This quaint part of the Midlands has won an impressive title as one of the best places to live in the UK. Ilmington, Warwickshire, was named as part of the Times list and it's no surprise that you'll find a cute village on the list. The village features a volunteer-run community village shop, demonstrating the area's friendly neighborhood vibe.
To round out the best places to live, a panel of expert judges visited all locations to assess factors such as schools, transportation, broadband speed, mobile signals, culture, access to green spaces, and high street health.
Ilmington is a picturesque village known for its beautiful countryside and traditional charm.
The village offers stunning natural scenery and outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
Nearby towns like Stratford Apon Avon and Warwick offer a wealth of historic charm, including Shakespeare's Birthplace and Warwick Castle.
Ilmington itself offers a peaceful, community-driven atmosphere with local pubs, shops and churches, making it perfect for a quiet lifestyle.
The village is well connected to major cities such as Birmingham and Oxford, making it ideal for commuters.
A blend of beautiful countryside and warm community vibes, Ilmington is the perfect place to live for those seeking a peaceful yet well-connected environment.
The winner was filmed by Saffron Walden of Essex. Essex was the perfect place to live in our annual guide.
Saffron Walden has broken through the list of 72 locations in this year's Sunday Times live guide, released online on Friday.
We won because of convenient commuter links to both London and Cambridge, and its clean appearance and excellent state schools.
Not only this, but the town has a rich cultural offering, and the explosive foodie scene speaks of the times.
According to the guide's compiler, locals say Saffron Walden's Saturday market is like being in the South of France.
