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Stockley Park is a business estate and public country park located between Hayes, Yiewsley, and West Drayton in the London Borough of Hillingdon. In August 2020, it was listed in the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in England as Grade II.[1]

Key Information

Residents

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Stockley Park is home to over twenty companies and corporations including Gilead Sciences, Canon Inc., Sharp Corporation, Mitsubishi, Samsonite, Marks and Spencer and IMG Studios.[2]

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) Hub

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In 2019, IMG Studios became the location of the video assistant referee (VAR) hub for English domestic football. The hub is operated by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) and is responsible for officiating decisions during matches. As a result, "Stockley Park" is sometimes used as a metonym for the VAR officials or the decisions made during football matches.[3][4]

Facilities

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The Stockley Park Quayside area has the following amenities:

Stockley Country Park spans 274 acres (111 ha) of parkland and offers a network of footpaths and bridleways for public use.[6] Within the park is the Stockley Park Golf Club which features an 18-hole championship golf course, along with a bar and restaurant for visitors[7] and also the Goulds Green Riding School which provides horse riding lessons.[8]

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Buses

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The park is served by three London bus routes:[9]

Rail

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The Great Western Main Line runs to the south of Stockley Park. Hayes & Harlington railway station is located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) to the southeast. The Elizabeth Line operates a stopping service between Reading and Shenfield or Abbey Wood as well as to Heathrow Terminal 4. West Drayton railway station is located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) southwest of Stockley Park. It has the same services as Hayes and Harlington station with the exception of the service to Heathrow Terminal 5.[9]

Air

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Heathrow Airport lies 3.5 miles (5.6 km) south of Stockley Park.[9]

History

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Lysons' reproduction of Kip's c.1707 original of Dawley House, which lay to the south of Stockley Park

The land which became Stockley Park lay in two ancient Middlesex parishes, Hillingdon Parish in the west and Harlington Parish in the east. In the Harlington Parish what became the eastern part of Stockley Park was within the estate of Dawley Manor and later the Dawley Wall farm.[13] In Hillingdon Parish the land lay within Colham Manor.

After the cutting of the Grand Junction Canal (renamed Grand Union Canal in 1929) land was leased for brick-earth and later gravel and sand extraction. When deposits were exhausted some of the pits that were produced were used to deposit waste by barge from London.[14][15] With the development of the Park in 1984-1985 approximately five million tonnes of waste was moved in the creation of the business park, the largest civil engineering contract involving landfill transfer in Europe.[14]

The estate was developed by Stanhope and designed by Arup Group from 1984. A Phase II development was added between 1990 and 1998.[14]

Renaming of Starveall (Starvhall/Starvehall) to Stockley

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Stockley Park takes its name from the former hamlet of Stockley. "Stockley" is believed to be a portmanteau word derived from Cowley stock, the generic name given to the locally produced brick in West Middlesex.[5] The hamlet of Stockley came into being with the renaming of the hamlet of Starveall (or Starvhall/Starvehall) in 1912.

Starveall was located in the ancient parish of Hillingdon, lying south of the Grand Junction Canal. The name is a common and possibly humorous description in central southern England for land of poor fertility - (Starve all).[16]

By the middle of the 19th century, a significant brickfield has been established to the west of Starveall farm. An arm known as Starveall dock (and also as Pocock's or Broad's dock) was cut from the Grand Junction Canal to service the brickfield. In 1872 it was extended south of the farm into the Parish of West Drayton, reaching a distance of 1120 yards from the mainline of the canal.[17] In 1879 the leaseholder of Starveall, Samuel Pocock, stated he made 15-20 million bricks per year there.[18] In 1884 Pocock conveyed his interests to Clement Burgess Broad and George Harris, of South Wharf, Paddington.[19]

The hamlet of Starveall continued to grow. By 1885 a church mission room with services held in affiliation with St. Matthew's Church, Yiewsley had been built.[20] By 1888 a branch of St Matthew's Church Infant School had also been established at Starveall.[21] On 2 February 1890 Broad Harris and Co. entertained their tenants and employees at the inaugural opening of the Starvehall Mission Hall.[22] The mission hall would become known as St. Mary's Church.[23]

