With thanks for their cooperation to Janet Hodson-Harare -Zimbabwe, Alan Knox-Glasgow and
David Miller - Morecambe - UK for introducing his YMCA and Discover editions to me.

A. Special Waddingtons issues:

Edition: Leeds, Limited Edition
Publisher: The City of Leeds/John Waddington - Dec.1989
Dimensions of the box: 26.1 x 50.2 cm
The game:
The design of this edition is like the Standard one of 1972 with Ref. # 44021.

Since the GB-standard edition consits of London properties, this Leeds issue is the second city game of England. Only 500 copies of this edition were made, the profit of which - £18,500 - was destined for a project to help the deaf communicate on the telephone.
The owner of edition number 1 is Les Carter, the Lord Mayor of Leeds in 1989.

Ten years after the issue of this very limited edition Paul Robinson of the Yorkshire Evening Post wrote in the paper of 5th June, 1999:

"Why Leeds has the Monopoly - £ 1,650 paid for game based on the city.
The Yorkshire edition of the world's most famous board game might be causing a stir at the moment - but a decade ago it was a Leeds version that triggered Monopoly mania.

Just 500 copies of a board based around the city's streets and landmarks were produced in 1989 in aid of the Lord Mayor of Leeds charity appeal.
And as the years have gone by the sets have become like gold dust among Monopoly enthousiasts who try to collect different versions of the game from around the world. But in the current wave of excitement sparked by the imminent arrival of the county edition, the Yorkshire Evening Post has managed to track down a copy.
Leeds City Council's Coun Les Carter, Lord Mayor at the time the game was released, still have the very first one to roll off the production line.
He said today: "It's never been played - I wanted to make sure I kept it in pristine condition. When I do fancy a game, I just use the normal set I also have. I've been smiling to myself seeing all the publicity about the Yorkshire version. It looks as though we were 10 years ahead of our time in Leeds."
Traditional names given the elbow on the city board included Pall Mall, which was replaced by Great George Street, and Mayfair, which was usurped by Park Row. Trafalgar Square, meanwhile, became City Square while Fleet Street was, aptly enough, changed to Wellington Street, home of the YEP. And Leeds City, Cross Gates, Horsforth and Pudsey rail stations were also given spots on the board in place of Marylebone and so on.
The edition was put together by Leeds-based firm John Waddington, which at the time produced and distributed Monopoly in the UK. It proved so popular that sales of the 500 sets raked in more than £18,500 for Coun Carter's Minicom Appeal, to help the deaf communicate on the telephone. At auction one copy went for £1,650.
And following the success of the idea, Waddingtons was besieged by requests to create versions based around other cities. "The firm refused," remembers Coun Carter. "It said the only reason it had made the Leeds edition was because it was based here." But now games company Hasbro holds the rights to Monopoly and it has given the go-ahead to versions based on cities such as Manchester and Edinburgh and overseas capital as well as the county of Yorkshire. 
Although Coun Carter is the proud owner of the original Leeds edition he is also considering snapping up one of the White Rose sets. He said: "It would be nice to have both. There's a lot of scope for interesting places in Yorkshire to be included."
* Buy next week's Yorkshire Evening Post to read your ideas for what should be included on the White Rose version - and see if your suggestion was a winner."

From GO onwards all properties are:

Burmantofts - Sheepscar - City Station - Chapeltown Road - Regent Street - North Street - In Jail - Great George St - Yorkshire Electricity - Woodhouse Lane - Cookridge Street - Crossgate Station - Eastgate - The Calls - Kirkgate - Free Parking - Boar Lane - Wellington Street - City Square - Horsforth Station - Vicar Lane - The Headrow - Yorkshire Water - Briggate - Go to Jail - Albion Street - Lands Lane - Commercial Street - New Pudsey Station - East Parade and Park Row.

B. Since 1986 TRI-AKTIV the Oslo-N  based games manufacturer produced along with the Y.M.C.A. (Young Men's Christian Association, youth hostels) in Bergen-N a board game based upon Monopoly with the aim of raising funds for that association. Local  businesses took adverts on the property spaces, taking care to cover their cost thus leaving the net profits for the YMCA. This project was such a success that the YMCA decided to expand the project nationwide, then Worldwide under the Tri-Aktiv brand name. In 1992, the manufacture was transferred to the Ricken manufacturer in Viborg, Denmark. 
From 1990, Tri-Aktiv continued this format in the Benelux countries. The Lyons and Rotary Clubs based in Holland developed along with local businesses and  their local associations a similar game to that of the YMCA.
Also in 1991, Tri-Aktiv teamed up with the YMCA in Great Britain and introduced the same successful formula that had worked so well on the continent. 19 YMCA's developed the theme. Part way through the involvement, all production was transferred to Ricken. (Some uncertainty with one game 'Sheffield' - possibly made by 'Scope')

The format of the games construction is a plastic encased outer which when unfolded double up as the playing surface and rules. 
Of the 19 versions produced, 16 kept to a similar design: Green or plum background with red or green pips (Exeter has a different shade of green.) The game's title is in a bordered frame on the top surface. There is a copy of the board's playing surface printed at an angle and over the spline of the casing with next to it a small square showing the participating Y.M.C.A.
The design of 3 editions differ: Their background color is black.

The game's contents are kept in a polystyrene tray, that is removed when playing and used for the bank. All the game's contents are produced in a simple manner: 

Edition: Hooked on Hereford
              "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher:YMCA Hereford/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - 1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Sketch of the city: local landmarks, tourist attractions and past-times including the Cathederal, fun fair, stewam train and rowing regattas.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"The City of Hereford and its lovely Cathedral rest on the banks of the River Wye - a river well known for its Salmon - was granted a Charter in 1189 and Hereford still retains its old world charm although the City continues to develop and expand. Hereford along with Gloucester and Worcester, organise Europe's oldest choir festival. It is the birth place of Nell Gwynne, but is better known for its apples and cider than oranges. It's white faced cattle are famous the world over. The YMCA was formed in 1863 and is one of the oldest in the country. There was a break in its service from 1972 through 1988. Plans were drawn up to build a 20 - 30 bed young persons hostel in Hereford in 1992. Hereford and Gloucester YMCA's amalgamated."

Edition: Cornwall Challenge
              "Fun and excitement for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Cornwall/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - 1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Pastel sketch of the Duchy of Cornwall. 

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"Discovering Cornwall. If you want to find Cornwall, the saying goes, just follow the sun! The western land where the sun always sets, is an ancient Kingdom steeped in legend and lore, from King Arthur to the lost paradise of Lyonesse. Enjoying the longest coastline of any English county, studded with Europe's finest beaches, stately homes and gardens the pride of the National Trust, and more precious monuments and heritage sites than anywhere else in the UK, Cornwall is both distinctive and enchanting. There is, quite simply, nowhere like it...... In Cornwall the Y.M.C.A has been  established for over 100 years. It has three associations based in St. Austell, Falmouth and Penzance. They often come together to plan and develop new challenges and fresh opportunities for the young people of Cornwall."

Edition: Bolton Bonanza
              "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Bolton/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - 1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Sketch of the town centre: The four main streets are highlighted with local landmarks including Hall-ith-Wood, the Swan Hotel, Smithhill's and taking centre stage, the magnificent Town Hall.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"The people of Bolton are pleased to present to you this game based around the borough's  award winning town centre with it's superb shopping areas, museums,water place leisure facillity and the nationally acclaimed Octagon theatre. The borough has a fascinating history and architectural heritage including the legacies of Samuel Crompton (spinning) and Lord Leverhulme (soap and landscape design). To the north of the town the West Pennine Moors provide an ideal opportunity for visitors and residents  to enjoy walking and other countryside persuits. The YMCA was formed in Bolton in 1884, moving to it's current location in 1919 where it provides many activities for the local community."

