The prettiest villages in England

Are you searching for great places to visit when you are in England? For a starting point, here is the list of the top 10 prettiest villages that are found in England. Villages are very common in most parts of the country. Most of the villages are situated near a water source. Some villages are old and are being preserved while others are still full of life. Visiting one is like immersing in the culture of people living in them.

Avebury, Wiltshire

The very first in our list is the Avebury, Wiltshire. The reason of course is obvious as you get to see the place. The village appears rustic and then there are also thatched cottages found in there. This is enclosed entirely by the ancient and largest hedge monuments which is an attraction itself. The place is really astounding because of the old atmosphere. Not to mention that there are also excellent lunches in there. The earthworks in the place are also awe inspiring and stunning.

Gloucestershire

The second one is found in Gloucestershire. We will focus here on the shallow and beautiful river that trickles the quaint village. You will love it because there are a lot of arched footbridges in the place. Gloucestershire is found in the heart of the hill that is called Cotswold. There are a couple of movies that were shot in the area.

Devon Clovelly

Third, is the villages found in Devon Clovelly. This is a tiny village that can be traveled through a steep road. You will surely be seduced with the charm of this village. Since it is found on the north, the winter will be full of bracing winds.

Castle Combe

Fourth one is the Castle Combe. The stone houses look great as they have existed for hundreds of years already and they are being preserved by the government.

Oxfordshire, Dorchester

The fifth village that you have to see will be the Oxfordshire, Dorchester. There is a mixture of various structures in the area which makes it appealing. Tourists come to the place to see the surprisingly wonderful abbey and the village itself.

Dunster in Somerset

The Dunster in Somerset is a perfect place with the Market Street. You can also see the oldest tree in this village. You can experience great strolling activities while in the area.

Eton, Berkshire

Then another quaint village is the Eton which is found in Berkshire. If you are wondering what is special about the place, you can simply cross the river and you will feel the old world type of charm that this village possesses. It is like walking through history.

Hawkshead, Cumbria

You can also check for the village of Hawkshead. This one is found in Cumbria. This is an unspoiled village with amazing views for you to see.

By Nikos K

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