Britain's 21 best high streets named ahead of public vote
The 21 best high streets in Britain have been named ahead of a public vote for the winner.
The annual vote offers the reward of not just a boost to town pride but increased footfall, a cash prize and training for shops, bars and restaurants.
High Streets Minister Marcus Jones said: "We had a record amount of high-quality entries to this year's competition – testament to the pride local people have and brilliant work being done to boost Britain's high streets.
"The local high street is the life and soul of many towns, villages and cities across the country and these awards are a great opportunity to not only celebrate those that are the best of the best, but also to help others learn their valuable tips for success."
Voting takes place on the Great British High Street website and closes in November.
The top three finalists in each category that have gone through to the public vote are:
City:
St Giles Street, Northampton, NN1 1DE
Mill Road, Cambridge, CB1 2AZ
Bradford, BD1 5RW
Coastal Communities:
Prestatyn, LL17 0QT
Bognor Regis, PO21 1SR
Amble, NE65 0DT
Local Centre:
Faulkner Street Hoole, Chester, CH2 3BE
Bishy Road, York, YO23 1NA
Bath Place, Taunton TA1 3PN
London
Raynes Park, SW20 0BU
Pitshanger Lane, Ealing, W5 1QX
Roman Road, Tower Hamlets, E3 5EA
Market Town
Chipping Norton, OX7 5JP
Helmsley, YO62 5BN
Colne, BB9 0LX
Town Centre
Rotherham, S60 1AE
Altrincham, WA14 1QU
Tamworth, B77 7BZ
Village
Brigg, DN20 8JJ
Twyford, RG10 9AQ
West Kilbride, KA23 9EW
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