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This national celebration marked the centenery of the 1851 Great Exhibition

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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 English king lost the Battle of Bannockburn to Robert the Bruce

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Accommodation

Gloucestershire

Ingleside

Westbury-on-Severn
Self catering cottage

This large detached cottage is located in the small village of Adsett near to the Forest of Dean and can sleep fourteen people in six … more >>
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Gloucestershire

Stable Cottage

Stroud
Self catering cottage

Stable 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 2

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Thornbury (Hotel)

Thornbury Castle

This Tudor castle stands serenely in 15 acres offering views of the Severn Estuary and the hills of South Gloucestershire and Wales. Fine old panelling, tapestries and paintings enrich the interior. There are 25 restored bedrooms, most overlooking the vineyard or the oldest Tudor garden in England. more >>

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Chipping Campden (Hotel)

Charingworth Manor

Charingworth Manor is situated in delightful gardens on a large private estate in the beautiful rolling Cotswolds countryside. The hotel is ideally situated for exploring the surrounding area including Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle, Banbury and Broadway. All bedrooms are individually designed and recently refurbished with tea and coffee making facilities in … more >>