Buckingham

Buckingham is a town situated in north Buckinghamshire approximately 10 miles from the border with Northamptonshire. The town has a population of 11,572 (2001 census).

Related Topics:
Buckinghamshire - Northamptonshire

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Historically Buckingham was the county town of Buckinghamshire, it was declared county town in 888 by Alfred the Great, however Aylesbury took over this role in the 16th century. As far as entertainment goes Buckingham has a variety of restaurants and pubs as you would expect in most towns of its size. It has a small array of shops, however Milton Keynes is easily reachable by road.

Related Topics:
County town - Buckinghamshire - 888 - Alfred the Great - Aylesbury - 16th century - Milton Keynes

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The town is centred on the historic market place and contains many 18th century buildings. There are two main roads crossing Buckingham, namely the A421 and the A413. Leaving Buckingham on the A413 northbound you will pass through the village of Maids Moreton.

Related Topics:
Market - 18th century - A413 - Maids Moreton

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The town is home to the UK's first and only private university, the University of Buckingham. Unlike other UK universities, most of its students are from overseas.

Related Topics:
UK - University - University of Buckingham

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There is a Confluence point on the edge of the town (here), at exactly {{coor dms|52|00|00|N|01|00|00|W|}},

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Nearby towns include Aylesbury, Bicester, Brackley, Milton Keynes, and Towcester.

Related Topics:
Aylesbury - Bicester - Brackley - Milton Keynes - Towcester

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