However, by 1911 Starveall's descriptive name must have been of concern to its inhabitants as on 1 January 1912 the now Broad and Co. issued a circular stating the following:

The Directors of Broad and Co., Ltd beg to inform you that in response to the general desire of their tenantry, and others concerned at Starvhall, West Drayton, to have a 'more suitable designation of the place and works than that of "Starvhall" and "Starvhall Brickfields," they have decided, as from this date, to rename the place "Stockley" and the works to be known as "Stockley Works."[24]

Starveall was located within the Yiewsley Urban District and Broad & Co unilateral renaming of Starveall caused some disquiet at the Council meeting on Tuesday 9 January 1912. It was pointed out that Broad & Co. had thought that they could rename Starveall without sanction and afterwards had realised their mistake and had written to the council asking them to pass a resolution confirming their action. Council member Mr J.A. Holland stated "It is entirely out of order: they ought first to have applied to this Council." However, there was general agreement with the name change. Vice-chairman of the council Mr T. Hancock stated "he saw no reason why the name should not be altered. Starveall was not a correct name, for nobody had been starved there."[25]

Starveall was subsequently expunged, with Starveall Road, Starveall Farm, Starveall Infant School, Starveall Church Mission Hall, Starveall Football Club and Starveall Brickworks all being renamed Stockley. The only reference to Starveall today lies on the canal network managed by the Canal & River Trust. The Grand Union Canal Bridge 195 is still known as Starveall Bridge.[26]

In January 1918 three hundred Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) personnel were stationed at Stockley.[27] A depot was established as the main base for the RNAS Air Construction Corps (ACC). The depot had a Repair Shop, two Stores, Packing and Receiving Rooms, Officers' Mess and Quarters, Executive Office, Sergeants' Mess and Quarters for the men.[28] With the formation of the RAF on 1 April 1918 the depot became RAF West Drayton.

Approximately 70 men of Stockley served in the armed forces in the First World War with 11 giving their lives in the conflict. A war memorial tablet bearing their names was erected outside the mission hall which was unveiled in a ceremony on 6 January 1921.[29]

Stockley continued to be a centre of brick production through the 1920s. However the resources of brick-earth began to become depleted. By 1930 the Stockley brickworks were producing only two million bricks a year. In 1935 the brickworks was closed down.

In 1949-50 the Stockley housing estate was constructed to the west of the hamlet by the Yiewsley and West Drayton Urban District Council. However without its brickmaking raison d'être, the hamlet itself was razed with the Stockley Close Industrial estate today lying where the hamlet was situated. To the industrial estate's east and south lies a truncated 409-yard section of the former canal arm. Some of the buildings of Stockley Farm remain and to its west lies a small local park, Stockley Recreation Ground, which serves the Stockley housing estate.

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Stockley Park is a pioneering and adjacent public country park situated in the London Borough of Hillingdon, , , immediately adjacent to . Developed in the on a former site, it seamlessly integrates approximately 165,000 square metres (1.8 million square feet) of modern office space with extensive landscaped parkland, including lakes, over 200,000 trees and shrubs, an 18-hole , and recreational amenities designed to promote employee and public access. The site's transformation began with a 1984 master plan by Arup Associates, led by architect Michael Lowe, in collaboration with landscape architects Ede Griffiths Partnership under Bernard Ede and horticulturist Charles Funke. Primarily developed between 1985 and 1993 by Stanhope Properties, the project reclaimed the land through extensive earthworks and was officially opened by the Prince of Wales in June 1986. The business park's Phase I (36 hectares) was completed by 1990, followed by Phase II (9.92 hectares) through 1998, creating a total developed area of about 56.85 hectares (140 acres) for offices and related facilities. The adjacent golf course and public parkland were established between 1984 and 1992, drawing on French classical landscape influences while incorporating sustainable design elements. Today, Stockley Park accommodates over 20 major companies, including Canon Europe, , , and , supporting thousands of employees across 25 buildings totaling more than 165,000 square meters of high-quality . The estate emphasizes sustainability and wellbeing, holding a Fitwel 2-star rating for health-focused design, and hosts around 100 annual events such as fun runs and boot camps amid its 88-acre core green spaces. In recognition of its innovative , the approximately 325-acre (131.5-hectare) registered site—including remnants of its 17th-century origins as Dawley Park—was designated a Grade II Registered Park and Garden by on August 18, 2020, marking the first such honor for a business park.

