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William Henry Frost

William Henry Crossland was a prominent nineteenth-century English architect known for designing landmark Victorian structures, including the Royal Holloway College.

Lived
1863–1908
Nationality
English
Era
Victorian
Language
English
Notable works
Rochdale Town Hall · Holloway Sanatorium · Royal Holloway College

William Henry Crossland (1835–1908), who practiced professionally as W.H. Crossland, was a distinguished nineteenth-century English architect. Born in Yorkshire, he studied his craft as a pupil of the prominent architect George Gilbert Scott, developing a career that would leave a lasting mark on British architectural history.

Crossland is best remembered for designing three major Victorian structures that have since achieved Grade I listed status. His most celebrated architectural achievements include the Rochdale Town Hall, the Holloway Sanatorium, and the Royal Holloway College. He passed away in London in November 1908.