Edition: Exeter Challenge
              "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Exeter/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - 1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: The central picture of the cathedral is surrounded on the four sides with artists impressions from the city. One of which is the riverside frontage.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"Exeter YMCA was one of the first  YMCA's to be formed, in 1848. During its long history it has played a lively role in the city. It was re-established in a new home on St. Davids hill in 1987. Exeter is the natural regional capital of the South-West. The Romans were quick to recognise its strategic position and that remains true to today with a mixture of the thriving commercial centre along with its excellent university. Exeter's great central feature is the great Gothic Cathederal surrounded by architecture of the last 800 years."

Edition: Maiden City Game
             "An exciting new game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Exeter/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - 1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Detailed map of Londonderry with the River Foyle running vertically through the middle. The map is a detailed view of following areas: Rosemount, Bogside, Brandywell and Waterside.

Features of this edition are:

Edition: Taunton Deane Dilemma
              "A exciting game for all the family" - First edition
Publisher: YMCA Taunton/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Apple (Somerset, home of  Cider): Sketches of local landmarks, tourist attractions and past-times including Cricket, Morris dancing, basket weaving and cider making.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"Taunton YMCA was formed in 1855 and in its long history it has seen many improvements in its premises and programmes. In 1975 the YMCA moved to its new home in Liseaux RD. The founder of the YMCA was George Williams who was born in Somerset. He had his idea of a Young Mens Christian Association in 1844."

   

 

Edition: Yeo Valley Challenge   
               "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Clevedon/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Watercolor paintings of Clevedon local landmarks and tourist attractions including Portishead High Street, Clevedon Pier, Cadbury House Country Club and Clevedon Clock Tower.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"Clevedon YMCA was formed in 1924 to meet the needs of the the local youth. The game is full of local detail."

Edition: Plymouth Challenge
             "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Plymouth/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Plymouth waterfront  and park area: The waterfront is drawn in colored inks showing the esplanade, the park area showing the Smeatons Tower and Drakes statue, back to the city itself.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper: 

"Overlooking Plymouth sound which has been described as the finest natural harbour in the world. Plymouth is truly the City on the Waterfront. Plymouth has occupied a unique place in the nation's maritime history since Francis Drake in the 16th century, the departure of the Mayflower carrying the Pilgrim Fathers to the New World and Cook's voyage to discover Australasia. 
Plymouth was substantially rebuilt after the Blitz in 1941 but  many fine examples of its illustrious past remain in the historic Barbican. Plymouth is foremost a naval port and dockyard. Its residents call itself the "uncrowned" capital of the South West. Plymouth YMCA was formed in 1848, its headquarters is in the remodelled Kitto centre in the heart of the city."

Edition: The City of Bath Endeavour              
               "A novel and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Bath/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Bath Coat of Arms: Eight pictures with views of Bath (no titles), including the weir on the Avon and the Crescent.

Story on the wrapper:

"Welcome to Bath. Situated on the banks of the Avon, Bath has been welcoming visitors for two thousand years. Beginning with the Romans, who made use of the hot springs. See the Bath emblem with "AQUAE SULIS". In the 18th century the Georgians visited in their thousands for the 'Waters' leaving the marvellous architecture around the Crescent. Bath is a many time winner of Britain in Bloom and it celebrates with a breadth of culture, museums, shopping and exhibitions. Bath YMCA was formed on the evening of November 9th 1859 at No 19 Green St.. After 5 moves ended up at its present Broad Street premises."

Edition: Cheltenham Challenge
             "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Cheltenham/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: The basic drawing of the town centre is encircled with watercolor pictures of local landmarks including Pittville Lake Bridge, Montpellier Walk, the Pump Room and  the Devil's Chimney.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"Since George lll visited Cheltenham in 1788, the town has developed from a popular Regency Spa, to the focal point of the Cotswolds. Much of Cheltenham's Regency has survied, from the Pump rooms in Pittville to the buildings of the Monpelier.To the Regency has been added a wide range of services and facillities that help to make Cheltenham such a popular town in which to live, or visit. The YMCA dates back to 1855 and is one of the country's longest serving YMCA's.  In the sporting area, Cheltenham and its surrounding area is unrivalled. With Gold cup week, the Annual cricket festival, superb horse and walking country, Cheltenham really does have something to offer everyone."

Edition: Spade town challenge
             "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Lurgan/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Map of Lurgan and its immediate area, showing the local lakes.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"Lurgan YMCA was reinstated in 1988. Lurgan itself is situated on the South shores  of  Lough Neargh, the opposite side to Antrin, which is in the North East of the Irish Isle. It is linked to Northern Ireland's capital, Belfast, by the M1 motorway via Lisburn. This is mentioned because Lisburn is the other Northern Irish YMCA game."

Edition: The Market Square
             "Lisburn's own family game"
Publisher: YMCA Lisburn/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: 4 inset pictures showing the Lisburn Borough Council  Coat of Arms, a night picture of the city centre, an ink drawing of the church spire and campanile and a table of local interests.             

Features of this edition are: 

Story on the wrapper:

"Lisburn YMCA was opened in 1988 to address the local community's needs. Lisburn is located in the Northwest of Northern Ireland, situated on the M1 motorway, which links Belfast the countries capital, to Lurgan."

Edition: The Glousester game
             "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Glousester /Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
This set differs from others of a similar format for its bright, bold colors in the drawings.
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Bold, 3D ariel view of the centre of Gloucester showing the four centre main streets; Eastgate Street,Southgate Street, Westgate Street and Northgate Street.
Sketches of local landmarks, tourist attractions and past-times including the Cathederal, National Waterways museum, Hatton Court and Staverton Airport. 

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"Glousester is one of England's famous ports with origins back to the Roman times. The large Victorian warehouses built for the corn trade still stand. The YMCA was another local branch founded by the organisations founder, Sir George Williams, over 120 years ago. It has seen many changes in its premises in that period. The centre piece of the game highlights the mainfeatures of the city. The Cathederal, its history and glorious architecture. The docklands development and its many museums. For the visitors the historic city is surrounded by its natural beauty with the Cotswolds, Wye valley and the Forest of Dean all within easy travelling distance."

Edition: The Lincoln challenge
             "A new and exciting game for all the family"
Publisher: YMCA Lincoln/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: St George Cross on a shield. Surrounded by a penned montage of 7 buildings in Lincoln with the Cathedral at the top, but also including the famous Lincoln 'Imp'.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"Lincoln is a beautiful city set on a hill, overlooking the unspoilt countryside. It is a city with a rich and chequered history which has experienced times of turmoil and change as well as times of peace and prosperity. Iron Age settlers, the Romans,Anglo-Saxons, the Vikings and the Normans have all visited the city - some more welcome than others! But as a result Lincolns rich heritage is plain to see all around, preserved in historic streets and buildings. Some of Linclons past is exhibited in the Musueum of Lincolnshire Life and the National Cycle Museum." 

