Porlock Weir Somerset Map

About Porlock Weir

Porlock Weir clings to the Somerset coast where the land falls away towards the Bristol Channel. It lies 10.5 km west of Minehead (from Minehead: bearing 277°T, OS grid SS 864 477), and is situated west-north-west of Porlock village. The salty tang of the sea air, a constant companion, mingles with the scent of damp earth from the surrounding Exmoor National Park, a wild expanse of heather and gorse that seems to stretch forever under the vast, changeable sky. Here, the shingle beach hums with the ceaseless murmur of waves, a sound that has shaped the character of Porlock Weir for centuries, whispering tales of hardy fishermen and the occasional adventurous vessel seeking shelter in its modest harbour. The ancient stone cottages, sturdy and low against the prevailing winds, seem to absorb the very essence of the landscape, their walls weathered by countless seasons. Even on a grey day, when the mist rolls in from the channel, there is a peculiar, enduring beauty to Porlock Weir, a raw, elemental charm that speaks of resilience and a deep connection to the sea.

About This Porlock Weir Map Page

Explore Porlock Weir, 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: 51.217726, -3.626881. 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.