Cowlersley is a district of Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, situated roughly two miles west of the town centre. It lies between Milnsbridge and Linthwaite, south of the A62 and the River Colne, giving it a quiet, semi‑rural feel while remaining close to urban amenities.
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Cowlersley is a district of Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately two miles (3.2 km) west of Huddersfield, between Milnsbridge and Linthwaite and south of the A62 and the River Colne. The name Cowlersley means ‘a charcoal burner's wood’ and was first recorded in 1226. The area lies within the postal district HD 4, placing it within the broader Huddersfield region. As a district, Cowlersley offers a setting that balances proximity to the town centre with a more rural, wooded environment, reflected in its etymology and historical roots. Residents and visitors can expect a community that is historically linked to charcoal production, yet today it forms part of the wider Huddersfield urban landscape while retaining its distinct local character.