Location and Geography

Site Boundaries

Stockley Park is situated in the London Borough of Hillingdon, within , spanning the areas between the towns of Hayes, Yiewsley, and . This positioning places it approximately 6 km (3.5 miles) north of and within the London Green Belt, contributing to its role as a integrating business and recreational spaces. The site covers approximately 400 acres, encompassing the business estate, public parkland, and associated facilities such as a . This total area includes about 141 acres dedicated to the and the remainder to landscaped public areas, reflecting a balanced approach to urban regeneration on formerly derelict land. The boundaries of Stockley Park are primarily defined by key infrastructural and natural features: the site straddles Stockley Road (A408), which forms a central east-west axis providing direct access from the ; the Grand Union Canal delineates the southern boundary; the northern limit adjoins the Stockley Park and Horton Road, adjacent to further industrial areas; with additional screening provided by bands of trees throughout. These demarcations ensure clear separation from surrounding developments while facilitating connectivity via major roads like the nearby M4 junctions. Administratively, Stockley Park holds Grade II listed status as a historic park and garden, designated by on 18 August 2020, recognizing its significance in post-industrial and environmental restoration. This listing underscores the site's protected boundaries and their role in preserving a landmark example of sustainable in the region.

Environmental Features

Stockley Park underwent a significant transformation from former gravel pits and a site, operational from around 1912 until 1984, into a landscaped environment that includes a 275-acre country park featuring lakes, wetlands, and meadows. The remediation process in the mid-1980s involved relocating approximately five million tonnes of refuse and 1.5 million tonnes of clay and to reshape the unstable terrain, creating hills, swales, and stable ground for development while implementing venting systems and drainage to manage . Over four million cubic meters of material were moved to form these landforms, and the was capped with clay and enriched with cleaned to support , including the release of 1.5 million earthworms to enhance quality. Key environmental features encompass man-made lakes and ponds originating from gravel extraction, such as the string of settling lakes in the and additional ponds in the country park and areas, alongside wetlands that contribute to water management and creation. meadows and areas, planted with like alders, oaks, ashes, hornbeams, and limes, along with around 200,000 trees and shrubs, foster by providing habitats for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. Sustainability elements in the park's modern buildings include energy-efficient designs with high-performance glazing, improved insulation, and flexible layouts to minimize use, while green roofs on newer structures enhance insulation, management, and local .

History

Origins and Early Use

The land comprising modern Stockley Park formed part of the ancient parish of in , with archaeological evidence indicating human presence from the Palaeolithic era onward, including over 4,000 flint implements recovered from gravel and brickearth quarries in nearby Yiewsley and during 19th- and 20th-century extractions. Prehistoric activity in the immediate area included a pit, Bronze Age pits, and an Iron Age unenclosed settlement featuring roundhouses and granaries, uncovered within the boundaries of the present-day Stockley Park business park during development-related investigations. Roman occupation appears sparse, represented primarily by a single sherd of Samian ware and possible traces of a road to the north near Cowley, pointing to limited rather than intensive use of the landscape. Medieval settlement was similarly subdued, with low-density rural activity centered on nearby manors and mills rather than nucleated villages, though the broader parish supported agricultural communities from the Saxon period. By the , the site had been developed as Dawley Park, a landscaped estate and house established by Lord Ossulston, as illustrated in a 1707 by Jan Kip that captures its formal gardens and parkland features. Following the decline of this estate, the area transitioned to mixed rural uses, including farming on the fertile alluvial soils along the Colne Valley. In the , small-scale brick-making emerged as a key activity, exploiting abundant local clay deposits; brick pits proliferated along the newly opened (1794–1805), facilitating transport of bricks produced at sites such as those south of the canal, which later influenced the area's naming as Stockley. The locality was then known as the hamlet of Starveall (variously spelled Starvhall or Starvehall), a small rural community within parish south of the canal, attested by features like Starveall Bridge on the 1880 map and the establishment of Starveall Infants School by 1887. This name persisted into the early before the area was redesignated Stockley, reflecting shifts in local identity amid growing industrial influences.

