Cotswold village loved by A-listers and royals - with homes dating back to 17th century

Nestled in the heart of England, a leafy village has been hailed as the nation's 'favourite' by locals. Kingham, located in Chipping Norton, is an idyllic corner of the Great British countryside that continues to attract both A-listers and tourists alike.

The quaint village, set deep within the Cotswold Hills, boasts picturesque cottages and postcard-worthy greenery, while its local shops and pubs exude a welcoming charm that adds to its appeal.

Many of the beautiful homes in Kingham date back to the 17th and 18th centuries, with several of these historical dwellings having been carefully preserved while also incorporating modern comforts.

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Among the local amenities are a shop and church. However, it's the nearby Daylesford Organic farm shop that truly draws a crowd, reports The Sun.

This iconic establishment, often referred to as the country's poshest farm shop, is even said to be a favourite of Princess Eugenie!

But it's not just royals who are drawn to the delicious offerings at the farm shop or in Kingham. The village has transformed into a foodie paradise in recent years, with a variety of eateries such as Kingham Plough and The Wild Rabbit, both highly regarded for their delectable dishes, reports the Express.

Blur's bassist, Alex James, who resides in the town, has transformed into a culinary powerhouse after inaugurating his own cheese farm. His acclaimed gourmet creations are now sold in supermarkets throughout the UK.

Simultaneously, Daylesford is rumoured to have motivated former Top Gear and The Grand Tour presenter Jeremy Clarkson's own agricultural venture, the well-known Diddly Squat Farm, and during the pandemic lockdown, it even served Boris Johnson, our previous Prime Minister.

It isn't just the renowned names pushing this quaint village into the limelight, it also enjoys much popularity among numerous A-list celebrities. Among its stars are David and Victoria Beckham, as neighbours, and pop star Ellie Goulding, a regular shopping customer.

Coming from The Telegraph: "There are many tell-tale signs of the Daylesford Diva. Its glamorous clientele includes Ellie Goulding, who rents on the Daylesford property."

Ellie, residing in the area for almost three years now, relocated to this lush countryside in 2021 along with her husband, Casper Joplingan art dealer. The duo diligently refurbished a grand £1.3million manor house, restoring an historic barn to its primary state.

Another familiar face spotted in this village is actor Eddie Redmayne, making this place quite popular despite its petite population of less than a thousand residents.