Edition: Wimbledon challenge       
              "A new and exciting game for all the family.
                With Special Thanks to The All England Club."
Publisher: YMCA  Wimbledon/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Feint watercolour painting of the Borough of Wimbledon, featuring the major buildings, including the Wimbledom Centre Court.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"The all England Club. Known internationally as 'Wimbledon' and watched each year by many thousands of visitors and television watchers. Formed in 1868, The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club have organised the Championships since 1877 . The original courts are now the playing fields of the Wimbledon Girls School. The final of the first championships attracted a crowd of 200 people, who all paid one shilling (5p or 8 cents) to watch Spencer Gore beat William Marshall. The champion won 12 Guineas and a cup worth 25 Guineas. The first Ladies championships were held in 1884. The YMCA was formed in Wimbledon in 1875 and Sir George Williams, the founder of the YMCA movement, was the first president. From small beginnings the YMCA grew up in Worple Road and moved to the Broadway in 1938. The late Queen Mother opened the current building in 1974, it has been constantly modified and updated and is now equipped to take it into the 21st century."

Edition: Chelmsford challenge
             "A new and exciting game for all the family.
               Main Sponsors - Directa U.K. Ltd."
Publisher: YMCA Chelmsford/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: The town's plan with some pictures of local landmarks.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

""Its great to be involved" is the theme for the Chelmsford YMCA and in playing the Chelmsford Challenge you also are involved with the YMCA management, staff and members of this local asscociation helping the youth of Chelmsford. Chelmsford is the County town of Essex and this thriving YMCA has 1700 members and 2500 people who use the facilities each week. (1991)"

Edition: Sheffield Shares
             "An exciting game for Sheffield people of all ages"
Publisher: YMCA Sheffield/Scope? - Ricken - ±1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
This game takes on a new modern look, but no indication of the manufacture date.
Picture on the lid/centre of board: City outline border infilled with pictures and sketches of  Sheffield's achitecture, leisure and Heritage. Draws heavily on Stainless steel.

Story on the wrapper:

"'Sheffield Shares' design draws heavily from Sheffields industrial heritage, especially stainless steel. But the City Council is keen to promote Sheffield's regeneration with new industrial, commercial and leisure facillities and activities. Sheffield acknowledge the help of Bergen YMCA in Norway in encouraging this games development."

Edition: the Glasgow game
Publisher: YMCA Glasgow/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken -1991
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: 27 white on black graphic illustrations depicting Glasgow architecture.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"At the heart of this thriving city, the YMCA has established itself into one of the most modern and forward thinking organisations in the city. This game is just another unique form of sponsorship for the club. The history of the YMCA in Glasgow dates back to the early 1800's and over the years they have widened their services to include student services. The David Naismith Court accomodating 400 people and Branston Court accomodating 25 people during the Summer."

Edition: The Guildford Game
             "The family game where fortunes are won and lost"
Publisher: YMCA Guildford/Tri-Aktiv - Ricken -2004
Dimensions of the box: 21 x 42 cm
       of the game board: 42 x 45 cm
The game:
Picture on the lid/centre of board: Coat of Arms: 8 watercolor paintings of local landmarks, tourist attractions and past-times.

Features of this edition are:

Story on the wrapper:

"Guildford, the ancient and beautiful county town of Surrey, with many attractive streets and buildings. Guildford's past is seen in it's cobbled High Street and medieval  Guildhall, while Guildford presents a bustling commercial, cultural and educational centre. The cathederal dominates the landscape, while the tranquil River Wey meanders through the  town. Guildford YMCA was formed in 1894 and therefore celebrated its centenary ten years ago. The 'Y' Centre is situated on the banks of the Wey and can accomodate 120 residents. Its amenities include the Forum restaurant and a conference suite. There is also the Warfe Centre, this re-opened in 1992 to house 13 young people in self contained bedsits."

C. The distributor:

Discover Publications (International) Ltd.
Suite 6
24 College Lane,
P.O.Box 646
Gibraltar

published a limited number of opoly-games in the late 1990th and soon afterwards disappeared from the market. These games have no relation whatsoever with the publishers of the regular Monopoly game Waddingtons and Hasbro. 
Sponsors make possible to issue the editions. The property (Business) prices are always the same as those of the game board with the streets of London, so the cheapest Business costs £ 60 and the most expensive one is £ 400. Also the color of their groups are about the same as of the regular Monopoly board.

All of these editions are made according to the same pattern, viz.:

Edition: Dartopoly
              "Dartmouth's Own Board Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1997
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Guernseyopoly
              "Guernsey's Own Board Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1997
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Pooleopoly
              "Poole and Purbeck's Own Board Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1997
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Torbayopoly
            "The Board Game for Torquay, Paignton and Brixham"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1997
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Bourneopoly
              "The Business Trading Game featuring Bournemouth 
                and Christchurch"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1998
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Jerseyonopoly
              "Jersey's Own Board Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1997
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Brightonopoly
              "Brighton and  Hove's Own Board Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1998
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Wightopoly
              "Isle of Wight's Business Trading Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1998
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Aberdeenopoly
              "The Business Trading Game featuring Aberdeen"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1998
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Edinburghopoly
              "Edinburgh's Business Trading Game"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1999
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Invernessopoly
              "The Business Trading Game featuring Inverness"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1999
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Manxopoly
               "The Business Trading Game featuring Isle of Man"
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 1999
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

Edition: Bristolopoly
              "The Business Trading Game featuring Bristol" 
Publisher: Discover Publications (International) Ltd. - 2000
Dimensions of the box: 24.0 x 46.5 cm
The game:
Features of this edition are:

D. The games manufacturer of American origine 

Winning Moves International Ltd.
Lyntonia House
7-9 Praed Street
LONDON W2 1NJ
tel: +0171 262 9696
Web site: http://www.winningmoves.co.uk

market City Games in Europe since 1998. First in Great Britain followed by issues in Germany and various other countries.
It are all socalled "Authorized Opoly Games", i.e. they are manufactured under the approval of and in cooperation with Hasbro. Like with the American City Games a part of the profit has to come from advertisements of local companies and institutes mentioned on the spaces. The streets prices and those of the other properties are always the same as those of the original game board with the streets of London.

All of these editions are made according to the same pattern, viz.:

The price of these games is rather high and amounted to £ 29.95 (€51.70) in 1998 and 1999.

Edition: Birmingham, Ref.No. 048
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1998
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Ted Leydon - UK.

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Monopoly, the great property trading game finds its home in England's second city.  You can now play the classic game with the street names, landmarks and locations which give the city its distinctive character. Birmingham is one of the world's great cities and the capital of central England. Like its motto "Forward", the city moves ahead into the next Millennium with confidence for the future.     
Over the past 10 years Birmingham has re-invented itself to become a major business and leisure tourism destination with a city centre transformed to include public squares, works of art, modern shopping malls and an award winning canal regeneration.  The city is still one of the country's leading manufacturing centres with major companies such as Jaguar, Rover and Cadbury Schweppes all based in Birmingham. Birmingham's event venues are world class and attract over visitors every year for exhibitions, conferences, sport and entertainment.  
The City remains proud of its industrial heritage and looks forward to the future."  

