To the south of the county, you’ll find the thriving towns of High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Marlow and Amersham, with easy access to London as well as the stunning Chiltern Hills. Here you’ll find miles of footpaths rambling through beech-wood forests, and waterways including the Thames and the Grand Union Canal, as well as the stunning walking and cycling opportunities around the Colne Valley.
Turn northwards, and you’ll encounter the archetypal English countryside around Aylesbury Vale, with enchanting villages, market towns and magnificent country houses. For example, Waddesdon Manor is a must-see for lovers of fine art, architecture and gardens. Across the county, you’ll also find top-performing schools, family-friendly communities and a variety of accessible cultural and natural attractions.
Buckinghamshire is a net contributor to the UK economy, with a thriving SME sector and major clusters around space, med-tech, creative industries, and advanced engineering. Over 31,000 businesses call Buckinghamshire their home, taking advantage of our flexible and extensive choice of locations, good road and rail network access, and the supportive and inclusive nature of our local business community. There is an excellent collection of leisure, social and eating opportunities and great places to live in the various towns that are perfect for a balanced lifestyle; whilst also being only a train ride away from the hustle and bustle of central London and Birmingham.
