling towards the River Ribble, seems to hold a particular quality of light, especially in the late afternoon when the sun slants across the fields, imbuing the scene with a soft, golden hue. Historically, Penwortham's fortunes were tied to its strategic position, a fact still subtly suggested by the lingering presence of its ancient castle mound, a silent sentinel overlooking the modern thoroughfares. Today, the heart of Penwortham beats with the steady rhythm of a place that values its local amenities, from the bustling shops that line the high street to the quiet green spaces that invite contemplation.

About This Penwortham Map Page

Explore Penwortham, 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: 53.749538, -2.732587. 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.