The properties are from Go on:
 
Cannon Hill Park (with logo of same) - Community Chest (with logo of Evening Mail with Colmore Circus) - The Foxyards (with logo of Biffa, www.biffa.co.uk) - Income Tax (generic) - Birmingham International Airport (with logo of same) - The NEC (with logo of same) - Chance (with logo of QXL com) - Bristol Road (with logo of the University of Birmingham) - Centenary Square (with logo of the ICC Birmingham) - In Jail - Edgbaston (with logo of Warwickshire Country Cricket Club) - Electric Company (generic) - St Andrew's Stadium (with logo of Birmingham City Football Club, 1875) - Villa Park (with logo of Aston Villa) - New Street Station - The New BullRing (with logo of same) - Community Chest (generic) - Sutton Colfield (with logo of Beatties Department Store) - Bull Street (with logo of the Stationery Office) - Free Parking - Bournville (with logo of Cadbury's) - Chance (with logo of QXL com) - Union Street (with logo of Puzzler) - High Street (with logo of Waterstone's) - Spaghetti Junction (with automobile silhouette) - Brindley Place (with logo of Capital Gold 1152 AM, Great Times) - Starcity (with logo of Warner Village) - Communications (with logo of Orange) - Broad Street (with logo of 96.4 FM, Brmb - Today's Best Misic) - Go To Jail - Berkley Street (with logo of City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra) - Colmore Row (with logo of Eversheds, Business Lawyers of Europe) - Community Chest (generic) - Longbridge (with logo of Rover) - Snowhill Station - Chance (with logo of QXL com) - Council House Victoria Square (with photo) - Bank Deposit (generic) - Hurst Street (with 2 logos: Birmingham Royal Ballet and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre).

The banknotes have the generic format, with "Birmingham" printed below the middle Monopoly-logo, and above the number denomination. The logo of the Royal Bank of Scotland is under the numbered denomination, bottom middle of banknotes.  

Edition: Manchester, Ref.No. 017
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1998
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Manchester is the liveliest of cities with its exciting, cosmopolitan atmosphere, galleries, theatres, Victorian architecture and sports clubs. Manchester is everyone's kind of city.
With its comprehensive travel links you can speed around from Old Trafford to Granada Studios and from the Museum of Science and Industry to Chinatown.
As the hub of the north of England, Manchester provides easy access by road or rail to surrounding landscapes. Dotted with towns and villages bursting with character, the moor and lake lands offer an alternative way to relax.
With the coming of the Commonwealth Games, Manchester is a city that its people can cherish and its visitors will remember."

The properties are from Go on:

Portland Street - Eccles New Road - Oxford Road Station - Albert Square - Liverpool Road - Eastlands - In Jail - Storm Shelter - Electric Company - Huntsbank - Old Trafford - Piccadilly Station/Railtrack - St. Mary Street - Market Street - Arndale Centre - Free Parking - Prestage Street - Bury New Road - Coronation Street - Manchester Airport - Ringway - Wilmslow Road - Communications (Cable & Wireless) - Victoria - Go To Jail - Barbirolli Square - Garstang Road - Mount Street - Aytoun Street (Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Authority & Executive) - Whitworth Park and Eastgate.

In the set described was just one set of dice as mentioned in the Rules.
The money consists of Monopoly banknotes, issued by The Royal Bank of Scotland.

This set was, like most of the others, "Made in the British Isles".

Edition: Newcastle & Gateshead, Ref.No. 024
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1998
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Famed for its party atmosphere take a stroll down Newcastle's famous Quayside, a mere hop skip and a jump from the monumental 65ft high 'Gateshead Angel' by Turner Prize winner Antony Gormley.
Take a browse in the Gateshead Metro Centre, the largest shopping and leisure complex in Europe then head back into the 'toon' to sample one of Newcastle's most famous exports - Newcastle Brown Ale!
Newcastle and Gateshead are the beloved homes of 'The Geordie Nation'. "
(In the early 19th century the word Geordie (referring to George III and IV) was a term of abuse and was linked with idiocy. In the 19th century the middle class of Newcastle disliked and feared the mining community and they probably used the word Geordie as a term of abuse when they referred to pitmen. When the early Hanoverians passed away Geordie gradually ceased to be an insulting word and eventually was accepted as friendly term when applied not only to pitmen but everyone who lived in this area. - From the 'Geordie Dictionary', by Frank Graham.
Stephen Jardin, a Geordie himself, claimes however: The word Geordie originated through the use of a pitt lamp - a geordie - a model in fact only used by people from Newcastle, hence our association with the term, it had nothing to do with King George nor was it a term intended as an insult.)

The properties are from Go on:

The Wills Building - Acorn Road - Newcastle Airport - Gateshead Angel - Grey's Monument - Tyne Bridge - In Jail - Gateshead Int. Stadium - Electric Company/Carliol House (Northern Electric+Gas) - County Ground - St.James' Park - Newcastle Central GNER (Great North Eastern Railway Ltd.) - Metro Centre - The Haymarket - Leazes Park Road - Free Parking - Quayside - Eldon Square - Tyne Brewery - River Tine (Shields Ferry) -Grainger Street - Stowell Street (China Town) - Gas Company/Market Street (Northern Electric+Gas) - New Bridge Street - Go to Jail - Collingwood Street - Mosley Street - Dean Street - Monument (Metro) - Northumberland Street and Grey Street.

In the set described were 2 sets of dice. For what reason?
The money consists of Monopoly banknotes, issued by The Royal Bank of Scotland.

Edition: Edinburgh, Ref.No. 031
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1998
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"From Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyrood House, the Royal Mile descends the sloping rocky ridge on which the medieval Old Town of Edinburgh was built.
Scotland's story reverbarates through every close and wynd on the historic thoroughfare. Each summer provides a dramatic backdrop to the annual Edinburgh International Festival, the world's largest arts and cultural extravaganza.
The cramped and irregular architecture of the 'Old Town' stands in contrast to the neat symmetry sought by the planners of the eighteenth century 'New Town'.
The city's cherised open spaces, the imposing heights of Arthur's Seat and the gentle panorama of the Pentland Hills combine to create a sense of spaciousness rare in urban areas."

The properties are from Go on:

Shore Place - Barnton Grove - Forth Road Bridge - Lady Stairs Close - Lauriston Castle - Princes St. Gardens - In Jail - Easter Road - Electric Company (British Energy) - Tynecastle Stadium - Murrayfield/Scottish Rugby Union - Haymarket Station - Corstorphine Road - Royal Mile - George Street - Free Parking - Newhaven Harbour - Morningside Road - Penicuik - Edinburgh Airport - Castle Street - Grindlay Street - Communications (Cable & Wireless) - Rose Street /North Lane - Go to Jail - Leith Walk - Rutland Court - St Andrew Square - Waverley Station GNER (Great North Eastern Railway Ltd.) - Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle.

In the set described were 2 sets of dice. For what reason?
The money consists of Monopoly banknotes, issued by the Bank of Scotland.

Edition: Glasgow, Ref.No. 062
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1999
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Glasgow, on the River Clyde has been internationally recognised since the early 18th century with it's trading links, industry, innovation and engineering. Most of the worlds great locomotives and famous ships were built in Glasgow.
Today Glasgow is a vibrant, modern city and a major UK tourist attraction. The city has received many accolades - most notably "European Capital of Culture 1990", "National City of Sport 1995-99" and "UK City of Architecture and Design 1999".
Now the second largest centre for shopping in the UK, the city also has world renowned museums, international sports centres and the largest reference library in Europe.
It comes as no surprise therefore that Glasgow is now one of the most visited cities in the UK."

The properties are from Go on:

Botanic Gardens - Queens Park - St Enoch Underground Station - Richmond Street - Kelvingrove - The Lighthouse - In Jail - Celtic Park - Energy Company "Powergen" - Argyle Street - National Stadium - Queen Street Station - Buchanan Street - Byres Road - Howard Street - Free Parking - Auchentoshan Distillary - Duke Street - Gallowgate - Buchanan Street Bus Station - Bath Street - Sauchiehall Street - Water Works - West Nile Street - Go to Jail - West Regent Street - Charing Cross - Bothwell Street - Central Station - George Square and Pollok Coutry Park.

