Top 10 Most Beautiful Villages in England Worth Exploring
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10Castle Combe, Wiltshire
Often called “the prettiest village in England,” Castle Combe is tucked into the Cotswolds and looks like a film set.
In fact, it has been used as one for movies such as War Horse and Stardust. Honey-colored stone cottages line winding streets, while the River Bybrook meanders through the village. With no modern signs or streetlights, Castle Combe feels like stepping back into the 14th century.
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