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This famous industrialist established the ironworks at Coalbrookedale in 1709

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This Day in British History

13 February, 1689

William and Mary jointly crowned monarchs of England

Only the previous day Parliament declared a Declaration of Rights, making James II's constitutional reforms illegal

Monarch Mayhem

This king's men brought the Stone of Scone to London, where it stayed beneath the coronation chair for almost 7 centuries

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Accommodation

Cornwall

Adelin Lodge

Padstow
Self catering cottage

Open-plan sitting room with dining area. Well-equipped kitchen with door to patio. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room/WC. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower attachment). more >>
Sleeps 4

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Cornwall

Willow Cottage

Lostwithiel
Self catering cottage

Willow Cottage in the town of Lostwithiel sleeps four and has two bedrooms, which makes it ideal for a family getaway. more >>
Sleeps 4

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Falmouth (Hotel)

Royal Duchy Hotel

Set in its own gardens overlooking Falmouth Bay and less than 400 yards from sandy Gyllyngvase Beach, the four star Royal Duchy is also just a short walk from the town centre. As well as enjoying an ideal location, the Royal Duchy has a heated indoor swimming pool. The restaurant … more >>

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Penzance (Hotel)

Queens Hotel

The Queens Hotel is a family run Victorian property that boasts one of the most stunning positions in Cornwall. Situated on the promenade in Penzance, the Queens Hotel commands striking panoramic views across St Michaels Mount, the Lizard Peninsula and out to sea. This picturesque spot is ideal for a … more >>