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Avon	About this county... Newly created in the early 1970's, the County of Avon is located in the South-western part of England, however, during the mid 90's Avon ceased to be a 'County' and once more became part of Gloucester... More..	Links... Towns (2) Attractions (9) Images (80)
Bedfordshire	About this county... The County of Bedfordshire is the smallest of the 'Shires' and is in the South-Eastern part of central England. Void of Cities, Bedfordshire has some interesting Towns to visit including the Market T... More..	Links... Towns (9) Attractions (7) Images (89)
Berkshire	About this county... Situated in the heart of Southern England, the County of Berkshire, also known as 'Royal Berkshire' is home to several well known Towns and Cities, such as Windsor, where the famous Royal retreat Wind... More..	Links... Towns (2) Attractions (2) Images (12)
Buckinghamshire	About this county... Buckinghamshire is the home county of 'Chequers' the country residence of the Prime Minister of England. The rolling Chiltern Hills, delightful Country walks, unique market Towns and quaint little Vi... More..	Links... Towns (15) Attractions (1) Images (0)
Cambridgeshire	About this county... Cambridgshire can be located in the East of England. Whether you want to explore the famous Universities, experience the fine cuisine in its many Restaurants, visit the extensive shopping areas or si... More..	Links... Towns (4) Attractions (2) Images (35)
Cheshire	About this county... The North-west County of Cheshire boasts some of Englands most scenic countryside and with its history dating back over 4000 years there is plenty to discover on your visit. Take a pleasure Boat ride ... More..	Links... Towns (6) Attractions (4) Images (22)
Cleveland	About this county... Cleveland is a small county in the North East of England, dominated by the River Tees and the North Sea. It was once part of the North Riding of Yorkshire until that was divided up in 1974. The a... More..	Links... Towns (1) Attractions (0) Images (1)
Cornwall	About this county... Cornwall is in the picturesque part of the South-west tip of England. This Coastal County is home to miles of golden sand, with outstanding views from the cliff tops. Cornwall hoasts many popular Br... More..	Links... Towns (24) Attractions (9) Images (76)
County Durham	About this county... County Durham is situated in the North-East of England, boardering Cumbria, North Yorkshire and Northumberland. Reputed to be one of Englands most attractive Counties, County Durham has much to offer... More..	Links... Towns (3) Attractions (3) Images (15)
Cumbria	About this county... Cumbria, Englands second largest County can be found in the North-Western part of England. One of its many outstanding attractions is the ever popular and positively breathtaking 'Lake District' the ... More..	Links... Towns (27) Attractions (4) Images (42)
Derbyshire	About this county... The County of Derbyshire is situated in the very heart of England. The 'Peak District', Englands first National Park spans over 500 square miles and is one of the most popular and stunning areas of na... More..	Links... Towns (8) Attractions (2) Images (25)
Devon	About this county... A County that forms part of the South-West Peninsula of England, Devon is the third largest County and borders the popular Counties of Dorset, Somerset and Cornwall. Devon boasts some of Englands fin... More..	Links... Towns (16) Attractions (2) Images (71)
Dorset	About this county... Dorset is a county of great beauty, situated on the South Coast of England, bounded by the Counties of Devon, Hampshire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Dorset boasts an outstanding 75 mile long shore fronti... More..	Links... Towns (15) Attractions (9) Images (111)
Essex	About this county... The County of Essex is located in the South-East of England. Being a Coastal County Essex has much to offer, such as the seaside Town of Southend-on-Sea a popular holiday destination which boasts the ... More..	Links... Towns (3) Attractions (0) Images (7)
Gloucestershire	About this county... Gloucestershire lies in the South-West of England, famous for the many beautiful Cotswold towns and villages such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tewkesbury, and The Slaughters.... More..	Links... Towns (26) Attractions (11) Images (269)
Greater London	About this county... Greater London is not only a County full of interesting towns and villages, it is also home to England's capital city, 'London'. Covering such a vast area and encompassing what used to be Middlesex a... More..	Links... Towns (6) Attractions (25) Images (94)
Greater Manchester	About this county... The County of Greater Manchester was created from Manchester and also parts of Cheshire and Lancashire in 1974. Made up of ten boroughs, Greater Manchester is situated in the North-West of England. ... More..	Links... Towns (1) Attractions (1) Images (25)
Hampshire	About this county... The County of Hampshire lies in the South of England and offers an enchanting blend of both coast and countryside. It is home to the 'New Forest', which covers some 145 square miles, making it Englan... More..	Links... Towns (10) Attractions (6) Images (102)
Herefordshire	About this county... Herefordshire lies in the Western parts of England, neighbouring Wales. Known for being a County of beautiful, unspoilt countryside with interesting market towns and pretty villages. Notable attract... More..	Links... Towns (10) Attractions (4) Images (16)
Hertfordshire	About this county... Situated in the South-East of England, Hertfordshire is bounded by the Counties of Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Greater London and Essex. Hertfordshire is not only popular with tour... More..	Links... Towns (2) Attractions (2) Images (13)
Isle of Wight	About this county... Just off the South coast of England lies the largest Island off the British mainland 'The Isle of Wight'. Covering approximately 150 square miles, the Island is one of significant beauty with endles... More..	Links... Towns (3) Attractions (0) Images (2)
