Crawley (pronunciation) is a town and borough in West Sussex, England. It is 28 miles (45km) south of Charing Cross (London), 18 miles (29km) north of Brighton and Hove, and 32 miles (51km) northeast of the county town of Chichester, covers an area of 17.36 square miles (44.96km2) and had a population of 106,597 at the time of the 2011 Census.
The area has been inhabited since the Stone Age, and was a centre of ironworking in Roman times. Crawley developed slowly as a market town from the 13th century, serving the surrounding villages in the Weald; its location on the main road from London to Brighton brought a passing trade, encouraging the development of coaching inns. It was connected to the railway network in the 1840s.
Gatwick Airport, now one of Britain's busiest international airports, opened on the edge of the town in the 1940s, encouraging commercial and industrial growth. After the Second World War, the British Government planned to move large numbers of people and jobs out of London and into new towns around South East England. The New Towns Act 1946 designated Crawley as the site of one of these. A master plan was developed for the establishment of new residential, commercial, industrial and civic areas, and rapid development greatly increased the size and population of the town in a few decades.
1983-1997: The Borough of Crawley, and the District of Mid Sussex wards of Balcombe, Copthorne and Worth, Crawley Down, Slaugham, and Turners Hill.
1997–present: The Borough of Crawley.
The constituency covers the whole of the town and borough of Crawley in West Sussex which includes London Gatwick Airport. Crawley borders Horsham in the same county on all sides other than the north, where it borders a part of East Surrey.
The Boundary Commission analysed population increase and recommended that no changes to the constituency were made for the 2010 general election so the seat remains coterminous with the borough.
History
Before the 1983 General Election, Crawley had been part of the Horsham & Crawley, Horsham, and Horsham & Worthing constituencies at times. Due to the growth of Crawley, which was a small town, into a substantial new town in the 1960s and 70s, the Boundary Commission took the decision to separate it from Horsham in 1983 and create a new seat. Labour majorities with comfortable victories in 1997 and 2001 suggested a safe seat, but the sometimes volatile nature of new town voters, especially in South-East England, made the seat highly marginal in 2005. Labour had a majority of 37 votes in the 2005 election, making this seat the most marginal in the UK. The 2010 election saw Henry Smith win the seat at the third attempt, beating Labour's Chris Oxlade by 5,928, on an (averaged two-party) swing of 6.3%.
Pre-season Highlights | Crawley Town 3-6 Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace and Crawley Town played out an entertaining pre-season friendly at Broadfield Stadium, on a sunny Saturday afternoon.
published: 27 Jul 2024
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Located around 30 miles/48km south of central London, in the county of West Sussex, is the town of Crawley.
The name Crawley is believed to be derived from an old Saxon name from the 5th century - 'Crow's Leah', meaning a crow-infested clearing. In 1202 King John granted Crawley a market charter.
For several centuries it remained a very small town, registering a population of just 210 on the first census in 1801. Prior to this, Crawley had served as a coaching stop between London and Brighton for horse-drawn carriages. One such example of the architecture of this era can be seen just after the 1-minute mark on Crawley High Street. The George Hotel (now the Ramada Crawley Gatwick), dating back to the 15th century, was one of the country's most famous coaching inns in its heyday. The beam...
published: 29 Apr 2021
From village to concrete Island 75 years #crawley New Town. A history of Crawley, the 2nd New town
Welcome to our video exploring the fascinating history of Crawley New Town. Established in the aftermath of World War II, Crawley was designated as a new town in 1947, with the aim of relieving overcrowding in London and providing affordable housing for people displaced by the war. Over the years, Crawley has grown from a small collection of villages to a bustling town with a diverse population and a vibrant local economy.
