Shambles is Britain's most picturesque street

The Shambles, a famous cobbled lane in York has been named as the most picturesque street in Britain.

Lined with 15th Century buildings The Shambles took the title in the Google Street View Awards for being uniquely British and visually charming.

A panel of experts had created a shortlist which were then voted on by 11,000 people which were viewable on Google Street View.

Stockbridge High Street in Hampshire was voted the best foodie street and Milson Street in Bath won the award of best fashion street in the poll.