Durham Cathedral floor plan

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King of Wessex and Mercia from 925, King of England from 926

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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

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This queen was executed after a long imprisonment by order of Elizabeth I

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Accommodation

County Durham

2 Croft Head Cottages

Middleton-in-Teesdale
Self catering cottage

Sleeping two people in one bedroom, this cosy maisonette is set amidst lovely Dales countryside a mile from Middleton-in-Teesdale. more >>
Sleeps 2

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County Durham

Old Farmhouse Cottage

Stanhope
Self catering cottage

Spacious kitchen/dining room. Four steps leading to sitting room with wood burning stove beams and wonderful views. Twin bedded room. Shower room/WC. First floor: Double … more >>
Sleeps 6

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Darlington (Hotel)

St George Hotel and 15 days parking

The St George Hotel is one of Durham and Teesside's finest hotels. There are 59 tastefully decorated guest rooms and a fully licensed restaurant and bar offering English and Continental cuisine. Conveniently located for Durham Tees Valley airport and within easy reach of Durham and the North Yorkshire Moors, the … more >>

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