In 1086, Cropthorne, with Netherton, was held by the church of Worcester; land at Charlton under Cropthorne was held by Robert le Despenser, brother of Urse the sheriff. In 1148, Bishop Simpon confirmed the manor to the prior and convent. There was a priest at Cropthorne in 1086. The prior and convent of Worcester were the patrons until the Dissolution.