Bishopstone Wiltshire Map

About Bishopstone

Bishopstone rests in the gentle embrace of Wiltshire's rolling countryside. It lies 9.6 km east of Swindon (from Swindon: bearing 97°T, OS grid SU 245 836), and is situated east of Hinton Parva village. The village breathes a quietude, a subtle stillness that seems to hold the very air in a soft suspension, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun, slanting low, casts long shadows across the ancient stones of its parish church. Here, the earth itself feels ancient, a patient witness to the slow unfolding of seasons and lives, the chalky soil contributing to the distinct character of the surrounding landscape. The houses, many of them honey-coloured stone, seem to emerge organically from the land, their quiet dignity a reflection of the enduring spirit of this place. Even the breeze carries a whisper of distant fields and the faint, sweet scent of wild thyme, a reminder of the natural world that so readily enfolds Bishopstone.

About This Bishopstone Map Page

Explore Bishopstone, Wiltshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.551398, -1.647281. 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.