Bracknell, New town in Bracknell Forest, England
Bracknell is a town in Bracknell Forest, England, that developed from a postwar planning settlement. The center brings together shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities within a recently renewed urban area.
The settlement dates from Anglo-Saxon times and received new town status after 1945 to address housing shortages. The development shaped streets and green areas over the following decades.
The name comes from the Old English word Braccanheal, linking the area to its early settlers. Visitors notice the generous green spaces between residential districts, reflecting the character of postwar planning.
Several parks and tennis courts spread across the area and offer activity options for all ages. An annual tennis pass costs £48.75 and applies to all local facilities.
The area holds 265 protected buildings, including 254 Grade II structures, 10 Grade II* properties, and one Grade I monument. These houses and buildings spread across residential districts and outer areas.
Location: Bracknell Forest
Website: http://bracknelltowncouncil.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.41600,-0.74900
Latest update: December 13, 2025 00:16
Easthampstead Park
3.4 km
South Hill Park
2.5 km
St Michael and St Mary Magdalene's Church, Easthampstead
1.8 km
The Look Out Discovery Centre Play Area
3.3 kmColumbia Centre
274 m
Church of St Mark
2.7 km
Moor Close
2.6 km
The Red Lion Inn
230 m
Holy Trinity Church
153 m
Milestone Approx 150M E Of The Running Horse Ph (Running Horse Ph Not Included)
1.4 km
Milestone In Front Of The Red Lion Inn Near The Left Corner
251 m
Bull Inn
158 mBowl Barrow at Woodenhill, Bracknell
3.2 kmBowl barrow on Bill Hill
951 mUnderwood Cottage
2.9 kmPopescroft And Littlehurst
2.6 kmPopeswood Cottage
2.2 kmGates And Piers On North Of Churchyard To Church Of St Mark
2.7 kmWhitehouse Farm Cottage
3.1 kmGarden Wall Approx 45 Metres Long, Adjoining North-East Front Of Pope's Manor
2.8 kmForecourt Wall To North-West Of Popes Manor
2.9 kmForecourt And Garden Wall To South Of Popes Manor
2.8 kmPeacock Farmhouse
2.4 kmOutbuildings And Barn To East Of Peacock Farmhouse
2.4 kmReeds Hill Farmhouse
1.8 kmGarden Walls, Steps, Gate Piers And Gates Adjoining South Hill Park On The East
2.5 kmPopes Manor
2.8 kmManor Farmhouse
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