Haddon Hall Photo, main entrance

HISTORY CORNER

Name the Historic attraction

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This writer, politician, and philosopher is best known for 'Novum Organum', and his 'Essays', published in 1597 and 1625

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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 monarch died at Pontefract Castle in Yorkshire, in early 1400, probably of starvation

Clue

Accommodation

Derbyshire

Rowan Tree Cottage

Old Glossop
Self catering cottage

This enchanting stone-built detached cottage is situated in the grounds of the owner’s home and sleeps two people. more >>
Sleeps 2

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Derbyshire

East Cawlow Barn

Hulme End
Self catering cottage

This stone built cottage is located on the outskirts of the Peak District village of Hulme End, within driving distance to Buxton and sleeps four … more >>
Sleeps 4

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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 >>