10 Unusual Places To Visit In Britain

Thinking of holidaying somewhere in the UK? Why not steer clear of the tourist traps and head to somewhere off the beaten track? Here's a few places to consider

1. Shitterton

A small, friendly hamlet in the beautiful county of Dorset, Shitterton boasts many thatched cottages, and the local area is full of quaint farm shops and pubs. Local residents are known as Shittertonians.

2. Sandy Balls

Hampshire's Sandy Balls estate has been in existence since the reign of Henry VII. It's been run as a holiday camp since 1934, and since then many families have been making Sandy Balls an annual tradition.

3. Crapstone

This Devon village in located on the edge of Dartmoor, and was childhood home of Christopher Hitchens. He didn't speak highly of the place, but don't let that put you off.

4. Bell End

Britain has a number of Bell Ends, but this Worcestershire specimen is one of the largest, and arguably the most attractive.

5. Lower Dicker

This small, overgrown quarry close to Hailsham is a site of special geological interest, which prevents it from being overshadowed by the somewhat-grander Upper Dicker

6. North Piddle

Home to just 80 people according to the most recent census, with many residents trickling away over the years.

7. Pusey

As legend would have it, the manor of Pusey (derived from the Old English for 'Pea Island') was granted to the Pusey family by Cnut the Great via delivery of a horn. #PuseyFacts

8. Shingay Cum Wendy

Formerly two separate Cambridgeshire parishes, Shingay and Wendy, the two were joined in 1957, amid much rejoicing.

9. Ugley Green

Situated near the bustling town of Bishops Stortford, Ugley Green is within easy reach of London, and a perfect base for exploring Hertfordshire's nooks, crannies and other Ugley parts.

10. Penistone

This thriving Yorkshire market town benefits from a pleasant atmosphere, glorious local scenery and a name that, whichever way you look at it, contains the word 'penis'.