Rachel Clare Hurd-Wood (born 17 August 1990) is a British actress.

Rachel Hurd-Wood was born (Rachel Clare Hurd-Wood) in London, England, to Philip and Sarah Hurd-Wood. She has a younger brother, Patrick. Hurd-Wood, who is 5'7" currently resides in a Victorian cottage in Godalming, Surrey. She has had thoughts of becoming a marine biologist, until recently, when she became interested in working with children who have special needs or disabilities. She currently attends Godalming College where she is in her first year.