Highway Somerset Map

About Highway

The rolling Somerset countryside gently embraces Highway, a small hamlet with a distinctly rural character. It lies 4.8 km east of South Petherton (from South Petherton: bearing 82°T, OS grid ST 479 175), and is situated east-north-east of Stoke sub Hamdon village. The landscape around Highway is predominantly agricultural, with patchwork fields of arable crops and pastureland defining its immediate surroundings. Ancient hedgerows crisscross the terrain, providing habitat for local wildlife and a sense of enduring tradition. While Highway itself lacks grand structures, the nearby village of Stoke sub Hamdon boasts a notable parish church, hinting at the historical depth of the region. The proximity to larger market towns like South Petherton offers residents access to amenities and a connection to the wider South West of England.

About This Highway Map Page

Explore Highway, Somerset, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.954966, -2.741814. 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.