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flag Renovation in Bibury’s historic village sparks backlash over flashy palm trees and lights, clashing with its traditional rural charm.

flag A renovation on Awkward Hill in Bibury, a Cotswolds village dubbed England’s prettiest street, has sparked local outrage over illuminated palm trees that residents say clash with the area’s traditional rural character, resembling those in Dubai or Benidorm. flag Since 2023, ongoing construction by a wealthy Turkish couple has caused noise, traffic, and disruption, with neighbors criticizing the removal of surrounding vegetation and the flashy lighting. flag While the architect defends the palms as longstanding and historically significant, many villagers argue the changes undermine the village’s heritage and tranquility, highlighting tensions between private development and preservation in a historic area.

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