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Observation Tower and Trails at Former TRL Site, Crowthorne

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Observation Tower and Trails at Former TRL Site, Crowthorne

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Observation Tower and Trails at Former TRL Site, Crowthorne

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    May 16, 2020

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    On a new system of paths around the old Transport Research Laboratory site near Crowthorne. Currently, about 2 miles of tracks but, unfortunately, neither access to Nine Mile Ride (and the Bracknell cycling network) nor to Swinley Forest, nor (most crucially) to the Golden Retriever pub. The developers are supposedly building a pub on the site.

    May 13, 2023

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    Former Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) in Crowthorne Berkshire is now huge open space with now defunct, massive high speed vehicle testing berms, gravelpads and hillclimbing tracks in what used to be the home of the crash test dummies. Wide woodlands littered with well surfaced tracks perfect for running, extending a gravel ride or walking. A huge skid pan and areas once used to test ‘innovative’ ideas such as mini-roundabouts and bike paths amongst a well landscaped forest.

    May 13, 2023

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    The Crowthorne location that formerly housed the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) has now been transformed into a vast expanse of open space. The area features a legendary and monumental high-speed …

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    Location: Crowthorne, Bracknell, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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