Conservative-Led Campaign Secures £500,000 for Crowthorne Station Restoration
One of Crowthorne's most recognisable landmarks has been given a new lease of life, with £500,000 secured for the restoration of the historic Crowthorne Station building following years of determined campaigning.
The investment follows a sustained campaign led by Conservative Cllr Peter Wood, Chairman of Crowthorne Parish Council, supported by Conservative Cllr Tina McKenzie-Boyle, who serves on both Crowthorne Parish Council and Bracknell Forest Council, together with the Crowthorne Village Action Group.
For years, residents have watched the beautiful Victorian station building fall into disrepair. Empty since 2018, the building has become a symbol of neglected heritage despite thousands of passengers using the station every week.
Delivering for Crowthorne
Protecting Crowthorne's heritage has never been about making headlines. It has been about patient, determined work.
Peter Wood has consistently championed the restoration of the station, recognising that it is far more than an old railway building. It is part of Crowthorne's identity and an important gateway to the village.
Working alongside Tina McKenzie-Boyle and local campaigners, the case for investment was kept alive until the funding was finally secured.
This is exactly what good local representation looks like: identifying a problem, building support, working with partners and delivering results for residents.
A Building That Shaped the Village
Originally opened in 1859 before the current building was completed in 1861, the station was first known as "Wellington College for Crowthorne". It played a significant role in the growth of the village, connecting what was then a small settlement to the wider railway network and helping Crowthorne develop into the community it is today.
For over 160 years it has welcomed commuters, students and visitors, making it one of the village's most recognisable landmarks.
Looking Ahead
Although detailed plans for the restoration are still to be announced, the £500,000 investment is expected to preserve the historic building before returning it to commercial use, creating new opportunities while protecting an important part of Crowthorne's heritage.
Bracknell Conservatives congratulate everyone involved, particularly Conservative Cllr Peter Wood and Conservative Cllr Tina McKenzie-Boyle, whose persistence and commitment have helped secure this significant investment.
Too often, local government only makes the news when something goes wrong. This is a reminder that dedicated Conservative councillors quietly deliver for their communities every single day.
Protecting our heritage. Strengthening our communities. Delivering for local residents.
