Photo of the medieval cross head, Ashleworth Preaching Cross

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This Chancellor of England was named Archbishop of Canterbury by Richard II, who then banished him. He returned when Henry IV deposed Richard.

Clue

This Day in British History

25 May, 1659

Richard Cromwell resigns

Oliver Cromwell's son and heir paves the way for Restoration of the Monarchy

Monarch Mayhem

This king met Francis I of France at the Field of the Cloth of Gold

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Accommodation

Gloucestershire

Broadridge Mews

Cranham
Self catering cottage

This first floor mews cottage is located 2 miles from the village of Cranham near to Gloucester and can sleep four people in one bedroom. more >>
Sleeps 4

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Gloucestershire

The Warren

Stow-on-the-Wold
Self catering cottage

Entrance to spacious open plan sitting room with dining area and well equipped kitchen. Wet room/WC with wheelchair access. Double bedroom with TV. First floor: … more >>
Sleeps 6

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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 >>