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Fowey, Cornwall

The picturesque harbour town of Fowey has a history as colourful as some of the pretty boats sailing in and out of its waters.

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Frampton on Severn, Gloucestershire

An ancient interesting village with a village green surrounded by beautiful half timbered properties

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Gargrave, North Yorkshire

A picturesque village in North Yorkshire

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Gayle, North Yorkshire

The picturesque village of Gayle is found amidst the glorious scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is on the passage of the Pennine way, close to Hawes and the National Park Centre.

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Giggleswick, North Yorkshire

Giggleswick, is as charming as its melodious name. It lies in a favoured position in the Ribbersdale Valley, a stone's throw across the river from the lively market town of Settle.

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Goathland, North Yorkshire

Sheep graze on the course grasses that surround the greystone houses of this straggling moorland village

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Gorran Haven, Cornwall

Historically, this beautiful location is said to be the place where Sir Henry Treworth of Bodruggan spurred his horse over the cliffs in 1485.

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Grange in Borrowdale, Cumbria

A picturesque village in the Borrowdale valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in England.

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Grantchester, Cambridgeshire

The village of Grantchester, is a picturesque village along the river Cam, often enjoyed by tourists and students who travel to the village by punt from nearby Cambridge, to...

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Grasmere, Cumbria

This tiny stone village is beautifully set between the tranquil waters of Grasmere Lake and the jagged heights of Helm Crag and Nab Scar

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Grassington, North Yorkshire

This is Upper Wharfdale's principle village. It is a place of quiet charm with a lovely old bridge spanning the River Wharfe and cobbled lanes with pretty stone cottages descending towards the attractive village square.

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Great Barrington, Gloucestershire

Great Barrington occupies a lovely position in the magnificent valley of the River Windrush. It is a quiet, tranquil spot, sprinkled with picturesque Cotswold cottages.

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Great Haseley, Oxfordshire

Great Haseley is a picturesque village in South Oxfordshire, about 4.5 miles from the market town of Thame. It has many listed buildings and thatched stone cottages. The name is...

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