Kent	About this county... In the South-East corner of England lies the County of Kent an amazingly beautiful area steeped in fascinating history, inviting cities, interesting towns, pretty villages and picturesque countryside.... More..	Links... Towns (15) Attractions (8) Images (52)
Lancashire	About this county... In the North-West of England lies the County of Lancashire, not only it is home to one of Englands most popular holiday destinations it is also home to Europes largest seaside resort 'Blackpool', whic... More..	Links... Towns (15) Attractions (3) Images (43)
Leicestershire	About this county... The County of Leicestershire is situated in the heart of England. There are many places of interest to visit including the city of Leicester, notable attractions include 'Leicester Cathedral','The Nat... More..	Links... Towns (3) Attractions (0) Images (7)
Lincolnshire	About this county... Lincolnshire is a County situated in the East of England and is one of breathtaking landscape, pretty towns and villages with cobbled streets and stone built houses. Notable places of interest includ... More..	Links... Towns (3) Attractions (2) Images (10)
Merseyside	About this county... In the North-West of England lies the County of Merseyside. Rich in fascinating history and boasting two Cathedrals, Merseyside has a wealth of interesting places to visit such as, the city of Liverp... More..	Links... Towns (2) Attractions (1) Images (14)
Norfolk	About this county... The county of Norfolk lies along the East coast of England. The Norfolk coastline, much of which is an officially designated 'area of outstanding natural beauty' is home to many wonderful seaside res... More..	Links... Towns (6) Attractions (0) Images (15)
Northamptonshire	About this county... Located in central England Northamptonshire is a county covering an area of over 900 square miles. The eight hundred year old county town of Northampton well known for its footwear production, has ma... More..	Links... Towns (3) Attractions (0) Images (2)
Northumberland	About this county... Northumberland, Englands northernmost county covers some 1,942 square miles and is one of great beauty. The 60 mile Northumberland Coastline of sandy beaches has numerous historic castles, Stately Ho... More..	Links... Towns (10) Attractions (4) Images (17)
Nottinghamshire	About this county... The county of Nottinghamshire is situated in the central regions of England and is divided into eight districts. The city of Nottingham is the birthplace of D.H Lawrence, the famous author but is mor... More..	Links... Towns (0) Attractions (0) Images (0)
Oxfordshire	About this county... In the South-East of England lies the county of Oxfordshire, one of the most scenic of all English counties and famous worldwide for its University City of Oxford, known as the 'City of Dreaming Spire... More..	Links... Towns (18) Attractions (33) Images (146)
Shropshire	About this county... Shropshire is a county situated in the West Midland parts of England and borders Wales. The county town of Shrewsbury, birthplace of Charles Darwin, is a stunning historic town with well over 600 lis... More..	Links... Towns (4) Attractions (4) Images (19)
Somerset	About this county... The County of Somerset can be located in the South-West of England. Although Somerset is void of any cities, it does boast some beautiful market towns and villages. Taunton, the county town offers b... More..	Links... Towns (12) Attractions (3) Images (10)
Staffordshire	About this county... In the Northern parts of central England lies the county of Staffordshire. The picturesque county town of Stafford offers something for everyone from Historic stately homes and ancient castles to bea... More..	Links... Towns (5) Attractions (1) Images (13)
Suffolk	About this county... The county of Suffolk lies in the East of England and covers some 1500 square miles. Ipswich, the county town is home to The Ipswich Transport Museum which boasts the largest collection of transport ... More..	Links... Towns (16) Attractions (2) Images (57)
Surrey	About this county... In the South-East of England lies the County of Surrey. Although, due to boundary changes much of Northern Surrey has now been dissolved into Greater London. In the county town of Guildford you can ... More..	Links... Towns (6) Attractions (4) Images (13)
Sussex	About this county... The once County of Sussex can be located on the South Coast of England but is now divided into two separate counties, one being East Sussex and the other West Sussex. Bounded by the Counties of Hamps... More..	Links... Towns (13) Attractions (5) Images (191)
Tyne and Wear	About this county... Tyne and Wear is a metropolitan County situated in the North-East of England. The City of Newcastle-upon-Tyne has much to offer from historic stately homes and ancient castles to beautiful gardens an... More..	Links... Towns (1) Attractions (2) Images (6)
Warwickshire	About this county... Warwickshire, in the heart of England, is one of the most popular and most visited counties in the country. It is most famous for it's castle 'Warwick Castle' one of the great fortre... More..	Links... Towns (6) Attractions (8) Images (53)
West Midlands	About this county... The West Midlands is situated in the heart of England and has been a metropolitan county since 1974. The county town of Birmingham is England's second largest city. 1990 saw the opening of 'Cadbury ... More..	Links... Towns (1) Attractions (1) Images (20)
Wiltshire	About this county... Wiltshire is a beautiful County situated in the South-Western parts of England, with much of the county designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Trowbridge is the vibrant, industrial and ... More..	Links... Towns (4) Attractions (2) Images (53)
Worcestershire	About this county... Worcestershire is a County situated in the West Midlands region of England. The city of Worcester, known for its connections with the origin of 'Worcestershire Sauce' since the early 1800's, has been... More..	Links... Towns (8) Attractions (2) Images (89)
Yorkshire	About this county... The picturesque County of Yorkshire is among the largest in England and is divided into four parts - North, South, East and West Yorkshire. The city of York, famed for its historic Roman Walls and it... More..	Links... Towns (30) Attractions (9) Images (130)