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ELECTRIC AVENUE - BRUM In a West Midlands city far, far away in the future... the bots have taken over but still give you that special brummie welcome! Check out the full story at Strange Place Names UK-Ireland
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3 days ago1 min read
Cockpit Head
Cockpit Head, Dorset, England
Where the Seamen wait for the Cock to Eject!
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Dec 7, 20254 min read
🦇 Batmans Hill, West Midlands: The Dark Knight Rises (Sort Of)
Batmans Hill, West Midlands: The Dark Knight Rises (Sort Of)...
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May 1, 20253 min read
Shitterton in Dorset
Shitterton in Dorset. A blog featuring a video slideshow with comments and audio
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Feb 22, 20250 min read
Uncover the Rude, Quirky, and Strange Places and the Origins of their Place Names in the UK & Ireland: A Fascinating Journey into the Unknown...
Place names serve as intriguing time capsules, reflecting the rich histories and cultures interwoven into our landscapes. The United...
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Feb 10, 20254 min read
Walking and Hiking around Chipshop: Uncovering the Quirky Charm of this Unassuming English Town
Nestled in the heart of the English countryside, Chipshop is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by adventure seekers and curious...
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Sep 22, 20242 min read
SPN Gets a New Team!!!
This is an appeal for anyone interested to get involved on our website at ww.strangeplacenames.com, where you can add or edit content. Also, you can get involved at our Facebook page.
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Sep 6, 20241 min read
Houston, we don't have a problem!
Great site for finding strange place names you can view or go visit!
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Jun 11, 20241 min read
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