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Middlezoy, Somerset

Middlezoy, like neighbouring Westonzoyland is widely known for its associations with the Battle of Sedgemoor which took place in 1685.

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Midhurst, West Sussex

Popular small market resort town whose beautiful 19th-century church stands close to the banks of the River Rother, on which the town stands.

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Milford, Derbyshire

This was once a quiet hamlet in the beautiful Valley of the Derwent. It is the place where Jedediah Strutt set up a cotton mill in the 1790's and surrounded it with new homes for his ever increasing workforce.

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Milford on Sea, Hampshire

The advent of the railways brought the Victorians flocking the enjoy the delights of Milford beach, which is mostly sand and shingle and from which, safe bathing can be enjoyed.

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Milldale, Derbyshire

Milldale is a glorious stone village lying in scenic countryside towards the southern fringes of the Peak District National Park.

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Miller's Dale Village, Derbyshire

A picturesque village amongst the Peak District Dales

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Millom, Cumbria

The town of Millom developed close to the banks of the estuary of the River Duddon. It nestles in the shadow of the Black Combe, beyond which lies the majestic scenery of the...

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Milton Abbas, Dorset

Milton Abbas is a superb thatched village which has the distinction of being the first planned village of its kind in England.

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Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Of interest to visitors to the town is Milton Keynes Museum, this preserves the history of the town and its area from the early 19th century through to the present day.

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Minchinhampton, Gloucestershire

Uniquely, Minchinhampton is reached only by a narrow winding road that climbs upwards and travels across remote and windswept common land

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Minehead, Somerset

Minehead is a quintessential English seaside resort on the beautiful Somerset coast whose mild climate has been a magnet for visitors since Victorian times. At the end of Quay...

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Minstead, Hampshire

This is a delightful New Forest village which was once described as "the place where Mint grew" it is a beautiful unspoilt place with a church which looks as though it is shaped from a collection of cottages.

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Minster Lovell, Oxfordshire

Minster Lovell, in its beautiful dream-like setting against the gently rising Cotswold landscape, has a history stretching back to Saxon times.

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Mirfield, West Yorkshire

Mirfield is a residential town situated between Huddersfield and Dewsbury. It has a long history, and associations with Robin Hood, the Luddites, and the Bronte sisters. More...

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Mistley, Essex

Mistley lies on the south bank of the River Stour not far from Manningtree, to which it is joined via a tree-lined walk along the river which is oddly called The Walls.

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Mordiford, Herefordshire

The village of Mordiford is home to the oldest bridge in Herefordshire, which in parts dates to c. 1352 and tales of a Dragon that would come down from its lair, to drink at the confluence of the rivers near the village.

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Morecambe, Lancashire

Morecambe has always been one of the most popular and successful seaside resorts in England. It has one of the most spectacular views in England. Looking from the promenade the...

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