Addlestone: History, Cinema and BMX

If you are considering Addlestone as a destination for a hotel stay, you can base your choice on the interests you want to pursue during your trip. Topics range from industrial and church history to a historic tree, cinema and BMX. First, consider whether historic buildings, film or an active leisure activity should shape your stay.

Industrial history and historic milestones

The Western Block of Coxes Lock Mills is a five-storey brick building dating from the 19th century. It is associated with a millpond on the River Wey navigation and offers a tangible point of connection with Addlestone’s industrial history. This gives you a way to understand the town not only through its architecture, but also through the relationship between the mill, millpond and waterway.

The Crouch Oak in Addlestone is said to be over 1,000 years old. It offers a different connection with the past than the industrial buildings: here, a single tree takes centre stage. The first service in the rebuilt St Paul's Church was held in 2006.

Addlestone railway station was completed in 1848, when the L&SWR completed the Weybridge-Chertsey Railway. The history of the water route also goes back a long way: a section running through Addlestone was opened to traffic in 1653. Addlestone therefore brings together several historic milestones: the opening of the waterway, the completion of the railway and the first service in the rebuilt church. These dates offer different points of reference for distinguishing between transport and church history. The milestones span the 17th to the 21st century, covering several centuries of local transport and church history.

BMX at Brackendene Open Space

At Brackendene Open Space in Addlestone, the Runnymede Rockets BMX Club offers BMX riding for people of all ages and ability levels. The club’s coaching groups also meet every Saturday. The general BMX offering and the group format specifically described as coaching are two distinct aspects. As the coaching schedule may change, check the current timetable before making plans.

Cinema in Addlestone

The Light Cinema in Addlestone screens mainstream and independent films. The Light Addlestone also offers film screenings aimed at young children, where audience participation is encouraged. Alongside the broad film selection, there is therefore a special screening format for a younger audience. If you are planning to attend one of these screenings in particular, check the current programme, as formats may change.

Consider your interests when searching for a hotel

If any of these formats are important to your trip, check the latest information in advance.

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