Saxon carving, Broadwell, Gloucestershire

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This king of Wessex followed his father, Alfred the Great, to the throne

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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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This queen was married at 11 to the Holy Roman Emperor, Henry V

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Gloucestershire

Fox Cottage

Chipping Sodbury
Self catering cottage

Spacious comfortable beamed sitting/dining room with sofa bed (for + 2) and French doors to patio and garden. Well equipped kitchen. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Double … more >>
Sleeps 6

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Hoolet

Awre
Self catering cottage

Two idyllic holiday cottages in a peaceful, rural location on the Severn estuary next to the Forest of Dean. These well equipped, environmentally-friendly cottages … more >>
Sleeps 2

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Winterbourne (Hotel)

Ramada Grange nr Bristol

Exuding an elegant charm the Ramada Bristol North, The Grange hotel is set in 18 acres of tranquil gardens. The unique setting of the 19th century hotel offers guests a peaceful country manor retreat within easy reach of the vibrant buzz of the city. Just 5 miles from … 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 >>