The money consists of Monopoly banknotes, issued by the Bank of Scotland.

Edition: Yorkshire, Ref.No. 079
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1999
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Ted Leydon - UK.

This edition was introduced to the people by the article published in the Yorkshire Post from 1 Dec.2000, written by Chris Benfield:

"It might take a bit of getting used to, but Yorkshire pride requires that your Boxing Day game of Monopoly includes a Chance card with the instruction Go Directly to Bowers Row.
Bowers Row replaces the Old Kent Road in the new edition of the Yorkshire version of the game, thanks to Biffa Waste Services, who have bought the slot for an advertising space. It is the address of their depot at Woodlesford, between Leeds and Castleford. After it comes Wellington Street, Leeds, the address of Yorkshire Post Newspapers, and than a list of possibly even more famous Yorkshire addresses, such as Elland Road, Ilkley Moor and York Minster (occupying the Mayfair square).
Updates include the replacement of Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough with Bradford's Valley Parade, in the purple section, as a penalty for Wednesday's departure from their Premier League. "We feel we have been sent directly to gaol without passing Go but we are not going to turn on the the waterworks over it," said a club spokesman yesterday.
That decision was down to the manufacturers but other slots have changed hands as a result of the hotly contested bidding for places, which goes into the thousands for the best slots. John Smith's, the brewers, and the Yorkshire Bank are among those who have dropped  off the board, while the Castleford Freeport company, the Heartbeat TV programm and the Hull-based Humbro-Airfix modelling company have put their home addresses on the Monopoly map for the first time.
Monopoly was originally an American game but Waddington's of Leeds made it a British institution with the original London-based board. Since Waddington's sold the copyright to the name, a number of regional editions have been produced. The Yorkshire set should cost about £ 25."

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Monopoly, the great property trading board game finds its home in Yorkshire. You can play the classic game with the street names, landmarks and locations which gives the county its distinctive character.  
When the Romans came to what is now Northern England, in the years after A. D. 70, Yorkshire, with it three Ridings did not exist. It was not until eight hundred  years later that the boundries of Yorkshire were first marked out. 
Yorkshire is the land of the White Rose. The region is served by Britain's fastest rail route, along with International Airports and swift, modern ferry links from Europe.  
Yorkshire is a place to watch classic cricket or sample northern ale. To while away the day on golden beaches. To browse in country bookshops and wander historic cities, among them York - one of the medieval showpieces of Europe.  
Uncrowded, accessable Yorkshire is perfect touring country with space and solitude never too far from the perfect place to stay."

Properties from Go on are: 

Bowers Row, Woodlesford - Wellington Street, Leeds - Halifax Station - Ilkley Moor - Caphouse Colliery, Wakefield - Wilberforce House, Hull - In Jail - Elland Road, Leeds - Energy Company (Yorkshire Electricity) - Valley Parade - Headingley, Leeds - The Humber Bridge - The Hedrow, Leeds - Pagoda House, Harrogate - Sunbridge Road, Bradford - Free Parking - Castleford - High Street, Northallerton - Marfleet, Hull - Leeds Bradford International Airport - Aidensfield - Emmerdale - Communications (Orange) - Coppergate York - Go to Jail - Tadcaster Road York - York Street, Sheffield - Picadilly, Bradford - Doncaster Station - Castle Howard and York Minster.

Edition: Wales Cymru, Ref.No. 086
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -1999
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Ted Leydon - UK.

This is a bilingual game, both in English and Welsh. 
This comes with two Rules booklets, one per language.  

The comment in the English section on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Monopoly, the great property trading board game finds its home in Wales.  You can now play the classic game with the street names, landmarks and locations which the country its distinct identity. Wales is a land of unspoilt natural beauty, where the mountains meet the sea and hills reach accross the land like waves which lap at its 750 mile coastline.  
It has a rich cultural heritage, evident in the lyrical language and the explosive arts scene, as one of Europe's oldest nations advances with new optimism and confidence."

The board is also bilingual - English in black letters and top of each property landing, and the Welsh language in red letters and at the bottom. The title deed cards are strictly in English. The Chance and Community Chest cards are bilingual.

The properties in English from Go are: 

New Inn - Port of Aberystwyth - HolyHead - Brecon Beacons - Pembrokeshire Coast - Snowdonia National Park - In - Sophia Gardens, Cardiff - Electric Company (generic) - The Race Course Wrexham - Millennium Stadium - Cardiff International Airport - Vale Road - Community Chest (Llandudno Junction) - The Quadrant Centre, Swansea - Llanarthne - Free Parking - Southern Snowdonia - Oakwood Pembrokeshire - The Cardiff Brewery - Swansea Station - Pobol y Cwm - Portmeirion - Communications (Orange) - Havannah Street, Cardiff - Go to Jail - Royal Mint - Caerphilly Business Park - Wood Street, Cardiff - Fish Guard - Pembrokeshire St Davids and Caernarvon Castle.

The banknotes are generic, so no sponsorship.  

Edition: Bristol, Ref.No. 038
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2000
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Ted Leydon - UK.

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

" Monopoly comes to Bristol, which for more than 800 years has stood at the crossroads to the south-west. You can play the classic game with the street names, landmarks and locations that are steeped in history.
The newly refurbished Centre brings a new heartbeat to Bristol. Gone are the sailing ships and their attendant bustle, in their place modern architecture and the latest technological developments in the 'At Bristol' complex. The Mall at Cribbs Causeway is one of the most modern and thriving retail areas in England.
Bristol is undoubtedly alive with development and new activity. It is entering the new Millennium thriving and full of expectation for the future."

The properties are from Go on: 

Temple Street - St Andrews Road - International Airport Bristol - Great Western Dock (ss Great Britain) - Bristol Zoo Gardens - Clifton Suspension Bridge - In Jail - The Memorial Stadium - Water Company (Bristol Water) - Ashton Gate - County Ground - Centre (First City Line) - King Street - Broadmead - Lewins Mead - Free Parking - Cribbs Causeway - Denmark Street - Harbourside - Bristol Port - TV Centre Bath Road - Bristol Cathedral - Communications (Orange) - University of Bristol - Go to Jail - Somerset House - Aztec West - Narrow Quay - Bristol Temple Meads - Bristol Old Vic and Anchor Road.  

The banknotes are generic.  

Edition: Lancashire, Ref.No. 045
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -2000
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Ted Leydon - UK.

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Monopoly, the great property trading board game find a welcome home in the colourful county of Lancashire. Now you can play the classic game with the landmarks and locations - from coast to countryside, village to city - which compose Lancashire's unique landscape. A roll of the dice could put you by the seaside in bustling Blackpool or weighing anchor along the dramatic coastline of Flyde and Morecambe Bay. Or maybe you'll find yourself in quaint villages or picturesque market towns where you can enjoy the easygoing hospitality of the locals.  
The right move could find you exploring the great outdoors in the forest of Bowland or the valleys of Ribble and Lune.  Stroll or hike through these areas of outstanding natural beauty with sweeping moorlands, waterways and breathtaking scenery around every corner. Take a chance on the historic cities of Preston, Blackburn and Lancaster or find yourself bewitched by Pendle Hill.
Wherever the game takes you there can be no losers in the edition that celebrates Lancashire, where the warmest welcomes await you."  

