Wrottesley Park, Wolverhampton, WV8 2JN

Wrottesley Park, situated in Wolverhampton, carries a distinct historical narrative linked to the Second World War. The Crown Jewels of the Netherlands title references the vaults of Wolverhampton Town Hall, where elements of the Dutch military were stationed. During the war, the Royal Netherlands Motorised Infantry Brigade, later known as the Princess Irene Brigade, formed from approximately 1,500 troops, including a small group guarding German prisoners-of-war, arrived in the United Kingdom in May 1940 after the collapse of the Netherlands. These forces became the nucleus of what was originally called the Dutch Legion. The presence of this brigade at Wrottesley Park highlights the area’s role in the broader wartime defence network and contributes to its historical character within the WV 8 postal district.