Picture of Ampney St Mary parish church, Gloucestershire

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This king of Mercia built an immense earthwork stretching the length of the current Welsh border

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This Day in British History

14 February, 1478

Duke of Clarence murdered in Tower of London

George, Duke of Clarence, brother of Edward IV, was reputedly drowned in a vat of Malmsey wine

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He was married to Princess Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen

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Accommodation

Gloucestershire

Mellow Farm Lodge

Redmarley D Abitot
Self catering cottage

Open plan sitting/dining room with wood burner and well equipped kitchen. Spacious double bedroom with zip and link bed (twins by arr) and ensuite bathroom/WC … more >>
Sleeps 6

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Gloucestershire

Parlour Cottage

Stroud
Self catering cottage

Parlour cottage is located on a unique and historic site. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside which is depicted in many of the works by … more >>
Sleeps 8

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Cirencester (Hotel)

Corinium Hotel & Restaurant

Situated in one of Cirencester's oldest streets, this delightful, privately owned hotel and restaurant boasts an oasis of tranquility and just five minutes walk from the town centre. Located in the Capital of the Cotswolds, the Corinium dates back to the 16th century and provides 15 individual bedrooms, a locally … more >>

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Cirencester (Hotel)

Best Western Stratton House Hotel

The Stratton House is a country hotel near Cirencester, located amidst beautiful Gloucestershire countryside within easy reach of the Cotswolds. It was originally built as a private house in the 17th century for the Masters family, who were prominent in the Gloucestershire wool trade. One of the more imposing country … more >>