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Devolution Offers Hope for Britain’s Historic Counties
The devolution agenda in the UK offers a crucial opportunity to restore genuine county identities, promoting cultural heritage and clarity by separating historic counties from administrative zones.
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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.
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County Flags Day 2023
Historic County Flags Day on July 23, 2023, celebrated local heritage with flying of 53 registered county flags across Great Britain, including Aberdeenshire’s first participation.
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County Flags Day 2022
All 52 historic county flags are raised in Parliament Square, celebrating shared heritage and local pride on Historic County Flag Day across England, Scotland, and Wales.
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“Save Counties” – Lords
Lord Lexden urged the government to preserve Britain’s historic counties, seeking realignment with ceremonial counties and emphasizing their importance for national identity and geography.
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County Flags Day 2021
Historic County Flags Day on July 23 celebrates county flags in Parliament Square, featuring Leicestershire’s first appearance. Currently, 54 out of 86 historic counties have flags.
Campaign for Historic Counties 