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This leader of the Liberal party served as Prime Minister from 1908-1916

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This Day in British History

21 May, 1471

Henry VI killed at Tower of London

Henry's murder neatly coincided with the triumphant arrival in London of Edward of York (soon to become Edward IV)

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This king of England died in exile in France in 1701

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Oxfordshire

The Chapel

Westcote Barton
Self catering cottage

Open plan sitting/dining/kitchen area. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room/WC. more >>
Sleeps 2

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Oxfordshire

The Coach House

Highworth
Self catering cottage

This converted Grade II Listed stone coach house is set in beautiful gardens and the surrounding countryside of the Vale of the White Horse. Well … more >>
Sleeps 5

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Oxford (Hotel)

Macdonald The Randolph Hotel

The Randolph is an Oxford institution. Situated directly opposite the world-famous Ashmolean Museum in the heart of historic Oxford, the Randolph offers 5 star accommodation in over 150 rooms, each impeccably furnished. The Randolph is featured in the popular Inspector Morse series of detective novels, and this connection is recalled in the Morse Bar. Stay in an Oxford treasure, The Randolph Hotel. more >>

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Steeple Aston (Hotel)

The Holt Hotel

With 86 rooms, all en suite, and car parking for over 200 cars The Holt Hotel has nurtured its reputation as propably the best value property for miles around.Our only concern is you, the customer, your comfort and satisfaction and for those reasons alone, we look forward to welcoming you … more >>