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British History Quiz

The first Hanoverian monarch of England, he spoke no English and relinquished political control to a Prime Minister, Robert Walpole

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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 madness led to a Regency headed by his son, George (and to a popular modern film!)

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Accommodation

Derbyshire

Garden Cottage

Sparrowpit
Self catering cottage

Ideal for a romantic break on a working farm, this semi detached barn conversion near Sparrowpit has a double bedroom and lovely views. more >>
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Derbyshire

Elder Bank

Bradwell
Self catering cottage

This stone built, end of terrace cottage sleeps two people in the village of Bradwell near to Buxton in the Peak District National Park. more >>
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Kegworth (Hotel)

Kegworth Whitehouse Hotel

An ideal base for all Derby, Nottingham and Leicester attractions, as well as Alton Towers and the Peak District. East Midlands Airport and Donnington Park are minutes away. This modern hotel has a leisure club with indoor pool, sauna, solarium and gym. All 79 bedrooms are well appointed and the … more >>

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Derby (Hotel)

Risley Hall Hotel

Risley Hall boasts 10 acres of private landscaped grounds, an 11th Century Country House for fine dining, deluxe bedrooms, a relaxing health spa and exceptional service. Accommodation comprises 16 manor house rooms and 19 luxury suites, all with en-suite facilities and 24-hour room service; all have satellite television and tea … more >>