My Towns - United Kingdom
Welcome to our website of United Kingdom towns and villages, here you will find maps, weather, guides and histories of various UK places, plus other countries as well, as we progress.
Information Maps and Weather for UK Towns
My Towns - United Kingdom
Below and throughout this website you will find lots of information, maps and weather for leading UK towns, villages and cities, as time progresses it is also our intention to feature histories for the various towns. We shall also be featuring towns in countries all over the world and already have sections on Spain, Italy and Mexico. Below are links to the latest pages added to the website, we hope you will find something useful:
Waddesdon - Location of the famous Waddesdon Manor, this small, charming village is located to the north-west of Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire. Waddesdon.
Porthtowan - A popular tourist destination since Victorian times, Porthtowan is renowned for its fine sandy beaches and dunes (towans) and its beautiful coastline.Porthtowan Map.
High Wycombe - After Milton Keynes, the largest town in Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe has a population of over 90,000 and is a mixture of industrial and market town. High Wycombe Map (High Wycombe Weather).
Marlow - A town in the Wycombe district of southern Buckinghamshire, Marlow has a population of around 14,000 and is an affluent town lying on the banks of the River Thames. Marlow Map. (Marlow Weather).
Stoke Mandeville - A small village located near to Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire, Stoke Mandeville gave it's name to the famous hospital which is renowned for it's spinal injuries centre. Stoke Mandeville Map.
Watton at Stone - Watton at Stone is a small village with a population of around 2,000, it is located between Stevenage and Hertford in the county of Hertfordshire. Watton at Stone Map.
Holsworthy - An ancient market town in the county of Devon, Holsworthy has been settled since Saxon times. Holsworthy Map.
Taunton- The county town of Somerset, Taunton was named after the River Tone, which runs through the centre of the town. Taunton Map.
Glastonbury - Famous for its music festival, Glastonbury is a small historic town in Somerset with a population of about 9,000. Glastonbury Map.
Yeovil - A historic town in south Somerset, Yeovil is well known for its production of helicopters. Yeovil Map.
Wells - A tiny cathedral city with a population of just 10,000, Wells was the site of a settlement during the Roman occupation of Britain. Wells Map.
Ilminster - A small town with about 5,000 inhabitants, Ilminster was documented in Saxon times and also mentioned in the Domesday Book. Ilminster Map.
Chard - Located near to Somerset's border with Devon, Chard was well known for its textiles and lace making. Chard Map.
Weston Super Mare - A large town and seaside resort on the coast of Somerset, Weston Super Mare has a large sandy beach and a pier. Weston Super Mare Map.
Burnham on Sea - Located just south of Weston Super Mare in Somerset, Burnham on Sea is another popular seaside resort with a fine sandy beach and the shorttest pier in Britain. Burnham on Sea Map.
Clevedon - Boasting one of the oldest surviving Victorian piers in Britain, Clevedon is another of Somersets seaside resorts. Clevedon Map.
Bridgewater - An ancient market town which was listed in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicles, Bridgewater is the administrative centre for the Sedgemoor district of Somerset. Bridgewater Map.
Wellington - Not to be confused with the city of Wellington in New Zealand, Wellington is a small industrial town near Taunton in Somerset. Wellington Map.
Wiveliscombe - A small town which once prospered due to the wool trade, Wiveliscombe has a history which goes back to pre Roman times. Wiveliscombe Map.
Bedford - The county town of Bedfordshire, Bedford was the burial place of King Offa of Mercia in the 8th century. Bedford stands on the River Great Ouse. Bedford Map.
Dunstable - Originating from a Roman posting station on the A5 (Watling Street), Dunstable is located near to Luton in Bedfordshire. Dunstable Map.
Houghton Regis - Close to and even older than Dunstable, Houghton Regis was listed as Houstone in the Domesday Book, the village expanded due to "overspill" in the 50's and 60's. Houghton Regis Map.
Toddington - A sizeable village to the north-west of Luton in Bedfordshire, Toddington is built around its large village green. Toddington Map.
Honiton - Famous for its lace making, Honiton grew uo along the Roman Road, the Fosse Way. Honiton Map.
Sidmouth - Another of Devon's renowned seaside resorts, Sidmouth is also a popular area for retirement. Sidmouth Map.
Seaton - Situated near to the mouth of the River Axe, Seaton was settled as long ago as the Iron Age, 4,000 years before the Romans arrived. Seaton Map.
Ottery St Mary - Birthplace of Romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Ottery St Mary is a pretty little town situated beside the River Otter in Devon. Ottery St Mary Map.
Dartmoor - A historic port, even as far back as the 11th century Crusades, Dartmoor is now a popular holiday destination on the South Devon coast. Dartmouth Map.
Brixham - Located at the southern end of Torbay in Devon, Brixham is an attractive fishing town with a pretty harbour. Brixham Map.
Paignton - Sitting on Torbay between Torquay and Brixham, Paignton is a renowned family holiday destination with some nice beaches. Paignton Map.
Teignmouth - Standing at the mouth of the River Teign in Devon, Teignmouth was once famous for its catches of Newfoundland Cod. These days it is a quiet holiday resort. Teignmouth Map.
Exmouth - A port and seaside town located south of Exeter, at the mouth of the River Exe, Exmouth has a long maritime history. Exmouth Map.
Budleigh Salterton - A small town to the east of Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton is situated at the mouth of the River Otter. Budleigh Salterton Map.
