This village is built on the cleft of a steep cliff and is surrounded by dense woodlands and endless views of the sea. The private town has an entrance fee and to preserve its village feel, forbids motorized vehicles on the cobbled high street. You will see donkeys and sleds bringing goods up and down the hills. The town has lovely narrow lanes, whitewashed cottages, a pub, and a few shops.
7. Castle Combe, Wiltshire
Castle Combe is the quintessential English village with lanes lined with typical Cotswold homes, and a Market Cross dating back to the 14th century. The town’s buildings and surrounding countryside are registered as conservation areas. You can enjoy a stay at the picturesque Manor House Hotel. The village was also featured in the 1967 movie Doctor Doolittle.
8. Haworth, West Yorkshire
Charming Haworth is known for the Brontë sisters, with the striking Pennine moors, where you can feel like you're in Wuthering Heights. The village is otherwise known for its preserved railway. The cobbled high street features several tea shops, stores, and pubs. You can visit the former home of the Brontë sisters at the Brontë Parsonage Museum. The village has several traditional festivals and hosts a 1940s weekend.
9. Amberley, West Sussex
Lying at the foot of South Downs is pictorial Amberley. The village is noted for its thatched roof houses. While visiting this pretty village you can visit the Amberley Working Museum, with industrial machinery and antique agricultural tools. The museum hosts an annual beer festival, otherwise enjoy a pint at one of the many local pubs. The local castle has been converted into a hotel if you fancy an overnight stay.
10. Flatford, Suffolk
This tiny Suffolk village is best known because of its depiction in English painter John Constable’s works. The enchanting village, with thatched roof cottages and lush greenery, is a feast for the eyes with its picture-perfect sights. The remote village holds listed buildings such as the 15th century Medieval Hall House, pictorial Willy Lott’s cottage, granary barns and charming 16th century Bridge House.