BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Buckinghamshire, a historic county in Southeast England, boasts a rich and diverse history dating back over a thousand years. Its name is derived from the Old English "Bucca's home," referencing an early Saxon chieftain. In medieval times, Buckinghamshire was a vital region, intersected by important trade routes like the Roman Akeman Street. 

The county played a pivotal role during the English Civil War, with notable battles like the Battle of Aylesbury in 1642. Buckinghamshire is also known for its historic market towns, including Aylesbury and Buckingham, which flourished during the medieval period. Today, it blends its historical charm with modern significance, hosting picturesque countryside landscapes, the famous Bletchley Park (home to World War II codebreakers), and being home to notable figures like Roald Dahl.

Buckinghamshire Tourist attractions

Buckinghamshire offers an array of captivating tourist attractions, blending its rich history with natural beauty. The county is famed for Bletchley Park, where World War II codebreakers worked tirelessly. Visitors can explore its fascinating history and the birthplace of modern computing. The Chiltern Hills is also an area of outstanding natural beauty that can be found in Buckinghamshire. The place entices nature enthusiasts with scenic hiking trails and quaint villages like Great Missenden, where Roald Dahl penned his beloved stories. Lastly, Waddesdon Manor, a stunning French Renaissance-style chateau, showcases impressive art collections and exquisite gardens in the region. Additionally, Buckinghamshire hosts notable country houses, such as Hughenden Manor, associated with Benjamin Disraeli.

Lush Gardens and Blossoms

Buckinghamshire boasts an abundance of lush gardens that draw visitors with their natural splendor and historical significance. The county is home to Waddesdon Manor's immaculate gardens, a vision of horticultural artistry with terraces, fountains, and ornate plantings inspired by French chateaux. Hughenden Manor offers beautifully landscaped grounds, while Cliveden House features stunning formal gardens alongside the Thames River. 

From the delicate bluebells carpeting its ancient woodlands in spring to the vibrant yellow blooms of cowslips dotting its meadows, Buckinghamshire's floral diversity is a sight to behold. The county's hedgerows burst with the cheerful faces of primroses and wild roses, while the marshy wetlands provide a haven for orchids and water lilies. Not to be forgotten are the iconic poppies that sway in the breeze, adding a crimson flourish to the landscape. Buckinghamshire's native flowers are a testament to the region's natural beauty and biodiversity.

Find a florist in key towns in Buckinghamshire 

Aylesbury

High Wycombe

Milton Keynes

Amersham/Chesham

Gerrards Cross

Marlow

Beaconsfield

Buckingham

Princes Risborough

Wendover

Olney

Chalfont St Giles

Prestwood

Our Partner Florists in Buckinghamshire 

Elite Flowers, www.eliteflowers.co.uk

42 Wedgewood St, Aylesbury HP19 7HL, United Kingdom

Blooming Blossom, www.bloomingblossom.uk

192a Cressex Road High Wycombe HP12 4UA

Milton Keynes Florist, www.miltonkeynesflorists.com

The Gate House, Chesney Wold, Bleak Hall, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 1NE  

Jean Page Florists, www.jeanpagefloralboutique.co.uk

4 Rowland Place  Green Lane,  Northwood Middlesex, Watford, Essex, United Kingdom,  HA6 1AB

Pollenation, www.pollenation.co.uk

Little botany Wheeler end common, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3ND

Meadow Row Florist, www.meadowrowflorist.co.uk

4 Meadow Row, Buckingham MK18 1PU, United Kingdom