In this video, we'll take you on a journey through the history of Crawley, from its early days as a rural backwater to its emergence as a thriving new town. We'll explore the challenges and triumphs faced by the town's planners, architects, and residents as they worked to create a modern, sustainable community. Along the way, we'll meet some of the people who have helpe...
published: 05 Apr 2023
Places To Live In The UK - Crawley , West Sussex RH10 ENGLAND ( Close To Gatwick Airport )
A Very Quick Walk Around Crawley Town Centre First Thing In The Morning
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(c) 2018 Places To Live In The UK
published: 19 Jun 2018
CRAWLEY A PLACE TO GROW 1970
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published: 18 Apr 2013
Crawley 2014 Mockumentary
We were in the local newspaper for this!
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A satirical video over-exaggerating ill-informed opinions, preconceptions and stereotypes of our town.
Made by Will Bower with help from Chris Beese, filmed and edited by George Bower and voiced over by James Mason.
published: 19 Mar 2014
Tiny Mall Wizard Meme VS Duolingo Version
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Located around 30 miles/48km south of central London, in the county of West Sussex, is the town of Crawley.
The name Crawley is believed to be derived from an ...
Located around 30 miles/48km south of central London, in the county of West Sussex, is the town of Crawley.
The name Crawley is believed to be derived from an old Saxon name from the 5th century - 'Crow's Leah', meaning a crow-infested clearing. In 1202 King John granted Crawley a market charter.
For several centuries it remained a very small town, registering a population of just 210 on the first census in 1801. Prior to this, Crawley had served as a coaching stop between London and Brighton for horse-drawn carriages. One such example of the architecture of this era can be seen just after the 1-minute mark on Crawley High Street. The George Hotel (now the Ramada Crawley Gatwick), dating back to the 15th century, was one of the country's most famous coaching inns in its heyday. The beam structure outside is a replica gallows.
The construction of a turnpike road between London and Brighton in 1770 allowed Crawley to prosper. The arrival of the railway would follow in 1841 in the form of the Brighton Main Line.
After the Second World War, Crawley was identified as a suitable location for a New Town, which was a programme to relocate those whose houses had been bombed during the Blitz. Hence as we see in the video, virtually everything outside of the High Street takes on a 20th century grid-like design. Queen's Square was opened in 1958 by The Queen herself. Crawley's population went from below 10,000 just after the war to over 100,000 today.
Legendary rock band The Cure formed in Crawley in 1978.
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Filmed: 6th March 2021
Link to the walk on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/bNtz5VLhAKZa9Jfj8
Filmed on a Sony FDR-AX700 with a Zhiyun Crane 2 and a Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 High Street
1:06 The George Hotel (famous coaching inn between London and Brighton)
1:20 High Street
3:36 The Boulevard
6:48 The Pavement
7:32 Queensway
8:16 Queens Square
9:37 The Broadway
10:20 Queens Square
11:31 The Martletts
12:58 Haslett Avenue West
13:59 The Broadway
Located around 30 miles/48km south of central London, in the county of West Sussex, is the town of Crawley.
The name Crawley is believed to be derived from an old Saxon name from the 5th century - 'Crow's Leah', meaning a crow-infested clearing. In 1202 King John granted Crawley a market charter.
For several centuries it remained a very small town, registering a population of just 210 on the first census in 1801. Prior to this, Crawley had served as a coaching stop between London and Brighton for horse-drawn carriages. One such example of the architecture of this era can be seen just after the 1-minute mark on Crawley High Street. The George Hotel (now the Ramada Crawley Gatwick), dating back to the 15th century, was one of the country's most famous coaching inns in its heyday. The beam structure outside is a replica gallows.
The construction of a turnpike road between London and Brighton in 1770 allowed Crawley to prosper. The arrival of the railway would follow in 1841 in the form of the Brighton Main Line.
After the Second World War, Crawley was identified as a suitable location for a New Town, which was a programme to relocate those whose houses had been bombed during the Blitz. Hence as we see in the video, virtually everything outside of the High Street takes on a 20th century grid-like design. Queen's Square was opened in 1958 by The Queen herself. Crawley's population went from below 10,000 just after the war to over 100,000 today.
