Crowthorne facts for kids
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 The shops in Duke's Ride near Crowthorne Station |
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 Crowthorne
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| Population | 7,806 (2021 census) |
| OS grid reference | SU841641 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CROWTHORNE |
| Postcode district | RG45 |
| Dialling code | 01344 |
| Police | Thames Valley |
| Fire | Royal Berkshire |
| Ambulance | South Central |
| EU Parliament | South East England |
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Crowthorne is a village and civil parish located in Berkshire, England. It's part of the Bracknell Forest area. In 2021, about 7,800 people lived there.
Crowthorne is known for two important places. One is Wellington College, a large private school that opened in 1859. The other is Broadmoor Hospital, a special hospital for people needing high-security care. It's on the edge of the village.
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History of Crowthorne
Crowthorne was a very small settlement, called a hamlet, for a long time. It only started to grow when Wellington College opened in 1859. Soon after, Broadmoor Hospital was built in 1863.
The village got its name because the postal service needed a clear name for deliveries. They chose "Crowthorne" after some thorn trees at a place called Brookers Corner. There was also an old Crowthorne Farm mentioned in the Domesday Book, which is a very old record of England.
The Crowthorne railway station opened in 1860. It was first called "Wellington College for Crowthorne Station." In the 1960s, a big research center called the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) opened here. It studies roads and transport.
Where is Crowthorne?
Crowthorne is part of a larger urban area that includes Reading and Wokingham. It's about 6.5 kilometers (4 miles) northeast of Camberley. It's also about 8 kilometers (5 miles) southwest of Bracknell.
Some of Crowthorne's houses are actually in the next area, Wokingham Without. But most of the village is in Crowthorne parish, which is part of Bracknell Forest. North of Crowthorne, you'll find Pinewood. This area has a leisure center, a cafe, and even a miniature railway!
Nature and Green Spaces
Crowthorne is lucky to be next to several special natural areas. These are called Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) or local nature reserves. They protect important wildlife and habitats.
- Heath Lake is a beautiful lake on the northern edge of the village.
- The Sandhurst to Owlsmoor Bogs and Heaths is another SSSI. It's a large area of bogs and heathland to the southeast, mostly in Sandhurst.
Schools in Crowthorne
Crowthorne has several schools for different ages.
Wellington College is a well-known private school. It opened in 1859 to honor the Duke of Wellington. It became a school for both boys and girls in 2005.
Edgbarrow School is a local secondary school. There are also five primary schools:
- Hatch Ride Primary
- New Scotland Hill
- Crowthorne Church of England School
- Wildmoor Heath (which used to be Broadmoor Primary)
- Oaklands Junior
For younger children, there are also nurseries and childcare centers.
Aviation History
A company called C. F. Taylor started in Crowthorne after World War II. It began in a small shed and grew into a big international business. They made parts for airplanes and later became part of British Aerospace. The founder, C. F. Taylor, was a skilled metal worker. He made aluminum parts for motorcycles and early cars.
Community Groups and Fun Events
Crowthorne has many groups and events that bring people together.
The village holds a carnival every two years, usually in early July. Local schools, groups, and businesses help organize it.
The Crowthorne Amateur Theatrical Society started in 1978. They put on plays and shows.
The Crowthorne Symphony Orchestra performs three concerts a year, often at Wellington College. The orchestra celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2011.
Sports in Crowthorne
Crowthorne has several sports clubs for people who love to play.
Crowthorne & Crown Wood Cricket Club was formed in 2014 when two clubs joined together. They play their home games at Wellington College and at Crown Wood's ground. They have teams that play in the Saturday League and Sunday friendly matches.
AFC Crowthorne is one of the local football teams. They play their home games at Morgan Recreation ground.
Crowthorne RFC is the local rugby union club. They have played at their new ground, New Nest, since 2019.
Famous People from Crowthorne
Many interesting people have connections to Crowthorne:
- A. C. Benson (1862–1925) was a writer and scholar. He was born at Wellington College. His father was the school's first headmaster.
- A. Duncan Carse (1875 or 1876–1938) was an Artist.
- Frank Sherwood Taylor (1897–1956) was a museum curator who passed away here.
- Freeman Dyson (1923–2020) was a famous theoretical physicist and mathematician. He was born in the village.
- Sir Anthony Seldon (born 1953) was the headmaster of Wellington College and is a political author.
See also
In Spanish: Crowthorne para niños
