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This market town and borough lies directly south-east of Reading, featuring a blend of historic streets within its town center, encircled by contemporary developments and residential neighborhoods.
Berkshire, part of the Home Counties, is celebrated for its idyllic countryside and proximity to London, making it a desirable location for real estate investments. The county has a rich history of affluence, having housed royalty since the early 1100s with the establishment of Windsor Castle.
The largest town in West Berkshire, Newbury forms a pair with Thatcham on the River Kennet by the North Wessex Downs.
Bracknell, once a modest village within the Windsor Forest, transformed to meet England’s housing demands post-Second World War, evolving into a designated “New Town.” After several years of gradual decline, the town center has revitalized itself as “The Lexicon.” This transformation involved a substantial regeneration initiative, introducing high-end retail outlets and dining establishments with outdoor seating, while enhancing various local landmarks.
The name “Windsor” is synonymous with the British Royal Family, representing the current Royal House on the throne.
Located in one of England’s wealthiest boroughs, Maidenhead is a charming market town situated on the Thames River, just upstream from Windsor.
One of the largest settlements in the UK lacking city status, Reading is a university town located 20 minutes to the west of London.
The relatively new Amtrak route connects New York City to the Berkshires in Massachusetts. Amtrak’s Berkshire Flyer doesn’t run year-round, but when it’s in operation, it’s a hot ticket — especially among New Yorkers looking to escape the summer heat. This year, the train will travel between New York City and Pittsfield, Massachusetts, all summer long. The season kicks off on May 26 in time for Memorial Day weekend and runs until Oct. 9 (Indigenous Peoples’ Day weekend), according to the Berkshire tourism website. Tickets are expected to sell quickly — with good reason. The Berkshire Flyer makes it easy for New Yorkers to skip the traffic on the New York State Thruway while making their summer escape from the city.