Cowley Peachy

Settlement in Middlesex

England

Cowley Peachy

Station Road bridge, West Drayton The first West Drayton station (1838-1884) was to the left of the bridge. The current station is to the right of it.
Station Road bridge, West Drayton Credit: Nigel Thompson

Cowley Peachy is a small village located in the county of Middlesex, England. Situated approximately 18 miles west of central London, it falls within the London Borough of Hillingdon. The village derives its name from the nearby Cowley Peachey Junction, which serves as a major railway interchange.

Historically, Cowley Peachy was a rural area known for its agricultural activities, with farming being the primary occupation of its inhabitants. Over time, the village has witnessed significant development and urbanization, resulting in a mix of both rural and suburban characteristics. Despite this, Cowley Peachy has managed to retain some of its traditional charm, with a few older buildings still standing as a testament to its past.

The village benefits from its proximity to major transportation links. Cowley Peachy Junction, located to the east of the village, offers convenient access to London and other parts of the country through its various rail connections. Additionally, the nearby M4 motorway provides easy access to Heathrow Airport and the wider motorway network.

Cowley Peachy is also known for its natural beauty. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors opportunities for leisurely walks, cycling, and other outdoor activities. The nearby Grand Union Canal provides a peaceful setting for boating enthusiasts and is popular among locals for its scenic towpath walks.

In terms of amenities, Cowley Peachy boasts a few local shops and amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. However, for a wider range of facilities and services, the larger neighboring towns of Uxbridge and West Drayton are easily accessible.

Overall, Cowley Peachy offers a mix of rural tranquility and convenient access to urban amenities, making it an appealing place to live for those seeking a balance between countryside living and easy city connectivity.

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Cowley Peachy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.518172/-0.4881052 or Grid Reference TQ0581. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Station Road bridge, West Drayton The first West Drayton station (1838-1884) was to the left of the bridge. The current station is to the right of it.
Station Road bridge, West Drayton
The first West Drayton station (1838-1884) was to the left of the bridge. The current station is to the right of it.
Ferrers Avenue, West Drayton
Ferrers Avenue, West Drayton
Station Road, West Drayton
Station Road, West Drayton
Bridge at the Slough Arm of the canal Another point on the London Loop between West Drayton and Uxbridge - along with Stockley Park - where the route digresses from the Grand Union Canal before returning to it later.
Bridge at the Slough Arm of the canal
Another point on the London Loop between West Drayton and Uxbridge - along with Stockley Park - where the route digresses from the Grand Union Canal before returning to it later.
Little Britain Lake As David Sharp observes in his London Loop book, this is a scenic spot to stop for a while for those walking this part of the Loop. The route from the Slough Arm of the canal emerges here at a series of former gravel pits, now an attractive series of lakes overhung in places by weeping willows and home to various types of water bird.
Little Britain Lake
As David Sharp observes in his London Loop book, this is a scenic spot to stop for a while for those walking this part of the Loop. The route from the Slough Arm of the canal emerges here at a series of former gravel pits, now an attractive series of lakes overhung in places by weeping willows and home to various types of water bird.
West Drayton 1st railway station (site), Greater London Opened in 1838 by the Great Western Railway on the line from London Paddington to Reading, this station closed in 1884 when the main line was quadrupled, resulting in the current station being built 200m further east.
View west towards Iver and Slough, from the current station. From 1856 it was the junction for Uxbridge Vine Street and later, Staines West. The first station was located beyond the road underbridge, at the point where the lines diverging to the right can be seen.
Fore more information, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://disused-stations.org.uk/w/west_drayton/index.shtml" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://disused-stations.org.uk/w/west_drayton/index.shtml">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
West Drayton 1st railway station (site), Greater London
Opened in 1838 by the Great Western Railway on the line from London Paddington to Reading, this station closed in 1884 when the main line was quadrupled, resulting in the current station being built 200m further east. View west towards Iver and Slough, from the current station. From 1856 it was the junction for Uxbridge Vine Street and later, Staines West. The first station was located beyond the road underbridge, at the point where the lines diverging to the right can be seen. Fore more information, see LinkExternal link
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #193
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #193
Canal boat Mair, Grand Union Canal
Canal boat Mair, Grand Union Canal
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #193
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #193
Grand Union Canal at bridge #193
Grand Union Canal at bridge #193
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Canal boat Slow Escape, Grand Union Canal
Canal boat Slow Escape, Grand Union Canal
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #192
Grand Union Canal at Colham Bridge, bridge #192
Grand Union Canal at Colham Bridge, bridge #192
Grand Union Canal at Colham Bridge, bridge #192
Grand Union Canal at Colham Bridge, bridge #192
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #191
Grand Union Canal towards bridge #191
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Cowley Peachy is located at Grid Ref: TQ0581 (Lat: 51.518172, Lng: -0.4881052)

Unitary Authority: Hillingdon

Police Authority: Metropolitan

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