Barwell Leicestershire Map

About Barwell

Barwell draws its character from the rich Leicestershire soil, a landscape that has shaped its enduring presence. It lies 2.3 km west-south-west of Earl Shilton (from Earl Shilton: bearing 245°T, OS grid SP 443 967), and is situated west of Elmesthorpe village. The light here, particularly in the late afternoon, seems to gather and deepen on the brickwork of its older dwellings, giving them a quiet, substantial warmth. Though its origins are ancient, Barwell has long been associated with the industrious spirit of the region, its history intertwined with the manufacture of footwear, a legacy that whispers through its streets. The village green, a generous sweep of emerald, serves as a focal point, where the pulse of local life can often be felt on market days or during community gatherings. Even the air in Barwell seems to carry a faint, earthy scent, a testament to the surrounding farmlands that continue to define its horizon.

About This Barwell Map Page

Explore Barwell, Leicestershire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.566751, -1.347215. 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.