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Princes Risborough is a pretty market town on the Icknield Way between Aylesbury and High Wycombe. Historians believe it takes its name from its association with the Black Prince, who had a Manor house in Risborough.

The town has a large 17th century Manor House built around a Jacobean staircase balustrade. The Manor House was eventually bought by the Rothschild's and presented by them to the National Trust in 1925.

St Teresa's Church The Roman Catholic church of St Teresa Church was built in 1937 and has a distinctive modern Byzantine style, built in the shape of a rose, the church has a distinctive large central dome surmounted by a cross.

In 1833 the population of Princes Risborough was 2,400 today it is approximately 8,200. This growth has meant changes to the town and Princes Risborough has much to offer. Amenities include superstores, individual shops, various pubs and restaurants, a sports centre, library, railway station and much more.