20th Century Industrial Period

In the early 20th century, the Stockley Park area, part of the broader region, saw the expansion of brick-making operations fueled by the proximity of the Grand Union Canal, which facilitated transport of bricks to . These brickfields operated extensively until the 1930s, leveraging local clay deposits for production before resources began to deplete. Following the decline of brick-making, gravel extraction became the dominant industrial activity, commencing in the late 19th century but intensifying through much of the 20th century, particularly to the west of Stockley Road. Operations created extensive pits across the site, supplying aggregates for construction, and continued until the 1960s or later in some areas. Concurrently, from 1918, the site served as an RAF depot under RAF West Drayton, functioning as an ordnance aircraft stores facility that stored parts and equipment, including during World War II when it supported logistical needs for the war effort. Post-World War II, the exhausted gravel pits were converted into a major site, receiving municipal and from primarily from the through the . Tipping activities covered nearly the entire 350-acre area by the , with deposits averaging 10 meters thick and totaling millions of cubic meters. This period marked significant , as uncontrolled dumping led to widespread contamination, including polluted and gas emissions from decomposing waste. Site investigations in the early revealed these issues, highlighting the site's transformation into a degraded wasteland by the late .

Redevelopment in the 1980s

The site was initially acquired in 1981 by developer Peter Jones of Trust Securities Holdings PLC, financed by the USS pension fund. The redevelopment of Stockley Park began in 1984, when Stanhope Properties, led by Stuart Lipton, partnered with the , led by Michael Lowe, to transform the former industrial site into a modern . Construction commenced in 1985, with the project structured in phases and major elements, including initial buildings and landscaping, substantially completed by 1993. The park was officially opened by the in June 1986. This initiative marked a significant shift from the site's prior use as a 20th-century , which had left it contaminated with refuse and requiring extensive remediation. A key engineering achievement was the excavation and relocation of approximately 5 million tonnes of refuse, along with 1.5 million tonnes of clay and gravel, between 1985 and 1986—the largest single landfill transfer in at the time. This process involved shifting waste to create artificial hills, swales, and usable land, while incorporating complex drainage systems, clay buffers, and collection infrastructure to mitigate environmental hazards and enable development. These efforts not only reclaimed 36 hectares for Phase I but also established the foundation for sustainable site integration with surrounding green spaces. The project unfolded in phases, with Phase I (1985–1990) focusing on the construction of initial office buildings and foundational parkland across approximately 89 acres, achieving a site coverage of about 25% for structures, 50% for , and 25% for . Phase II (1990–1998) expanded the estate by adding further buildings and infrastructure on an additional approximately 25 acres, completing 452,000 square feet of space and enhancing connectivity. Early tenants, including , Fujitsu, Apple Computers, and Dow Chemicals, began occupying spaces from 1986 onward, signaling the 's transition into a vibrant business estate. By the early , a involving Stanhope, Corporation, Prudential Insurance, and Chelsfield had formed to support ongoing development.

