The apartments and amenities at Greenford Quay are a world away from your standard London flat. With access to an on-site gym, a home in Tillermans, Lyons Dock or The Glassworks will elevate your lifestyle and help you slip seamlessly from work to relaxation at the end of a long day.
Tips to Relax and Unwind in Your New West London Apartment
Turn Your Home into a Haven
When it comes to creating ambience, the key is balancing the sounds, scents and visuals that put your mind and body at ease. Here’s how to imbue your home with a spa-like touch.
Calming Aromas
Placing some scented candles, tealights or diffusers around your apartment is a great place to start. Why not head to Rituals on Ealing Broadway to curate your combination of smells?
Mellow Lighting
Fairy lights, mood lamps or dimmable plug-in lights are an easy way to create softer lighting and introduce peaceful hues to a living space. Pick some up online, or at an interior shop like the Dunelm on Western Avenue in Greenford.
Relaxing Music
Anything with a good speaker will do, whether that’s your laptop, TV or a portable device. Music streaming platforms like Apple and Spotify have their own relaxation and chill playlists you can try or put on your favourite album to help you unwind.
Blankets, Snacks and a Film
Collect your snood, weighted blanket or the fluffiest throw you can find and get cosy on the sofa with snacks close by. If you need to stock up, there’s a Waitrose on Alexandria Road, just a 20-minute drive from Greenford Quay Apartments. Alternatively, stretch your legs and head to the M&S Simply Food in Westway Cross Shopping Park, which is a 15-minute walk.
With a cosy set up and snacks in order, turn on the TV and choose a film to enjoy. Subscribe to a streaming service like Sky Movies for as little as £10/month and browse the seasonal classics or new cinema releases.
Make the Most of Greenford Quay Amenities
Relax in Nature
Take a coffee up to Greenford Quay’s rooftop terrace and enjoy picturesque views of the Grand Union Canal and rolling hills. Alternatively, head to the podium garden and enjoy the tranquil green space on site.
Prioritise Health and Fitness
Take time out of your schedule to get your body and mind aligned with access to a 24-hour, ultramodern gym and yoga studio. If you’d like to find out more about the wellness benefits of regular exercise in your schedule, visit our Mental Health Awareness Week blog.
Family-friendly fun
The family-friendly games room and in-house cinema are an exciting way to spend quality time with your little ones.
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Venture Out into Nature
Go On a Canal Stroll
Greenford Quay looks out onto the Grand Union Canal, so the development benefits from stunning views and easy-to-access walking routes. The Grand Union is the UK’s longest canal, weaving through breathtaking countryside and historic industrial towns, eventually connecting London with Birmingham.
Popular walks include the Greenford to Hanwell route via Bulls Bridge and the Paradise Fields Walk from Horsenden Farm which runs along the canal towpath.
Visit Greenford’s Parks and Green Spaces
Horsenden Hill Open Space
Horsenden Hill Park is the largest nature conservation area in the West London Borough of Ealing. Make time for a weekend trip and explore the meadows, ponds and woodlands that make up the 100 hectares of parkland.
Grove Farm
Grove Farm is a smaller 8-hectare nature reserve in Greenford, with a winding woodland path, open meadows and a meandering stream that runs through the land.
Order a Takeaway
While you can’t beat a good homemade dinner, a takeaway from your local restaurant is a well-earned treat after the busy work week. We’ve listed some popular venues below:
Greenford Tandoori
Greenford Tandoori is an Indian Curry House which is a 13-minute drive from Greenford Quay. The restaurant has received various accolades for its cuisine and Head Chef Shamim Syed was awarded the title of International Indian Chef of the Year in 2003. You can dine in or order food for delivery or pick up.
Lock and Quay
Famous for its Sunday roasts, Lock and Quay is a cosy bar and grill in Ealing by the canal. Eat in and enjoy the waterside view, or you can order from its takeaway and delivery menu.
Forno 22 Italian Bistro
Everyone needs a go-to for pizza night, and Forno 22 is a popular pizzeria close to Ealing Broadway. The venue offers pasta and classic starters like olives and calamari too, so you can have the complete Italian dining experience from home.
Socialising
Attend Greenford Quay Events
At Greenford Quay, we have a thriving community from a variety of cultures, professions and backgrounds. Our community events play a big part in this across our developments and are ideal for spending downtime with family and friends.
Our summer events have included Street Food Saturdays, outdoor cinema screenings and the Canal Festival.
Use the Communal Spaces
You can also host gatherings in one of our private dining rooms, use the reception areas, or head down to one of the comfortable shared spaces to spend time with friends or meet new people.
Luxury Greenford Quay Apartments in West London
Whether you’re swayed towards the light, airy rooms of The Glassworks, the stylishly modern Tillermans or the Art Deco-inspired interiors of Lyons Dock, Greenford Quay offers a home where you can kick back and relax. Explore our available properties today.
