Calling WPC Crockford

Set in the early 1950s, this engaging and honest account follows WPC Crockford, one of the pioneering women in the Berkshire Constabulary, as she navigates her police career amidst a changing post-war British society. Through a variety of adventures—from investigating thefts to uncovering dark secrets—her story reveals the challenges and triumphs of a woman serving in a predominantly male world. Written by her daughter Ruth, the narrative offers a nostalgic glimpse into a remarkable woman’s life on the edge of history.