DORSET has been named as one of the most popular English counties.
According to research carried out by YouGov of the most popular counties, Dorset came in joint first place with Devon.
Out of more than 42,000 people asked for their opinions about 47 English counties, 92 per cent of people said they liked Dorset and Devon.
The South West is home to four of the top five most liked counties. Cornwall came in third place with 91 per cent with Somerset in fifth place with 86 per cent.
The only county outside the South West to make the top five list is North Yorkshire which came in fourth place.
Bedfordshire was the least-liked county with just 40 per cent of those asked saying they liked it.
Amelia Brophy, head of data products UK at YouGov, said: “Our data indicates that Britons have a real affinity towards cities that can boast a rich history and impressive architecture. When it comes to counties, the top of our list is dominated by places that have been popular holiday destinations for generations, due to their natural beauty and idyllic scenery.”
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