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The United Kingdom ratified the UNESCO World Heritage Convention in 1984 and has since designated a diverse range of World Heritage Sites, with a strong emphasis on cultural heritage.

Common themes among UK nominations include historical architecture, industrial heritage, and archaeological significance, reflecting the country's rich and varied past. Notable sites range from prehistoric monuments like Stonehenge to modern industrial landscapes. The UK also includes several natural sites, such as the Dorset and East Devon Coast.

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  • April 12, 2023 bbc.com — Unesco world heritage status: Seven sites win UK backing
  • Sept. 18, 2022 assets.publishing.service.gov.uk — Detailed description of the UK Tentative List of 1999
  • Aug. 25, 2022 gov.uk — Timeline UK Tentative List Review
  • Aug. 13, 2010 worldheritagesite.org — List of 38 sites vying for a spot on the new UK Tentative List, including Application Forms

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  • Liverpool
    Liverpool
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    Delisted: 2021
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