The properties from Go onwards are: 

Bamber Bridge - Great Eccleston - Blackpool Airport - Ribble Valley, Clitheroe - Blackpool Pleasure Beach - Deepdale Stadium, Preston - In Jail - Elwood Park, Blackburn - Electric Company (generic) - Reebok Stadium, Bolton - JJB Stadium Wigan - Bolton Street Station, Bury (East Lancashire Railway) - St James Street, Burnley - Avroe Crescent, Blackpool - Whalley - Free Parking - Mallison Street, Bolton - Fleetwood - Baxenden - Lancaster Canal - Bromley Cross, Bolton - Rochele (Gracie Fields Theatre) - Communications (Orange) - Market Square, Preston (Harris Museum & Art Gallery) - Go to Jail - Lord Street, Southport - South King Street, Blackpool - Richmond Terrace, Blackburn - Leyland - Blackpool Tower & Circus and Lancaster Castle.

The banknotes are printed in the generic format with "Lancashire Edition" written in the lower middle.

Edition: Northern Ireland, Ref.Nr. 021
Publisher:Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -2000
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties from Go onwards are: 

Hillview House, Newtownabbey (Service & Systems Solutions/ www.sx3.com) - Donegall Place, Belfast (vodafone) - Belfast International Airport - Head Road, Kilkeel - Rowallane Saintfield (The National Trust) - Antrim Road, Belfast (Belfast Zoo) - In Jail / Just Visiting - Upper Malone Road, Belfast (Sports Council Northern Ireland) - Natural Gas Company (Phoenix Natural Gas) - Castlereagh (??? International Ice Bowl) - Castlereagh (??? International Ice Bowl) - Larne Harbour - The Quays, Newry (The Quays Newry Shopping & Leisure) - Lisburn Road, Belfast (Winemark Wine Merchant) - Bow Street, Lisburn (Eason) - Free Parking - Irwin's Bakery Co., Armagh (Irwin's The Family Baker) - Boucher Road, Belfast (Toyota) - Moira Road, Lisburn (Pure & Natural McKinney's The  Sugar People/Northern Ireland's Most Popular Sugar) - Belfast City Airport (www.belfastcityairport.com) - Lanyon Place, Belfast (Belfast Waterfront ????), Botanic Adventure, Belfast (The Belfast Empire) - Disc Drives Company (Seagate) - Victoria Street, Belfast (Marco Polo at the McCausland) - Go to Jail - Russell Court, Belfast (The GCAS Group) - Upper Crescent, Belfast (Kains) - Great Victoria Street, Belfast (PriceWaterhouseCoopers) - Belfast Central Station (Enterprise) - Belfast City Hall (Belfast City Council) and Giant's Causeway.

(See for the Irish edition chapter Ireland.)

Edition: Chester & Cheshire, Ref.No. 253
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2001
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties are from Go on:

Wrexham Road, Chester (Grosvenor Garden Centre) - Risley Biffa (www.biffa.co.uk) - Chester Station - Quarry Bank Mill - Chester Amphitheatre Trust - Chester Zoo (www.chesterzoo.org) - In Jail - Chester Racecourse - Telecommunications (One.Tel - www.onetel.co.uk) - Oulton Park - Heywood Road Sale (Sale Sharks) - Wilmslow Station - Whitchurch Road, Nantwich (Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker) - Lyme Park - Tatton Park - Free Parking - Watergate Street, Chester (Cheshire Cat Purr-ductions) - High Street Crewe (Chronicle Newspapers) - Alderley Edge - Crewe Station - Jodrell Bank Observatory - Mersey Road Widnes (Catalyst Science Discovery Centre) - Water Works -Bridge Street, Chester (???Grosvenor) - Go To Jail - Roe Street, Macclesfield (Heritage Centre) - Ellesmere Port (Vauxhall - www.vauxhall.co.uk) - Alderley Road, Wilmslow (Royal London) - Stockport Station - Eastgate, Chester (The Chester Grosvenor) and Chester Cathedral.

Edition: Oxford, Ref.No. 258
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2001
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties are from Go on:

Wolvercote (The Tuna (Pub)) - St. Giles (Horse and Jockey (Pub)) - Oxford Station - St. Aldates (museum of Oxford) - Cornmarket - St. Michael At The Northgate - In Jail - The Kassam Stadium (Oxford United) - Telecommunications (One.Tel - www.onetel.co.uk) - The Parks (Cricket) - Iffley Road (Athletics) - Pear Tree (Park & Ride( Bus)) - Cowley (Templars Square)- Market Street (The Covered Market, Oxford) - The Clarendon Centre- Free Parking - Broad Street (Blackwell's - www.blackwell's.co.uk) - Great Clarendon Street (Oxford English Dictionary) - St. Thomas' Street (Morrells of Oxford Limited (Pubs To Be Proud Of)) - Folly Bridge (Salter Bros. Ltd. Thames Passenger Boats, canal boat) - Walton Street (Phoenix Picture House - www.picturehouse-cinemas.co.uk) - High Street (QUOD Restaurant & Bar) - Waste Services (Biffa - www.biffa.co.uk) - Banbury Road (95.2fm BBC Radio Oxford) - Go to Jail - Oxpens Road (Oxford College of Further Education) - Oxpens Road (Oxford College of Further Education) - University of Oxford - Gloucester Green (the Oxford Express (blue/yellow bus) - The Randolph Hotel (Heritage Hotels) and Ashmolean Museum (The Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archeology).  

Edition: Essex, Ref.No. 260
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2001
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties of this edition are from Go onwards: 

Rawreth Lane, Basildon - County Hall, Chelmsford - Harwich Port - Audley End House Saffron Walden - Mountfitchet Castle, Stansted - Layer Marney Tower - In Jail - Roots Hall Stadium, Southend - Telecommunications - Layer Road, Colchester - The County Ground, Chelmsford - Queen Elizabeth II Bridge - The Brewery, Romford - The Meadows, Chelmsford - Thurrock - Free Parking - Tiptree - Waterhouse Lane, Chelmsford - High Road, Chigwell  - Stansted Airport - Hylands Estate, Chelmsford - Copped Hall, Epping - Water Works - Hartford End, Chelmsford - Go to Jail - Colchester Road, Harold Wood - The Drive, Brentwood - Langston Road, Loughton - Clacton Station - Castle Park, Colchester and Southend Pier.  

Edition: Cornwall, Ref.No. 259
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2001
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties of this edition are from Go onwards: 

Looe - Poniou Way, Penzance - St. Ives (Railway) - Lanhydrock House - TinTagel Castle - Hogh Cross, Truro - In Jail - St. Mellion Golf Club - Telecommunications - Recreation Ground, Redruth - Recreation Ground, Redruth - Newquay Airport - Fore Street , Bodmin - Pydar Street, Truro - Arwenack Street, Falmouth - Free Parking - Coverack, Helston - Callington - Penhallow, Truro  - Tresco The Scilly Isles (Ship) - Fistral Beach, Newquay - Porthcunro - Water Works - Alverton Manor Hotel, Truro- Go to Jail - Prideaux Place, Padstow - Trevarno Estate Gardens, Helston - National Maritime Museum, Cornwall - Land's End (Ship) - St Michael's Mount and Eden Project.  

Edition: Liverpool, Ref.No. 093    
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -2001
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Ted Leydon - UK.

