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Beesands, Devon

Here in Beesands narrow lanes rise swiftly up steep cliffs from a small beach-side fishing village showing a delightful mix match of old cottages fronted by a strip of softly shelving sand and shingle.

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Beeston, Nottinghamshire

Beeston is mostly remarkable for being the place where the Ist Lord Trent started work in his mother's herbal shop at the age of 14.

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Beetham, Cumbria

This is a village that at one time almost feared for its very existence as modern transport thundered through its ancient cobbled streets.

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Bellingham, Northumberland

The market town of Bellingham sits on one of Northumberland's prettiest stretches of water, the north bank of the River North Tyne.

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Belmont, Lancashire

Being set amongst the high hills and moorland of the Western Pennines, visitors to Belmont can look forward to lovely moorland walks with extensive views of the surrounding countryside.

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Belton, Lincolnshire

The popular village of Belton lying north of Grantham is home to magnificent Belton House. It is also a typical "Estate" village which perfectly epitomises all the values of English country life.

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Bembridge, Isle of Wight

The vast inviting sandy beaches of Bembridge are crammed with summer visitors, many of whom flock here annually to part-take of the delights of this enjoyable resort.

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Bempton, East Riding of Yorkshire

From early spring to summer the dramatic cliffs of Bempton pulsate with the sounds of the vast number of seabirds, which nest in the chalky crevices and cliff shelving.

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Benington, Hertfordshire

This classic Hertfordshire village has long enjoyed the reputation of being one of the prettiest, a reputation that is fully justified.

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Berkeley, Gloucestershire

The town is mostly Georgian, with the most dominant feature being its centuries old castle, surrounded by buttressed walls which are 14 ft-thick in parts.

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Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire

With so much to see and experience this fascinating little town makes the perfect destination for a relaxing weekend away from it all.

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Berkswell, West Midlands

This must be one of England's loveliest villages, it is evocative of a life before urbanisation and modernity, it is that perfect idyll of much loved English country life where you can re-discover the peaceful tranquillity of yester-year.

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Berrow, Somerset

This is a small seaside holiday resort which merges with Burnham-on-Sea, it has a vast expanse of beach fronted by Berrow Flats.

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Berrynarbor, Devon

A picturesque village situated in the scenic Sterridge Valley in North Devon, with a 12th century church, and 15th century manor hall. It lies within the North Devon Area of...

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Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland

Standing on an entirely Scottish river, it is no wonder that the most frequently asked question concerning Berwick-upon-Tweed remains, is it Scottish or is it English?

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Bethersden, Kent

This is a picturesque village set amidst the glory of the Kentish countryside, a region of tile hung cottages, spectacular old mills and pretty oasthouses. It is a peaceful place...

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Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire

This is a town best known for its impressive Minster church which is without doubt one of the most splendid in Europe. It is mostly Early English in style and was begun in 1220....

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Bewdley, Worcestershire

The graceful arches of the bridge designed by Thomas Telford (1757-1854) are a dominant feature of this lovely old town which nestles on the banks of the River Severn.

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Bexhill, East Sussex

The old town of Bexhill-on-Sea is of immense charm, it has wide streets, gracious building including black and white timber frame properties, but its real "star" is the fabled De...

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Bibury, Gloucestershire

William Morris, the 19th-century artist and poet thought Bibury to be the most beautiful village in England.

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