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England’s 'original capital' is just 12 square miles and nowhere near London

Before London became England's capital, a small market town held the seat of royal power as the heart of the mighty Mercian Kingdom — and its fascinating history still lives on today

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England’s 'original capital' is just 12 square miles and nowhere near London

Before London became England's capital, a small market town held the seat of royal power as the heart of the mighty Mercian Kingdom — and its fascinating history still lives on today

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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom 16 days ago on Monday, August 3, 2026.

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