Cramlington is a market town in Northumberland, known for its blend of medieval and modern history. The town’s origins trace back to the 12th century, with the Cramlington Castle and Priory playing key roles in its development. Over time, it transformed into an industrial and commercial centre, and today it is a bustling area with a strong economy and vibrant community.
The first record of the Manor of Cramlington is from a mention in 1135 when the land was granted to Nicholas de Grenville.
From the 12th century onwards, its history has been mostly rural, incorporating several farms and the parish church of St. Nicholas. During the early 19th century, coal mining with several mine shafts in the immediate vicinity began to change that. In 1813 Collingwood Main Colliery suffered an explosion of firedamp in which eight people were killed.
The town remained small, however, until 1964 when it was proclaimed a New Town and developers such as William Leech and J.T. Bell developed large housing estates. Those estates have since been named Beaconhill, Collingwood, Eastfield, Mayfield, Shankhouse, Southfield, and Whitelea and the town has effectively become a dormitory town of the much larger city to its south.
During World War I, the North East of England was protected by the No. 36 Home Defence Squadron. The squadron was formed at Cramlington on 1 February 1916 by Capt. R. O. Abercromby, with Cramlington subsequently becoming an important base for military planes and airships. The Airship Station was at Nelson Village.
In 2017, remnants of an Iron Age settlement were discovered on land destined for further housing development. Despite the interest of the town population and the potential to build upon the increasing town profile and interest created by Northumberlandia, Northumberland County Council decided to proceed with the housing development regardless
Appollo Gas Services has been a cornerstone of Cramlington’s heating services for over 40 years, catering to both residential and commercial needs. Their expertise in boiler installations and specialist engineering has helped modernize the town’s infrastructure while respecting its historical roots.
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We are an independent, Gas Safe registered company providing a full range of gas repair and installation services to customers throughout the North East. Appollo Gas Services Limited is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 06316919
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