Planning and Design

Master Plan Development

The master plan for Stockley Park was developed in 1984 by Arup Associates, led by Michael Lowe, as a pioneering response to the need for high-quality business space on a former industrial site in London's green belt. This plan envisioned a comprehensive redevelopment that integrated commercial, recreational, and natural elements, transforming approximately 350 acres of contaminated land through extensive earthworks—the largest such movement in Europe at the time, involving over 4 million cubic meters of material. In the 1980s, waste relocation and capping efforts were key to preparing the site for this ambitious project. Central to the master plan were principles of , allocating 141 acres for a with approximately 2 million square feet of while dedicating the remainder to public parkland, an 18-hole , and recreational facilities to foster a cohesive "" environment. This approach aimed to blend low-density office clusters with open green spaces, lakes, and waterways, promoting a that balanced productivity with well-being and environmental harmony. The design drew on European Romantic and British formal traditions to create visual and amenity value, ensuring the park served as both a functional business hub and a public asset. Collaboration with landscape architects from the Ede Griffiths Partnership, led by Bernard Ede, emphasized sustainable principles ahead of their time, including of tipped waste and the creation of naturalistic features to enhance . These efforts incorporated management systems, improved drainage, and planting schemes with mature trees and shrubs to support ecological restoration on the post-industrial site. The focus on integrating built and natural elements not only mitigated environmental challenges but also set a precedent for developments that prioritize habitat enhancement alongside economic use. Outline was granted in November 1984 by the London Borough of and the Department of the Environment, overcoming restrictions through the project's commitment to public recreation and land restoration. The development was spearheaded by Stanhope Properties in a with partners including Corporation, Prudential Assurance, and Chelsfield, providing the necessary funding and expertise for phased implementation starting in 1985.

Architectural and Landscape Elements

Stockley Park's architectural elements reflect a high-tech and modernist ethos, with buildings designed by prominent firms to integrate seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The master plan, developed in 1984 by Arup Associates under Michael Lowe, guided the construction of 13 Phase I buildings (1985-1993), including The Arena (1988-1989) and the golf clubhouse (1992), emphasizing open floor plates, central atriums, and two- to three-story structures for flexibility and natural light. Notable contributions include works by Arup Associates, Sir Norman Foster & Partners, Skidmore Owings & Merrill, Peter Foggo Associates, Troughton McAslan, Eric Parry Associates, Geoffrey Darke Associates, and Ian Ritchie Architects, such as Ian Ritchie's Building B8 (1988-1990), featuring a double-glazed planar skin, curved solar shades, and 91% space efficiency to optimize daylight and views. Other key structures employ simple shell-and-core designs that prioritize adaptability and environmental responsiveness. The landscape design, led by the Ede Griffiths Partnership under Bernard Ede with horticulturist Charles Funke, spans approximately 240 acres of public parkland, transforming a former contaminated into a cohesive green framework. This integration features two sinuous green valleys with lakes, ponds, and meandering watercourses that buffer office clusters and enhance . Walking paths and bridleways, along with sculpted bridges, connect the to the adjacent 18-hole (6,625 yards), designed by Senior through landscape architect Marshall Victor, fostering a sense of continuity between built and natural elements. The layout draws on European Romantic and British formal traditions, with tree-lined avenues, wildflower meadows, and mounded to screen parking and create visual corridors. Sustainability is embedded in the park's core design, achieved through innovative reclamation techniques and passive environmental strategies. The site underwent Europe's largest earth-moving operation, relocating 4 million cubic meters of material to cap contaminated soil with clay and sludge, aerated by 1.5 million earthworms to support vegetation without ongoing . from the former dump is captured and flared, while is diverted for treatment; buildings incorporate passive via oriented facades and glazing, alongside low-energy and improved daylighting to reduce operational demands. Green buffers around offices mitigate urban heat, and the golf course's swales and hills manage runoff, contributing to zero adverse environmental impacts post-development. Recent upgrades align with contemporary environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, exemplified by the 2024 refurbishment of 3 Roundwood Avenue. This project remodeled the ground floor with an enlarged reception, banquette seating zones, new business lounges, and event spaces to promote community interaction and . Enhanced common areas include touch-down workstations and improved WCs with showers, supporting flexible, inclusive workspaces while integrating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. These modifications elevate the building's Fitwel 2-star rating, emphasizing health-focused design amid broader park-wide ESG initiatives like waste recycling and green transport.