Legendary rock band The Cure formed in Crawley in 1978.
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Filmed: 6th March 2021
Link to the walk on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/bNtz5VLhAKZa9Jfj8
Filmed on a Sony FDR-AX700 with a Zhiyun Crane 2 and a Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 High Street
1:06 The George Hotel (famous coaching inn between London and Brighton)
1:20 High Street
3:36 The Boulevard
6:48 The Pavement
7:32 Queensway
8:16 Queens Square
9:37 The Broadway
10:20 Queens Square
11:31 The Martletts
12:58 Haslett Avenue West
13:59 The Broadway
Welcome to our video exploring the fascinating history of Crawley New Town. Established in the aftermath of World War II, Crawley was designated as a new town i...
Welcome to our video exploring the fascinating history of Crawley New Town. Established in the aftermath of World War II, Crawley was designated as a new town in 1947, with the aim of relieving overcrowding in London and providing affordable housing for people displaced by the war. Over the years, Crawley has grown from a small collection of villages to a bustling town with a diverse population and a vibrant local economy.
In this video, we'll take you on a journey through the history of Crawley, from its early days as a rural backwater to its emergence as a thriving new town. We'll explore the challenges and triumphs faced by the town's planners, architects, and residents as they worked to create a modern, sustainable community. Along the way, we'll meet some of the people who have helped to shape Crawley's identity, from its pioneering residents to its innovative businesses.
Whether you're a history buff, a local resident, or simply curious about the story of one of England's most fascinating towns, this video is sure to inform and inspire. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the evolution of Crawley New Town.
00:00 Introduction
00:15 birth of Crawley
00:37 Then and now
Welcome to our video exploring the fascinating history of Crawley New Town. Established in the aftermath of World War II, Crawley was designated as a new town in 1947, with the aim of relieving overcrowding in London and providing affordable housing for people displaced by the war. Over the years, Crawley has grown from a small collection of villages to a bustling town with a diverse population and a vibrant local economy.
In this video, we'll take you on a journey through the history of Crawley, from its early days as a rural backwater to its emergence as a thriving new town. We'll explore the challenges and triumphs faced by the town's planners, architects, and residents as they worked to create a modern, sustainable community. Along the way, we'll meet some of the people who have helped to shape Crawley's identity, from its pioneering residents to its innovative businesses.
Whether you're a history buff, a local resident, or simply curious about the story of one of England's most fascinating towns, this video is sure to inform and inspire. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the evolution of Crawley New Town.
00:00 Introduction
00:15 birth of Crawley
00:37 Then and now
We were in the local newspaper for this!
http://www.crawleyobserver.co.uk/news/local/thousands-log-on-to-mock-documentary-1-5961305
Twitter: @RoyaltyThree
Fac...
We were in the local newspaper for this!
http://www.crawleyobserver.co.uk/news/local/thousands-log-on-to-mock-documentary-1-5961305
Twitter: @RoyaltyThree
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoyaltyThree
A satirical video over-exaggerating ill-informed opinions, preconceptions and stereotypes of our town.
Made by Will Bower with help from Chris Beese, filmed and edited by George Bower and voiced over by James Mason.
We were in the local newspaper for this!
http://www.crawleyobserver.co.uk/news/local/thousands-log-on-to-mock-documentary-1-5961305
Twitter: @RoyaltyThree
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoyaltyThree
A satirical video over-exaggerating ill-informed opinions, preconceptions and stereotypes of our town.
Made by Will Bower with help from Chris Beese, filmed and edited by George Bower and voiced over by James Mason.
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Located around 30 miles/48km south of central London, in the county of West Sussex, is the town of Crawley.
The name Crawley is believed to be derived from an old Saxon name from the 5th century - 'Crow's Leah', meaning a crow-infested clearing. In 1202 King John granted Crawley a market charter.
