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This Day in British History

13 February, 1689

William and Mary jointly crowned monarchs of England

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This monarch was second in line to the throne until the untimely death of his brother, the Duke of Clarence

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Gloucestershire

Jay Barn

Stow-on-the-Wold
Self catering cottage

Spacious open plan living/dining room with wood burner. Large well equipped kitchen. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Gallery overlooking the living room. Gallery with twin beds (for … more >>
Sleeps 8

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The Granary

Chipping Campden
Self catering cottage

Open plan sitting room with wood burner and flagstone floor with rugs leading to dining area and modern kitchen. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite … more >>
Sleeps 4

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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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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 >>