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Name the Historic attraction

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This inventor and pioneer industrialist is credited with inventing - or at least popularizing - the water frame and carding engine

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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 led the English to triumph at Crecy in 1346

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Accommodation

Oxfordshire

The Haven

Shipton-under-Wychwood
Self catering cottage

SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR PLEASE CONTACT OWNERS FOR PRICES AND AVAILABILITY Our single-story barn conversion with lofty high ceilings and original beams throughout has … more >>
Sleeps 8

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Oxfordshire

Herrieff's Cottage

Banbury
Self catering cottage

A Grade II listed converted cowshed, in a quiet village 2 miles from Banbury. The cottage has been refurbished to a very high standard, … more >>
Sleeps 3

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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 >>