Places in England Beginning with Q (Cities and Towns)

The following is the list of cities and towns in England whose name begins with the letter Q. Below, you will also find some quick facts and general information about each.

City/TownRegionCountyPopulation
QueenboroughSouth EastKent3,000
QuedgeleySouth WestGloucestershire13,000
QuornEast MidlandsLeicestershire6,000

Queenborough

Queenborough is a small town on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent, located in the South East of England. The town was originally founded as a defense against invasions and was named after Queen Philippa, wife of Edward III. Today, Queenborough is known for its maritime heritage, with a small harbor and historic landmarks, including Queenborough Castle ruins.

Quedgeley

Quedgeley is a suburban area located in Gloucestershire, South West England, near the city of Gloucester. Historically a village, it has grown significantly and is now a thriving residential area with easy access to the M5 motorway. The name “Quedgeley” is thought to come from Old English, possibly meaning “woodland clearing of Cwēdgē,” an Anglo-Saxon name.

Quorn

Quorn is a picturesque village in Leicestershire, East Midlands, known for its traditional stone buildings and proximity to the River Soar. The village’s name is a shortened form of “Quorndon,” which dates back to the Domesday Book. Quorn is also famous for giving its name to the popular meat substitute product “Quorn,” although the product itself is not made in the village.

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