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County Border Signs Return to the River Tees
New road signs marking the historic border between County Durham and North Riding of Yorkshire have been unveiled, enhancing recognition of this significant geographical divide in northern England.
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Sussex Day: celebrating one historic county, from Chichester to Rye
On 16 June, Sussex Day celebrates the county’s rich heritage, community, and identity, reminding people of Sussex’s enduring significance beyond modern administrative boundaries.
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Boundary Signs to Be Unveiled at County Bridge, Barnard Castle
New road signs marking the historic border between North Riding of Yorkshire and County Durham will be unveiled on 15 June at County Bridge, Barnard Castle.
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Wiltshire Day: a day of celebration!
Wiltshire Day, celebrated annually on 5 June, honours Wiltshire’s heritage and identity, encouraging local pride and community engagement across its historic landscape.
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Devon Day: celebrating one of England’s great historic counties
Devon Day, celebrated on 4 June, honours Devon’s heritage and community, reflecting its historic identity and promoting local pride through activities and the county’s flag.
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Scotland’s Historic Counties: Older Than the Union
When people think of Scotland’s counties today, they often imagine council areas or administrative boundaries created in recent decades. But Scotland’s historic counties are something much older and deeper rooted than modern local government. The historic counties of Scotland are part of the country’s enduring geography — ancient territorial divisions established by Scottish kings centuries…
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Historic Counties Institute marks Somerset Day 2026
Somerset Day, celebrated annually on 11 May, honours the county’s rich identity, history, and culture, emphasising the importance of historic counties beyond current administrative boundaries.
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Middlesex county day to be marked on 16 May
Middlesex County Day is celebrated on 16 May, recognising the county’s enduring identity and heritage, despite past administrative changes. Events include flying the Middlesex flag and sharing memories.
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In what sense do the historic counties “still exist”?
The discussion addresses the relevance of historic counties in Britain, highlighting their stable geographical significance despite administrative changes and varying public identification.
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Huntingdonshire Day Celebrated Across County
Huntingdonshire Day is celebrated on 25 April, honouring the county’s identity and history, particularly linked to Oliver Cromwell, its enduring geography, and its symbolic flag.
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Warwickshire Day is about County – Not Councils
Warwickshire Day celebrates the historic county’s identity, distinct from modern administrative changes, urging recognition of its enduring geography and rich heritage.
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Gov’t says Counties Matter: So Why Still Misuse Them?
The UK Government acknowledges historic counties’ cultural significance yet continues to approve misleading administrative names, risking confusion regarding local identities and geography.

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