Cookham Berkshire Map

About Cookham

Cookham, a Berkshire settlement south-west of Bourne End, traces its origins to ancient times, its name echoing through the centuries. It lies 3.9 km north of Maidenhead (from Maidenhead: bearing 356°T, OS grid SU 885 851), and is situated south-south-west of Bourne End village. The River Thames, a liquid ribbon of light, defines much of Cookham's charm, its gentle flow a constant companion to the village's quiet existence. The spire of Holy Trinity Church, a sentinel against the sky, anchors the village centre, while the ancient pathways winding through the surrounding countryside invite contemplation. Here, the very air seems to hold a certain clarity, as if the light filtering through the leaves of the ancient trees has been specially filtered for the discerning eye. The enduring presence of the river has shaped Cookham's character, offering both a means of passage and a source of enduring beauty, a quiet testament to the enduring power of water.

About This Cookham Map Page

Explore Cookham, Berkshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.557883, -0.724476. 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.