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Banburyshire

Banburyshire is an informal region in central England centered around the town of Banbury in Oxfordshire. It includes nearby towns and villages like Brackley, Chipping Norton, and Bicester, forming a semi-rural area characterized by a mix of historic towns, countryside, and modern suburbs. The region is known for its historic market town atmosphere, agricultural roots, and proximity to larger cities like Oxford and Birmingham. While not an official administrative unit, Banburyshire is commonly referenced to describe the community and economic ties among these interconnected towns and their surrounding rural areas.