Business and Tenants

Major Corporate Occupiers

Stockley Park hosts a diverse of major corporate occupiers, primarily in high-quality office spaces, reflecting its status as a premier business destination near . Key current tenants include Canon Europe at 4 Roundwood Avenue, focusing on imaging and printing technologies; Europe at 2 Roundwood Avenue, a leader in pharmaceuticals; and at 4 Furzeground Way, specializing in electronics and office solutions. Other prominent firms are at 3 Longwalk Road, operating its headquarters for retail operations; IMG Studios at 4 & 5 Longwalk Road, serving as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) hub for English football since 2019; at 4 The Square, centered on toys and entertainment; at 5 The Square, in luggage and goods; at 4 The Square, providing video surveillance systems; Regus at 6-9 The Square, offering flexible workspaces; at 1 Furzeground Way, in industrial automation; and Coats at 4 Longwalk Road, in . Recent additions encompass Accord Healthcare at 7 Roundwood Avenue and at 5 Roundwood Avenue, enhancing the park's mix of pharmaceutical and sectors. The tenant profile showcases a blend of industries, including (Canon, Sharp), pharmaceuticals (), retail (), and media production (IMG Studios). Early development in the 1990s attracted pioneering occupiers such as , which leased significant space as a lead tenant and development partner, and GlaxoSmithKline (then Glaxo), occupying over 355,000 square feet since 1990 for research and operations. Occupancy remains strong, with high demand driving headline rents to £39.50 per square foot for new-build spaces in 2025, underscoring the park's appeal to global corporations.

Economic Role and Employment

Stockley Park plays a pivotal role in the economy of the London Borough of Hillingdon, functioning as a premier business park that attracts high-value corporate tenants and fosters employment in knowledge-intensive sectors. With approximately 1.7 million square feet of office space, the park supports thousands of jobs, primarily in technology, pharmaceuticals, and professional services, exemplified by occupiers such as Canon and Gilead. This concentration of high-skilled roles enhances the borough's economic profile, drawing international firms leveraging the site's proximity to Heathrow Airport, just 15 minutes away. The park generates substantial economic value through business rates and ongoing investments, with property transactions and developments underscoring its status as a benchmark for European business parks. Vacancy rates remain low, under 5% for Grade A space in 2025, reflecting strong demand amid a recovering office market. In the first quarter of 2025, leasing take-up across the and South East offices market, including Stockley Park, was 38% above the ten-year average, driven by larger corporate occupiers seeking premium facilities. Stockley Park's presence significantly boosts Hillingdon's local GDP by stimulating tenant spending on services, retail, and amenities within the borough, while supporting broader regional growth in aviation-adjacent industries. This economic multiplier effect arises from the park's role in retaining and attracting global headquarters, contributing to Hillingdon's diverse economy. Recent developments, such as the 2022 acquisition of The Bower building by Sidra Capital for £74 million, highlight continued investor confidence and potential for further job creation through refurbishments.

Facilities and Amenities

Country Park and Green Spaces

Stockley Country Park encompasses approximately 275 acres of restored parkland, featuring lakes, meadows, and woodlands, and has been open to the public since as an integral component of the broader Stockley Park redevelopment. The landscape includes 11 lakes stocked with various fish species and around 200,000 trees and shrubs, creating diverse habitats amid former industrial land. A comprehensive network of footpaths and bridleways winds through the area, facilitating public access for leisurely walks and exploration. Biodiversity within the park is actively supported through managed wetlands, including reedbeds that attract migrant birds, and conservation programs led by Stockley Park Estate Management Ltd in collaboration with the London Borough of Hillingdon. It serves as a for 23 breeding bird species, such as reed warblers and , along with five bat species, foxes, hedgehogs, and stag beetles. These initiatives earned the park ' Biodiversity Benchmark award in , recognizing its effective enhancement of local wildlife populations. Visitors enjoy a range of public amenities, including designated picnic areas with tables at locations like Turtle Mound Deck, fishing opportunities on the lakes stocked with koi carp, , and common species, and community events such as weekly food markets held at pavilion. The design emphasizes accessibility, with well-maintained paths accommodating pedestrians, cyclists, and those with mobility aids. Ongoing maintenance of the country park is funded through a between Stockley Park Estate Management Ltd and the London Borough of , including contributions from Section 106 planning agreements to support improvements in access and habitat enhancement. This collaborative approach has secured multiple Awards for the site's quality and sustainability, including the Green Flag Award for 2025/26. The green spaces blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape, providing essential recreational outlets for workers and residents alike.

