Longshaw Manchester Map

About Longshaw

The landscape surrounding Longshaw is characterized by gentle undulations and agricultural fields, hinting at a history tied to the land. It lies 2.4 km north of Billinge (from Billinge: bearing 2°T, OS grid SD 530 022). Historically, Longshaw's development was influenced by its proximity to larger industrial centres, though its own character remained more rural. Evidence of past agricultural activity can still be observed in the patterns of the fields and the occasional remnants of older farmsteads. The local economy, while no longer dominated by farming, retains a connection to the land through smaller holdings and associated businesses. Longshaw itself offers a quiet residential character, serving as a peaceful enclave within the wider Wigan district.

About This Longshaw Map Page

Explore Longshaw, Manchester, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.514988, -2.709758. 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.