For several centuries it remained a very small town, registering a population of just 210 on the first census in 1801. Prior to this, Crawley had served as a coaching stop between London and Brighton for horse-drawn carriages. One such example of the architecture of this era can be seen just after the 1-minute mark on Crawley High Street. The George Hotel (now the Ramada Crawley Gatwick), dating back to the 15th century, was one of the country's most famous coaching inns in its heyday. The beam structure outside is a replica gallows.
The construction of a turnpike road between London and Brighton in 1770 allowed Crawley to prosper. The arrival of the railway would follow in 1841 in the form of the Brighton Main Line.
After the Second World War, Crawley was identified as a suitable location for a New Town, which was a programme to relocate those whose houses had been bombed during the Blitz. Hence as we see in the video, virtually everything outside of the High Street takes on a 20th century grid-like design. Queen's Square was opened in 1958 by The Queen herself. Crawley's population went from below 10,000 just after the war to over 100,000 today.
Legendary rock band The Cure formed in Crawley in 1978.
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Filmed: 6th March 2021
Link to the walk on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/bNtz5VLhAKZa9Jfj8
Filmed on a Sony FDR-AX700 with a Zhiyun Crane 2 and a Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 High Street
1:06 The George Hotel (famous coaching inn between London and Brighton)
1:20 High Street
3:36 The Boulevard
6:48 The Pavement
7:32 Queensway
8:16 Queens Square
9:37 The Broadway
10:20 Queens Square
11:31 The Martletts
12:58 Haslett Avenue West
13:59 The Broadway
Welcome to our video exploring the fascinating history of Crawley New Town. Established in the aftermath of World War II, Crawley was designated as a new town in 1947, with the aim of relieving overcrowding in London and providing affordable housing for people displaced by the war. Over the years, Crawley has grown from a small collection of villages to a bustling town with a diverse population and a vibrant local economy.
In this video, we'll take you on a journey through the history of Crawley, from its early days as a rural backwater to its emergence as a thriving new town. We'll explore the challenges and triumphs faced by the town's planners, architects, and residents as they worked to create a modern, sustainable community. Along the way, we'll meet some of the people who have helped to shape Crawley's identity, from its pioneering residents to its innovative businesses.
Whether you're a history buff, a local resident, or simply curious about the story of one of England's most fascinating towns, this video is sure to inform and inspire. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the evolution of Crawley New Town.
00:00 Introduction
00:15 birth of Crawley
00:37 Then and now
We were in the local newspaper for this!
http://www.crawleyobserver.co.uk/news/local/thousands-log-on-to-mock-documentary-1-5961305
Twitter: @RoyaltyThree
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoyaltyThree
A satirical video over-exaggerating ill-informed opinions, preconceptions and stereotypes of our town.
Made by Will Bower with help from Chris Beese, filmed and edited by George Bower and voiced over by James Mason.
that's me as a baby
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Crawley (pronunciation) is a town and borough in West Sussex, England. It is 28 miles (45km) south of Charing Cross (London), 18 miles (29km) north of Brighton and Hove, and 32 miles (51km) northeast of the county town of Chichester, covers an area of 17.36 square miles (44.96km2) and had a population of 106,597 at the time of the 2011 Census.
The area has been inhabited since the Stone Age, and was a centre of ironworking in Roman times. Crawley developed slowly as a market town from the 13th century, serving the surrounding villages in the Weald; its location on the main road from London to Brighton brought a passing trade, encouraging the development of coaching inns. It was connected to the railway network in the 1840s.
Gatwick Airport, now one of Britain's busiest international airports, opened on the edge of the town in the 1940s, encouraging commercial and industrial growth. After the Second World War, the British Government planned to move large numbers of people and jobs out of London and into new towns around South East England. The New Towns Act 1946 designated Crawley as the site of one of these. A master plan was developed for the establishment of new residential, commercial, industrial and civic areas, and rapid development greatly increased the size and population of the town in a few decades.