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Herne Bay, Kent

Herne Bay is a town that has fortunately kept its Victorian atmosphere. The principal feature of the seafront is the town's lofty clock tower, dating from 1837.....(more)

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Rolvenden, Kent

Surrounded by a well-wooded landscape, this delightful village was first mentioned in the Doomsday Book, so we are assured of its long history.....(more)

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Pluckley, Kent

The village, which is scrambled on a ridge above the scenic River Beult, is said to be the most haunted village in England.....(more)

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South Harting, West Sussex

The main village street is thronged with exquisite old properties, some of brick, some tile hung, and some are built of Sussex clunch - a beautiful building material of soft limestone.....(more)

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Kington, Herefordshire   (Historic Market Town)

This is a small ancient market town sheltered by the Hergest Ridge which rises to a height of over 1,380 ft. The town is situated near the Welsh border, with the lovely River Arrow flowing through.....(more)

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Wookey Hole, Somerset   (Picturesque Village)

It is a pleasant resort village made famous by the glittering limestone cavern known as "Wookey Hole" which comprises of several dramatic chambers.....(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.....(more)

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Ripley, Hampshire

One could be forgiven for thinking that this Yorkshire village has a faintly French air for Ripley was indeed remodelled in 1827 along the lines of a typical French village of Alsace Lorraine.....(more)

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Walton on the Naze, Essex   (Seaside Town)

This is a seaside resort that is a real treat for every member of the family. It is a traditional resort that simply caters for those whose wish is to have a jolly good time.....(more)

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Aynho, Northamptonshire

There is a pale beauty about Aynho that is enhanced only by the pale golden fruit that flourishes in these parts and caused this lovely place to become known as 'The Apricot Village'.....(more)

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Symonds Yat, Herefordshire

From whichever vantage point you choose all around Symonds Yat are scenes of incredible beauty.....(more)

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