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Beer, Devon

Beer in the county of Devon
Interestingly, lace making was once an industry of this picturesque little fishing village.
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Turville

Turville in the county of Buckinghamshire
This village is noted for its numerous appearances in memorable televisions shows such as The Vicar of Dibley and Midsomer Murders. Turville is the quintessential English...
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Penzance, Cornwall

Penzance in the county of Cornwall
A jolly town with a year round holiday atmosphere, where everyone is made to feel welcome.
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Corfe Castle, Dorset

Corfe Castle in the county of Dorset
Below the castle, the village of Corfe shows picturesque stone houses of the 17th-century.
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George and Dragon, Burpham, West Sussex

Burpham in the county of West Sussex
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Cranbrook Mill built in 1814 (Tallest smock mill in England) Cranbrook, Kent

Cranbrook in the county of Kent
Cranbrook is an old rural town of numerous streets and alleys, all still true to their medieval layout.
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Buxton, Derbyshire

Buxton in the county of Derbyshire
This barely spoilt town offers an exciting opportunity to enjoy a town crammed with beautiful buildings whilst exploring the high upland regions of England's glorious Peak District National Park.
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The river, Bourton-on-the-Water, in the Cotswolds.

Bourton on the Water in the county of Gloucestershire
Bourton on the Water is a beautiful Cotswold village often referred to as ‘The Venice of the Cotswolds’ or ‘Little Venice’ as it center’s around the river Windrush, a...
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The Bridge at Bibury

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

Staithes in the county of North Yorkshire
A charming fishing village on the North Yorkshire coast, Staithes is known for its narrow winding streets, historic cottages, and stunning sea views. It's an ideal destination for a peaceful seaside retreat.
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Alnwick Castle, Northumberland

Alnwick in the county of Northumberland
Set magnificently in the heart of the beautiful northern countryside is the great castle that has dominated the life and times of Alnwick for centuries.
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Hambleden

Hambleden in the county of Buckinghamshire
Hambleden is an attractive village set in the valley of the Chilterns, close to the River Thames. It has a "Picture-Postcard" image with pretty flint and stone cottages spread out around the church.
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