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Bedfordshire

A mix of rolling chalk hills and industrial heritage, known for its historic airfields and brick-making history.

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Berkshire

Known as the 'Royal County' due to the presence of Windsor Castle and its proximity to London.

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Bristol

A city-county famous for its maritime history, street art (Banksy), and creative, independent spirit.

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Buckinghamshire

Characterised by the scenic Chiltern Hills and historic market towns; often used as a filming location for period dramas.

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Cambridgeshire

Home to one of the world's most prestigious universities and the flat, unique landscape of the Fens.

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Cheshire

Famous for its black-and-white 'magpie' architecture, salt mines, and high-quality dairy (Cheshire cheese).

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City of London

The historic heart of London, governed by the City of London Corporation; a global financial hub with ancient traditions.

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Cornwall

A rugged peninsula with a distinct Celtic identity, famous for surfing, pasties, and dramatic coastal cliffs.

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Cumbria

Home to the Lake District National Park, featuring England's highest mountains and deepest lakes.

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Derbyshire

Contains the bulk of the Peak District National Park, known for its stunning dales and grand stately homes.

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Devon

The only county with two separate coastlines; famous for Dartmoor, Exmoor, and cream teas.

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Dorset

Renowned for the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and its rich fossil-hunting grounds.

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Durham

A land of 'prince bishops' with a massive Norman cathedral and a rich coal-mining heritage.

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East Riding of Yorkshire

Known for its chalk hills (The Wolds) and the major port city of Hull.

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East Sussex

Famous for the white cliffs of Seven Sisters and the vibrant, bohemian atmosphere of Brighton.

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Essex

A diverse county ranging from Roman history in Colchester to the bustling Essex sunshine coast.

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Gloucestershire

Home to the Cotswolds (including Lechlade!), the Forest of Dean, and historic Roman settlements.

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Greater London

The political and cultural capital of the UK, encompassing 32 boroughs outside the City of London.

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Greater Manchester

The birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, now a global hub for music, football, and culture.

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Hampshire

Known for its maritime history in Portsmouth and the ancient capital of Winchester.

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Herefordshire

A rural border county famous for its cider production, Hereford cattle, and 'Black and White' villages.

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Hertfordshire

Includes Britain's first Garden Cities and historic Roman ruins at St Albans.

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Isle of Wight

An island county famous for its yachting heritage and significant dinosaur fossil discoveries.

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Kent

The 'Garden of England', known for its hops, orchards, and the iconic White Cliffs of Dover.

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Lancashire

Known for its industrial history, the seaside fun of Blackpool, and the legend of the Pendle Witches.

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Leicestershire

Famous for the discovery of King Richard III's remains and its high-quality pork pies and Stilton cheese.

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Lincolnshire

A large agricultural county featuring the vast Lincolnshire Fens and the historic cathedral city of Lincoln.

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Merseyside

Centred on the River Mersey, it's the home of The Beatles and a world-famous waterfront.

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Norfolk

Known for the man-made waterways of the Norfolk Broads and its stunning, flat coastline.

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North Yorkshire

England's largest county, featuring the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and the historic city of York.

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Northamptonshire

The 'Rose of the Shires', famous for its historic shoemaking industry and Silverstone Circuit.

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Northumberland

The least densely populated county, home to more castles than any other and Hadrian's Wall.

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Nottinghamshire

The home of the legend of Robin Hood and the historic Sherwood Forest.

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Oxfordshire

Home to the world's oldest English-speaking university and the beautiful Cotswold gateway.

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Rutland

England's smallest ceremonial county, centred around the massive Rutland Water reservoir.

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Shropshire

Considered the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution at Ironbridge Gorge; very rural and hilly.

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Somerset

Famous for the Mendip Hills, Glastonbury Festival, Cheddar cheese, and cider.

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South Yorkshire

Rooted in steel production (Sheffield) and coal mining, now a hub for outdoor sports and industry.

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Staffordshire

Home to 'The Potteries' and some of the UK's most famous theme parks.

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Suffolk

Known for its 'Wool Towns', thatched cottages, and the musical heritage of Benjamin Britten.

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Surrey

The most wooded county in England, offering lush green spaces very close to London.

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Tyne and Wear

An urban county focused on the industrial and cultural heritage of the Tyne and Wear rivers.

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Warwickshire

Shakespeare's County; rich in medieval history and literary significance.

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West Midlands

A metropolitan hub including Birmingham, known for its diverse culture and manufacturing history.

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West Sussex

Home to the South Downs National Park, stately homes, and the famous Goodwood Estate.

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West Yorkshire

Famous for its textile heritage, the BrontΓ« sisters, and vibrant cities like Leeds.

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Wiltshire

Home to prehistoric monuments like Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral; a gateway to the Cotswolds.

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Worcestershire

Famous for its hop fields, Worcestershire Sauce, and the cathedral city of Worcester.

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Yorkshire

England's largest historic county, encompassing diverse landscapes from moorland to coast.

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