England is packed full of pretty towns that most of us never take a trip to. Whether they’re tucked away in the Lake District or overlooking the sea, if you’re planning a staycation this autumn, here are 16 beautiful little market towns that you should visit.
Morpeth is a historic market town in Northumberland, lying on the River Wansbeck. Its cobbled streets are quaint, with farmers’ markets and general markets, independent shops, bars, and restaurants. The nearby Carlisle Park has numerous woodland paths, a quiet garden, and more.
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Rye is a town in East Sussex, at the confluence of three rivers: the Rother, the Tillingham, and the Brede, two miles from the English Channel. Its history and charm make it a tourist destination, with ancient inns used by 18th-century smuggling gangs, a harbour, a weekly farmers’ market, and a castle.
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