LOCAL HISTORY
Buckingham means literally ‘the land of Bucca’s people in the bend of the river’. The small Saxon village was erected in 914AD through the fortification of a castle during the war against the Danes. The campaign was successful, leaving the castle redundant and Buckingham a trading centre for the region.
In the 16th century Buckingham gained a new charter to elect a corporation and hold courts to govern the market. During the civil war the town also played host to the King and his army for a week in 1644.
In the 19th century a canal and branch railway line were constructed. Despite this the town ceased to expand, allowing it to keep its unique charm and culture that remain attractive to artists and visitors today.
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