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Monopoly, the great property trading board game finds its home in the most charismatic city in the north-west England. You can play the classic game in the street names, landmarks and locations which give the city the style and unique appeal.
From the river banks of the Mersey grew a 13th century medieval town, which prospered through sea trade into the world city it is today. Liverpool's legacy as a thriving port, can still be seen in its magnificent architecture. The 'Three Graces' on the riverfront overlook the 18th century Town Hall on Water Street. From Albert Dock take a walk into the heart of the city - see the splendid neo-classical St Georges Hall or the two cathedrals sitting proud at either end of Hope Street.  
Today, Liverpool's heart is beating fast with the focus on the new millennium. It is alive with development and activity. In tune with its vision to be premier European city, Liverpool has made a confident bid to become the European Capital of Culture in 2008, following the 800th birthday the previous year. It is truly a city for all seasons."  

The properties from Go are: 

Wavetree Road - Community Chest - Hackins Hey - Income Tax - Lime Street Station - William Brown Street - Chance - Lime Street - Britannia Vaults - Jail - Anfield - Energy Company (Powergen's logo) - Goodison Park - Aintree Racecourse - Liverpool Airport - St George's Way - Community Chest - St John's Shopping Centre - Ranlagh Street - Free Parking - Peir Head - Chance - Sir John Moores Building - Tarleton Street - Mersey Ferry - Albert Dock - Hope Street - Communications (Marconi Communications, Edge Lane) - Mathew Street - Go to Jail - Whitechapel - Old Hall Street - Community Chest - Water Street - Paradise Street Bus Station - Chance - High Street - Bank Deposit and Royal Liver Building.  

The banknotes are generic with the word "Liverpool" written on the bottom central of the notes.

Edition: Scotland, Limited Edition, Ref.No. 254  
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro Inc. - 2001
Dimensions of the box: 27.0 x 40.3 x 6.5 cm
The game:
This edition is in my own collection. I got it as a souvenir after my son and his girlfriend spent their holydays in this rainy and mosquito stricken country, where he posed his marriage proposal on top the Ben Nevis, UK's highest mountain in July 2002.  

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Monopoly, the world famous property trading board game now finds its home in the historical land of Scotland. Scotland is, quite simply, a wonderfully rewarding and diverse country, encompassing everything from the rolling countryside of the Borders to the wild and weather-beaten islands that arc around its west and norh coasts.
The roots of Scottish History began with the Celts, Scotland's first people and their culture. There followed centuries of kingdoms and struggles for power, leading through the turbulent years of Mary Queen of Scots, the Calvinistic legacy of John Knox to the bitterness of defeat at the hands of the English Invaders.
Scotland then entered an age of industry, which gave the world many major inventions, such as the telephone, the television, Tarmacadam, Chloroform and of course, golf!
Scotland is not just about hills and glens, whiskey and tartan. Her castles, monuments and landscape are the envy of the world."

The properties from Go are: 

Aberdeen (Beach Ballroom Aberdeen) - Community Chest (MFR (www.mfr.co.uk)) - Trossachs (www.twoevents.co.uk) - Insurance Premium (Direct Line Mortgage Life Cover) - Forth Railway Bridge - Dumfries (Robert Burnes House) - Chance (Scottish Racing (www.scottishracing.co.uk)) - Dundee (H. M. S. Discovery Dundee) - South Queensferry - Jail - Celtic Park - Utilities (Powergen) - Ibrox Stadium (Rangers Football Club) - Murrayfield - Edinburgh Airport (british midland bmi) - Inverness (Loch Ness Hotel & Visitors Centre) - Community Chest (Grampian TV) - Edinburgh (Edinburgh International Festival) - Cairngorm Mountains (Ski Scotland) - Free Parking - Loanhead Edinburgh (Macsween Haggis) - Chance (Scottish Racing) - Westertown Farm Aberdeenshire (Mackie's of Scotland Ice Cream (www.mackies.co.uk)) - Aberlour-On-Spey Speyside (Walkers Shortbread) - West Highland Railway/ Fort William - Mallaig - Strathclyde Country Park (Scotland's Theme Park) - Wick (Caithness Glass) - Water Works - Easter Elchies Speyside (The Macallan Single Highland Malt Scotch Whiskey) - Go to Jail - Stirling (National Wallace Monument) - Edinburgh Castle (Edinburgh Tattoo) - Community Chest (The Herald) - Braemar (Highland Gathering) - Lerwick (boat) - Chance (Scottish Racing) - St. Andrew's (The Royal & Ancient Golf Club) - Bank Deposit (Abbey National) and Balmoral.  

The banknotes have the generic format, with "Scotland" printed below the middle Monopoly-logo and on top the denomination. The name of Abby National is under the denomination. The bundle of banknotes has the ref.nr. 100 64535 0470.
The Banker's tray is made of one piece of dark blue plastic.  
Both dice are red with gold pips.

Edition: Nottingham, Ref.No. 256
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2003
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties of this edition are from Go onwards: 

Colwick (Biffa - www.biffa.co.uk) - Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire (Robin Hood Country) - Nottingham Station  (Central Trains) - Robin Hood Statue - Wollaton Hall - The Council House - In Jail - Meadow Lane (Notts County FC) - Telecommunications (One.Tel - www.onetel.co.uk) - The City Ground (Nottingham Forest) - Trent Bridge, Notts - Broad Marsh Bus Station - Holme Pierrepont (National Water Sports Centre) - Lower Parliament Street (The National Ice Centre) - The Victoria Centre - Free Parking - Kimberley Brewery (Hardys & Hansons p.l.c. brewers of Kimberley Ales) - Hockley ( guppi - www.guppimedia.com) - Long Row (Going Places)  - River Trent (boat) - Brewhouse Yard - Talbot Street (Rock City) - Utilities (Powergen) - Wollaton Street (Moat House Hotels - Nottingham Royal) - Go to Jail - University Boulevard (The University of Nottingham) - High Pavement (Galleries of Justice) - The Lace Market (Lace Market Centre) - East Midlands Airport - Theatre Square (Theatre Royal Nottingham) and Nottingham Castle.  

Edition: Leicestershire, Ref.No. 114
Publisher: Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2003
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The properties of this edition are from Go onwards: 

Hodds Close, Leicester  (Biffa - www.biffa.co.uk) - The National Forest - The Great Central Railway - Bosworth Battlefield - Beacon Hill - Market Harborough (Rockingham Castle) - In Jail / Just Visiting - Grace Road, Leicester (Leicestershire County Cricket Club) - Transport  (Cobley Transport) - Walkers Stadium, Leicester - Welford Road, Leicester (Leicester Tigers) - Donington Park (bike) - Fosse Park, Leicester - Leicester Market - High Street, Leicester (Dominoes Toys) - Free Parking - Castle Donnington (East Midlands Airport) - City Campus, Leicester (DeMontfort University) - Gallowtree Gate, Leicester (Going Places)  - Foxton Locks (boat) - Charles Street, Leicester (BBC Radio Leicester 104.9FM) - Belgrave Road, Leicester (LABA) - Broadcaster (105.4FM Leicester Sound) - Belvoir Castle - Go to Jail - Loughborough (Loughborough University) - Loughborough (Loughborough University) - Melton Mowbray (Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe) - Grand Union Canal (boat) - Bradgate Park and Exploration Drive, Leicester (?? Space ??).  

