Horton

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Horton

At junction 5 on the M4 eastbound
At junction 5 on the M4 eastbound Credit: Rob Purvis

Horton is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles east of the town of Slough, Horton is nestled in the picturesque countryside and is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting.

With a population of around 1,000 residents, Horton has a close-knit community feel. The village is characterized by its charming cottages and traditional architecture, giving it a quintessentially English village atmosphere. The surrounding landscape is predominantly agricultural, with rolling fields and meadows stretching as far as the eye can see.

One of the notable landmarks in Horton is the St. Michael and All Angels Church, a beautiful and historic building that dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its stunning stained glass windows and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

Despite its small size, Horton benefits from good transportation links. The M4 motorway is easily accessible, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The village also has a regular bus service, connecting residents to nearby areas.

In terms of amenities, Horton has a community hall that serves as a social hub for various events and gatherings. There is also a local pub, offering a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

Overall, Horton offers a peaceful and charming place to live, with its picturesque surroundings and strong sense of community. It is an ideal location for those seeking a quiet countryside retreat while still having access to nearby urban centers.

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Horton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.473272/-0.54263522 or Grid Reference TQ0175. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

At junction 5 on the M4 eastbound
At junction 5 on the M4 eastbound
Temporary buildings near the Queen Mother Reservoir
Temporary buildings near the Queen Mother Reservoir
Swans and grassland near the Queen Mother Reservoir
Swans and grassland near the Queen Mother Reservoir
Horton Road (B376) Beside the Queen Mother Reservoir.
Horton Road (B376)
Beside the Queen Mother Reservoir.
Chinese restaurant on Welley Road
Chinese restaurant on Welley Road
Bus stop on Welley Road (B376)
Bus stop on Welley Road (B376)
Businesses on Welley Road
Businesses on Welley Road
Reeds Service Station On Welley Road.
Reeds Service Station
On Welley Road.
Gated road off Welley Road
Gated road off Welley Road
George V postbox on Welley Road, Sunnymeads Postbox No. TW189 608.
George V postbox on Welley Road, Sunnymeads
Postbox No. TW189 608.
Elizabeth II postbox on Welley Road, Wraysbury Postbox No. TW189 609.
Elizabeth II postbox on Welley Road, Wraysbury
Postbox No. TW189 609.
The Colne Brook at Wraysbury The Colne Brook is part of the very complicated set of waterways which make up the River Colne.  As a distributary, it takes a substantial part of the flow to join the Thames upstream of the Colne itself. 
For most of its course the Colne consists of a maze of millstreams, diversions, and alternative rivers, plus a flow in and out of the Grand Union Canal.  Add reservoirs and gravel pits to the picture and it's not always easy to know which bit of the river you are dealing with.
A diagram on <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colne_Brook" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colne_Brook">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> attempts to make sense of it.
The Colne Brook at Wraysbury
The Colne Brook is part of the very complicated set of waterways which make up the River Colne. As a distributary, it takes a substantial part of the flow to join the Thames upstream of the Colne itself. For most of its course the Colne consists of a maze of millstreams, diversions, and alternative rivers, plus a flow in and out of the Grand Union Canal. Add reservoirs and gravel pits to the picture and it's not always easy to know which bit of the river you are dealing with. A diagram on LinkExternal link attempts to make sense of it.
Bridge at Wraysbury Station The road bridge is single file with traffic lights. The reason is probably because it doubles as the over bridge between the station platforms so a safe walkway has to be provided.
Bridge at Wraysbury Station
The road bridge is single file with traffic lights. The reason is probably because it doubles as the over bridge between the station platforms so a safe walkway has to be provided.
Railway Bridge over the Colne Brook The line crosses the river on a low bridge in the middle of a damp and wooded area.
Railway Bridge over the Colne Brook
The line crosses the river on a low bridge in the middle of a damp and wooded area.
Victorian Buildings, Wraysbury High Street An eye catching set of buildings from the 19th century in Wraysbury village.
The Baptist Church dates from 1862, while the gabled terrace in the foreground is later. It has a stone above the central window which has the unusual inscription "189 2/8" I can only guess it took six years to build and somebody wanted that recorded.
Victorian Buildings, Wraysbury High Street
An eye catching set of buildings from the 19th century in Wraysbury village. The Baptist Church dates from 1862, while the gabled terrace in the foreground is later. It has a stone above the central window which has the unusual inscription "189 2/8" I can only guess it took six years to build and somebody wanted that recorded.
Derelict Shops, Station Road With property prices round here, these places would be worth a lot if they were done up. Instead, they seem to be heading for dereliction.
Derelict Shops, Station Road
With property prices round here, these places would be worth a lot if they were done up. Instead, they seem to be heading for dereliction.
Colne Brook Taken from side of Toad Hall house.
Colne Brook
Taken from side of Toad Hall house.
Houses next to Colne Brook
Houses next to Colne Brook
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Horton is located at Grid Ref: TQ0175 (Lat: 51.473272, Lng: -0.54263522)

Unitary Authority: Windsor and Maidenhead

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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