Bothal Northumberland Map

About Bothal

Bothal, a hamlet in Northumberland, breathes a quiet existence against the rolling Northumbrian landscape. It lies 3.7 km west-south-west of Ashington (from Ashington: bearing 253°T, OS grid NZ 239 866), and is situated east-south-east of Pegswood village. The ancient stones of Bothal Castle, a robust pele tower that has weathered centuries, stand as a sentinel overlooking the gentle curves of the River Wansbeck, its waters carrying the faint murmur of bygone industry. A sense of enduring tranquility pervades Bothal, where the light often falls with a soft, diffused quality, illuminating the textures of weathered stone and the deep green of surrounding fields. The air here carries a subtle scent of damp earth and distant woodsmoke, a testament to the enduring connection between the hamlet and its rural setting. Though small, Bothal possesses a character that speaks of resilience and a deep-rooted past, a quiet corner of England where time seems to move with a more measured, contemplative pace.

About This Bothal Map Page

Explore Bothal, Northumberland, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 55.173372, -1.625462. 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.