Sports and Recreational Facilities

Stockley Park features an 18-hole championship course spanning 6,393 yards with a par of 72, originally designed by renowned Robert Trent Jones Sr. and opened in 1993. The course, set within 240 acres of rolling parkland, includes a clubhouse offering dining and event spaces, a pro shop for equipment and apparel, and a driving range for practice. It holds Grade II listing on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in , recognizing its integration into the park's . Memberships are available to the public and corporate tenants, with events like corporate golf days promoting networking and wellness among occupiers. Goulds Green Riding School, located adjacent to Stockley Country Park, provides equestrian facilities including riding lessons for beginners to advanced riders, from children aged four via lead-rein sessions to adult hacking and classes. Established as a family-run operation in 1959, it offers access to three miles of paths through the surrounding green spaces for . The stables maintain a fleet of and ponies, with facilities supporting private, semi-private, and group lessons to foster skills in balance, coordination, and care. These amenities serve both local residents and park tenants, emphasizing safe, progressive equestrian education in a natural setting. Beyond specialized venues, Stockley Park includes outdoor recreational areas designed for casual sports and fitness, accessible to tenants and visitors to support work-life balance. The Trim Trail along The Avenue features free-to-use equipment such as pull-up stations, balance beams, and tyre trails for full-body workouts, encouraging daily exercise without reservations. Science Corner and Boules Junction provide outdoor table tennis tables and seasonal chess sets, with the latter also hosting boules courts for informal games overlooking the lake. These multi-use areas, including cycle hire from The Management Centre, integrate with nearby country park paths for extended activities like jogging or cycling, hosting events such as Parkrun since 2023 to engage the community.

Retail and Support Services

Quayside Village serves as the primary retail hub within Stockley Park, offering a compact shopping centre with essential stores, cafes, and restaurants tailored to the needs of office workers and visitors. Developed in the early as part of the park's expansion to enhance on-site convenience, it features outlets such as Coffee Snobs, , and Subway. The centre operates extended hours from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily, with three hours of free parking to facilitate easy access. Support services in Stockley Park include wellness and childcare facilities integrated into the business environment to promote employee productivity. The Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, located adjacent to key office buildings, provides a 25-meter indoor , fitness classes, and a creche for supervised childcare, allowing parents to exercise while their children are supervised. facilities are available through dedicated meeting rooms equipped with interactive screens, high-speed , and video conferencing capabilities, supporting both internal team sessions and client presentations. Additionally, flexible workspaces operated by Orega and Regus offer serviced offices, co-working desks, and hot-desking options on short-term leases, catering to startups and hybrid teams with modern interiors and communal breakout areas. Recent enhancements to retail offerings include the expansion of food markets and pop-up vendors at , an outdoor relaxation area introduced to foster events. As of 2024, weekly markets feature rotating stalls, live music, and seasonal vendors, such as those offering international cuisine like Tripolie Express, providing diverse options under summer canopies. These retail and support services play a key role in tenant retention by supplying daily necessities and leisure amenities on-site, minimizing the need for employees to travel off-park and thereby enhancing overall satisfaction for the approximately 7,000 workers in the vicinity of major corporate tenants.

