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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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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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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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New Councils Can’t Erase Devon’s True Boundaries
ONS guidance confirms Devon and other historic counties remain real and important. Our local government consultation response calls for this to be respected.
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Lancashire Day Celebrated Across Historic County
Lancashire Day on 27 November celebrates the county’s rich heritage and identity, emphasizing true boundaries and uniting people through events and county flag.
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The Case for the Historic Counties of Great Britain
Britain’s historic counties, vital to national identity, face confusion from administrative changes, erasing cultural heritage. Restoring clarity between county names and boundaries is essential for identity and community pride.
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‘County of X’ or ‘X-shire’ : both are correct!
Most counties are named after towns or cities, indicating their association, such as Flintshire for Flint and Cheshire for Chester. Both naming forms are acceptable.
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Our Counties are the fire we must keep alive
Tradition preserves our identity and landscape, connecting us to our shared story. Protecting historic counties is vital to keeping this cultural flame alive.
Geography • Identity • Continuity
Reference, evidence, and public education for the historic counties.
Historic counties are the enduring geography. Councils are administration, lieutenancies are ceremonial – neither defines the counties.
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