Barnes London Map

About Barnes

Barnes, a verdant settlement within London's Richmond upon Thames district, possesses a quiet grace that belies its proximity to the bustling metropolis. It lies 9.1 km west-south-west of City of Westminster (from City of Westminster: bearing 251°T, OS grid TQ 216 764). The wide expanse of Barnes Common, its grasses often catching the low afternoon sun in a wash of gold, offers a breathing space, a gentle interruption to the urban flow. The River Thames, a majestic artery, flows near Barnes, its waters reflecting the changing sky and lending a certain maritime air to the riverside paths, where the murmur of boats replaces the city's roar. Its history is interwoven with the ancient pathways and lanes that still guide the walker, leading past handsome Victorian architecture and the dignified presence of St. Mary's Church, whose spire has long marked the heart of this locale. The air here often carries the faint, sweet scent of flowering trees in spring, a subtle reminder of the natural beauty that continues to define Barnes.

About This Barnes Map Page

Explore Barnes, London, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.473759, -0.249525. 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.