Other editions issued by Winning Moves in the period 1998 till 2004 are:

Edition: Monopoly Yn Gymraeg, b.c.nr.009461
Publisher: Winning Moves - Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru Welsh Books Council - 2007
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This edition is owned by David Miller - UK.
It is, like the early Welsh issue "Wales Cymru" from 1999, bilingual game, both English and Welsh. 

A press release, issued in November 2007 by Welsh Books Council, introduces this interesting edition as follows:

"Cardiff Bay replaces Mayfair in Welsh-language Monopoly
Some of London's main streets are familiar to a host of children and adults through the Monopoly board game, with almost everyone recognising the names of Mayfair, Park Lane and Bond Street.
This Christmas, the towns and cities of Wales will become equally as familiar, with a new Welsh-language version of the game. Cardiff Bay will replace Mayfair and the Menai Straits will take over from Park Lane.
In welcoming the new Welsh-language version, Rhodri Glyn Thomas, Minister for Heritage, said: 'We are extremely pleased that the Books Council have been able to support the Welsh-language Monopoly and its success will not only bring pleasure to many this Christmas, but will also enable families across Wales to play this popular board game through the medium of Welsh.'
Winning Moves, who have produced a number of versions of the popular board game based on different regions of Britain, are pleased to add a distinctive Welsh-language version to the collection, with the players winning or losing their fortune as they travel the length and breadth of Wales.
The company invited the Books Council to assist them in selecting appropriate names for the game board, and the Council sought the assistance of the leading language expert D. Geraint Lewis, who has published numerous dictionaries and grammar books.
'We were delighted to be able to work with Winning Moves to produce the Welsh-language version of this popular board game,' said Gwerfyl Pierce Jones, Director of the Welsh Books Council.
'The Welsh-language version of Scrabble proved to be a best-seller and we are sure that Monopoly yn Gymraeg (Monopoly in Welsh) will have similar success amongst Welsh speakers and Welsh learners of all ages. The whole process was a most pleasing challenge and D. Geraint Lewis's contribution as a consultant was a key factor in ensuring that the game reflected all the different regions of Wales.'
A set of both English- and Welsh-language rules are included with each game, to assist Welsh learners.
D. Geraint Lewis added: 'Nothing gives me more pleasure than seeing people playing board games through the medium of Welsh, and to know that these games are of the highest quality.'"

From EWCH the properties are:

Cwm-sgwt ("Any town") Uchaf - Cist y gymuned (Community Chest) - Cwm-sgwt ("Any town") Isaf - Treth incwm (Income tax) - Pont Menai (Menai Suspension Bridge) - Cwm Rhondda - Siawns (Chance) - Blaenau Ffestiniog - Caergybi (Holyhead) - Yn i Carchar (In Jail) - Y Trallwng (Welshpool) - Dinorwig - Y Bala - Y Fenni (Abergavenny) - Pont Hafren (Severn Bridge) - Aberhonddu (Brecon) - Caernarfon - Caerfyrddin (Carmarthen) - Parcio di-dâl (Free Parking) - Beddgelert - Talacharn (Laugharne) - Llangollen - Pont Cleddau - Aberystwyth - Llandudno - Llyn Brianne (Water Works) - Penarth- Ewch i'r Carchar (Go to Jail) - Bro Morgannwg (Vale of Glamorgan) - Pen Lly–n (Lleyn Peninsula) - Cist y gymuned ( Community Chest) - Penrhyn Gw–yr (Gower)- Pontcysyllte - Siawns (Chance) - Glannau¹r Fenai (Menai Straits) - Treth y cyngor (Super Tax) and Bae Caerdydd (Cardiff Bay).  
 
It was Scarlet Jones, from Aberystwyth, who gave the translation of Cwm-sgwt. She also told me the game contains a Community Chest card that allows you to win £100 from entering a winning poem in the Eisteddfod (a music festival/competion) or from winning the crossword in the "Papur Bro", a small community newspaper which is quite common in Wales. 
However, I suppose this opportunity will only be valid in a restricted period?

The price of this edition is £24.99.

UNIVERSITY GAMES

Edition: University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Ref.Nr. 264
Publisher:  Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro - 2001
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"Famed for its excellent academic reputation, start your journey at Castle Leazes Halls, take a stroll through the Quadrangle before popping into the Armstrong Building, and on to the King's Hall.
As well as being a superb place to live and study, Newcastle has also won the reputation as one of the top places in the world to let your hair down, rubbing shoulders with New Orleans, Amsterdam and Rio de Janeiro. This is obviously due to the people of Newcastle itself, who know a thing or two about throwing a party - especially in term time!" 

The properties of this edition are from Go onwards: 

Castle Leazes Halls - Community Chest (www.prospects.cac.uk) - Henderson Hall - Income Tax - Gateshead Angel (Angel of the North Gateshead) - Union Society - Chance (student mobiles) - Bigg Market (Newcastle Brown Ale) - Quayside - In Jail / Just Visiting - Athletic Union - Careers Service (Nuecastel University careers service) - Cochrane Park - Close House - Tyne Bridge - Claremont Tower - Community Chest ( www.prospects.cac.uk) - Daysh Building - Merz Court - Free Parking - Old Library - Chance (student mobiles) - Percy Building - Medical School - Grey's Monument - Playhouse Theatre - Center For Life - Alumni Association - Hatton Gallery - Go to Jail - King George VI Building - Armstrong Building - Community Chest ( www.prospects.cac.uk) - The Quad - Central Station - Chance (student mobiles) - Robinson Library - Bank Deposit and King's Hall.  

Edition: University of Leeds, Ref.Nr. 643
Publisher:  Winning Moves Int. Ltd./Hasbro -2002
Dimensions of the box: 26.8 x 40.1 x 5.3 cm
The game:
This set is from the collection of Matthew Horton - UK.

The comment on the bottom of this edition reads:

"The University of Leeds is one of the largest and most successful in the country, with a long-established international reputation for the high standard of its teaching and research. The origines of the University lie in the Yorkshire Technical College and the Leeds Medical School both of which were founded in the nineteenth century, the University received its charter in 1904.
The University is well known for its warm and friendly atmosphere and is consistently one of the most popular among students applying for undergraduate courses. The largest community of more than 28,000 students means there are plenty of opportunities to follow social, cultural and sporting interests, as well as taking advantage of Leeds' legendary nightlife. The University has strong international networks and students from more than 100 countries study on campus. Leeds graduates occupy senior positions in all areas of the economy, government and the arts all over the world.
Leeds is a cosmopolitan city that is fast becoming a leading European financial and commercial centre. With 2.2 million people within a half-hour drive of the city centre, it has been called 'a European metropolis for the twenty-first century' by the Financial Times. The Virgin Alternative Guide to British Universities places Leeds high on its list as a student city. Our students like the city so much that many of them stay here to live after graduation."

The properties from Go are: 

Henry Price Flats - Community Chest - Bodington Hall - Income Tax - Civic Hall - The Original Oak - Chance - The Refectory - The Old Bar - In Jail /Just Visiting - Sports Centre - Careers Centre - St. George's Field - The Union - Kirkgate Market - Geography - Community Chest - Roger Stevens Building - Michael Sadler Building - Free Parking - Medical School - Chance - Mechanical Engineering - EC Stoner Building - Town Hall - Headingley Stadium - Corn Exchange - Alumni Office/ (www.leeds.ac.uk/alumn) - Hyde Park Cinema - Go to Jail - Leeds University Business School - Bretton Hall Campus - Community Chest - Brotherton Library - Leeds Train Station - Chance - Parkinson Building - Bank Deposit/(Abbey National) and In UKP.