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British History Quiz

This wandering priest was leader of the Peasant's Revolt of 1381. He made famous the rhyming couplet, 'When Adam delved and Eve span, who was then the gentleman'

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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 child king came to throne at the age of 12, but probably died in the Tower of London two years later

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Gloucestershire

Rookery Barn

St Briavels
Self catering cottage

Hall. Spacious sitting room with wood burner in stone fireplace and doors to patio and sheltered courtyard. Shower room/WC. Modern fitted kitchen with dining area. … more >>
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Gloucestershire

Ellmar

Cinderford
Self catering cottage

This detached cottage is located in the village of Ruardean Hill in Gloucestershire and can sleep four people in two bedrooms. more >>
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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 >>