Photos of medieval wall painting, Bloxham, Oxfordshire

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This king of Mercia built an immense earthwork stretching the length of the current Welsh border

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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

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This king abdicated the throne on 11 December, 1936, before he had officially been crowned

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Oxfordshire

Tolkien Cottage

Didcot
Self catering cottage

Tolkien Cottage is a newly renovated two bedroom ground floor cottage containing two twin bedrooms. The beds in the main bedroom can be joined to … more >>
Sleeps 6

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Oxfordshire

Honeywick

Brailes
Self catering cottage

This ground floor cottage is located in the village of Brailes in Oxfordshire and can sleep eight people in three bedrooms. more >>
Sleeps 8

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Banbury (Hotel)

Cromwell Lodge Hotel

The centrally located Cromwell Lodge is a majestic old building combining the spirit of the 17th century with all the modern day comforts. The elegant oak panelled restaurant features imaginative and tempting menus. There is an extensive bar menu and a wide range of traditional ales and fine wines. more >>

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Woodstock (Hotel)

Macdonald Bear Hotel

One of England's original 13th Century Coaching Inns located in the historic, picturesque town of Woodstock. The town is home to Blenheim Palace as well as many fine boutiques, art galleries, furniture and antique shops. Woodstock is also at the gateway to the Cotswolds, close to Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon. With … more >>