Transport and Accessibility

Stockley Park is primarily accessed via the Stockley Park Roundabout, connecting Bennetsfield Road to the east and Longwalk Road, providing vehicular entry into the business park. A secondary access point exists via the A437 Dawley Road through Bolingbroke Way, designated mainly for bus and pedestrian use. The park benefits from direct links to major motorways, including the M4 at Junction 4 (approximately 2.5 km south) and the M25, reachable in about 6 minutes by car. Public bus services are operated by , with three key routes serving the park: the A10 connecting to and , the 350 linking Hayes and , and the U5 to . These routes operate at frequencies of 4-6 buses per hour for the U5 and A10, and 3 per hour for the 350, with seven on-site stops including those at Furzeground Way and key park entrances for convenient access. Additionally, the easitSTOCKLEY PLUS+ shuttle service provides free transfers from nearby rail stations during peak hours (06:45-10:05 and 16:00-19:00, every 20 minutes as of 2024), enhancing multi-modal connectivity; the service was expanded in July 2024 with two new 69-passenger buses for increased capacity. The park offers extensive parking facilities, with over 6,500 spaces available for tenants and visitors, excluding additional capacity at the . charging points are provided, including installations at The Arena with four 7 kW outlets operated by Pod Point, supporting the growing number of electric and hybrid vehicles (approximately 9% of park traffic in 2022). In 2022, the Stockley Park Travel Plan was updated to promote sustainable , setting targets to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips by 5% by December 2027 through measures like expanded shuttle services (adding a second bus in July 2022) and enhanced incentives via the easitSTOCKLEY green travel network. This includes discounted rail tickets, cycle-to-work schemes, and a review of EV charging infrastructure to address tenant feedback for more points.

Rail Connections

The nearest railway stations to Stockley Park are , located approximately 1.1 miles (1.7 km) to the southwest, and Hayes & Harlington, situated about 1.2 miles (1.9 km) to the southeast. Both stations provide access to the , offering direct services to in around 30 minutes, with journeys to taking as little as 17 minutes from Hayes & Harlington. Hayes & Harlington also serves Great Western Railway (GWR) trains, including connections to Heathrow Terminal 4. Elizabeth line services operate from both stations with a frequency of every 5-10 minutes during peak hours, providing efficient links to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, Terminal 5, , and further east to destinations like Liverpool Street. GWR services complement this, with combined Elizabeth line and GWR services offering up to 15 trains per hour to from Hayes & Harlington and around 12 per hour from during peak hours. Pedestrian access to Stockley Park from the stations is supported by footpaths, including a 2.5 km route along the Grand Union Canal towpath from , taking about 30 minutes. Additionally, the estate provides shuttle buses via the easitSTOCKLEY PLUS+ service, operating every 20 minutes during peak times (06:45-10:05 and 16:00-19:00) from both stations directly to park entrances. Both stations underwent significant upgrades in preparation for integration as part of the project, with major works completed by 2021 including step-free access, new platforms, and modernized facilities; full end-to-end services commenced in May 2023.

Proximity to Airports

Stockley Park is located approximately 3.5 miles north of , one of the world's busiest international hubs, providing convenient access for business travelers and operations. Terminal 5, a primary gateway for long-haul flights, is reachable in about 10-15 minutes by car or 20-25 minutes by bus (via connecting services) from the park, facilitating efficient ground-to-air connectivity. Transport links to Heathrow are robust and integrated. A direct A10 bus service operates from stops within Stockley Park to , serving Terminals 2 and 3, with journeys taking around 14 minutes. Additionally, the offers frequent connections from nearby Hayes & Harlington station—accessible via a complimentary shuttle for park occupiers—to all Heathrow terminals (2, 3, 4, and 5), with travel times of 5 to 10 minutes to . These options support seamless multimodal travel without reliance on private vehicles. The park's proximity to Heathrow provides significant economic advantages, attracting multinational corporations and aviation-related tenants such as logistics providers and aviation technology firms like Teledyne Controls, which benefit from quick access to global supply chains and executive travel. This location supports 24/7 business operations for international firms, enhanced by the park's extensive landscaping—spanning approximately 350 acres of the site, including 88 acres of core green spaces, lakes, and tree belts—that serves as a natural buffer against aircraft noise, maintaining a serene work environment despite the adjacent activity. While Heathrow dominates due to its close proximity, other major airports are accessible but farther afield. lies about 25 miles east, suitable for short-haul European flights, and London Gatwick Airport is approximately 30 miles south, offering additional international options for southbound routes. These distances underscore Heathrow's primary role in the park's air connectivity ecosystem.

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