Ilfracombe - A charming little town and harbour situated in North Devon, Ilfracombe is in an area of spectacular cliffs and coastline. Ilfracombe Map - Ilfracombe Weather.
Barnstaple - Having its own mint even before the Domesday Book was written, Barnstaple has a long and distinguished history. Barnstaple Map.
Appledore - Famous for its shipbuilding, Appledore is situated at the mouth of the River Torridge in North Devon. Appledore Map.
Crediton - Located in the Mid Devon region, the historic town of Crediton was the birthplace of St Boniface in the 7th century. Crediton Map.
Tiverton - Standing at the confluence of the Exe and Lowman rivers, Tiverton grew in importance due to the lucrative wool trade. Tiverton Map.
Exeter - Important since Roman times, Exeter is situated on the River Exe in Devon, Exeter Cathedral was founded in 1050. Exeter Map.
Newton Abbot - Famous for its racecourse, Newton Abbot has a population of over 20,000 and is located beside the River Teign. Newton Abbot Map.
Plymouth - A historic naval town and port, Plymouth was a significant trading post during the Roman occupation of Britain, though was settled even earlier than this. Plymouth Map - Plymouth Weather.
Saltash - A historic ferry town on the border of Cornwall and Devon, Saltash stands on the River Tamar. Saltash Map.
Bideford - Situated beside a 24 arched bridge over the River Torridge in Devon, the town of Bideford was an important port during the 16th century. Bideford Map.
Launceston - A historic town close to the Cornish border with Devon, Launceston is overlooked by its 11th century Norman castle. Launceston Map.
Bude - One of North Cornwall's most popular seaside resorts, Bude has two superb sandy beaches. Bude Map.
Port Isaac - A pretty little Cornish fishing port which was formerly of significance, Port Issac fishermen still ply their trade from the harbour. Port Isaac Map.
Tintagel - Forever linked with the legend of King Arthur, Tintagel in Cornwall acts as a magnet for tourists. Tintagel Map.
Boscastle - Located just north of Tintagel, Boscastle boasts an attractive natural harbour protected by two ancient stone walls. Boscastle Map.
Perranporth - One of Cornwall's most popular surfing resorts, Perranporth has a large sandy beach, some good facilities and also has a fine links golf course. It's early history stretched back the St Piran who founded a church there in the 7th century. Perranporth Map.
St Austell - The largest town in Cornwall, St Austell is the ideal base for visiting the Eden Project and a number of other popular tourist attractions. St Austell Map.
Fowey - To the north-east of St Austell, at the mouth of the River Fowey, the small port and town of Fowey was a favourite haunt of smugglers. Fowey Map.
Newquay - Often called "the Surfing Capital of Britain", Newquay has some of the best surfing beaches and conditions (weather permitting), it is also a popular holiday destination. Newquay Map.
Penzance - A town and port on Mount's Bay in Cornwall, Penzance has a long history of fishing and mining and is now a popular tourist destination. Penzance Map.
St Ives - Another of Cornwall's popular seaside towns, St Ives was named after the Irish saint who arrived during the 5th century. St Ives Map.
Great Yarmouth - One of the UK's most popular seaside resorts, Great Yarmouth has been attracting holidaymakers since the 18 century. Horse racing fans head for Great Yarmouth on a regular basis as the town has its own racecourse. Great Yarmouth Map.
Norwich - County city of Norfolk, Norwich was the second largest city in England in the eleventh century. Norwich Map.
Stowmarket - A significant market town since the 14th century, Stowmarket is located north-west of Ipswich. Stowmarket Map.
Maidenhead - A historic town located on the banks of the River Thames in the county of Berkshire, Maidenhead has a history going back to Saxon times, it is well known for its football club Maidenhead United and has a very old golf club, these days it is a busy commuter town. Maidenhead Map - Weather.
Cookham - A pretty, unspoilt village, lying on the River Thames, to the north of Maidenhead in Berkshire, Cookham is well known as the birthplace of artist Sir Stanley Spencer. Cookham Map.
Canterbury - A historic city which is one of England's primary tourist attractions, Canterbury has lots of historic structures to see and enjoy. Canterbury Map - Canterbury Weather - Canterbury Golf Club Map.
Other Countries
Italy - Southern European country bordering France, Austria, Switzerland and Slovenia, Italy is a poplular tourist destination. Italy Map.
Spain
Alicante - A compact city and port, Alicante is overlooked by the Moorish, Santa Barbara Castle. Alicante Map.
Torrevieja - Surrounded by 2 huge salt lagoons, Torrevieja has been important for the production of salt since Roman times. Torrevieja Map.
La Mata - Also important for salt production, La Mata is located to the north of Torrevieja. La Mata Map.
Benalmadena - A popular beach resort on the Costa del Sol, Benalmadena is sandwiched between Torremolinos and Fuengirola. Benalmadena Map.
Costa Blanca - Orihuela Costa - Playa Flamenca - Javea
USA (USA Map)
Florida - A state in the south-eastern region of the USA, Florida has a population of around 18 million. Florida Map.
Clearwater - A city of 108,000 people, Clearwater is situated in the Tampa Bay Area, in Pinellas County, Florida fl. Clearwater Map.
Mexico
Cabo San Lucas - A popular holiday destination and sport fishing centre, Cabo San Lucas has plenty of high class holiday developments to choose from. Cabo San Lucas Map.