Hambleden in Buckinghamshire is often praised for being among the UK's most desirable and picturesque places to live. Boasting a stunning landscape, the village has an old charm that has seen it become a popular place for film and TV crews. Hambleden, one of England's most beautiful villagesHome to the Culden Faw Estate that spans 3,500 acres of woods, parkland and a sweeping chalk valley, the estate is a mighty view from the village. National Trust site, Cliveden, is nearby, set above the River Thames; the estate has magnificent gardens and breathtaking views. Despite its picturesque view, the village has a dark history, as in 1912, archaeologists discovered 97 skeletal remains at Yewden Villa.

Source: The Times September 20, 2025 16:07 UTC