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This battle took place on 9 August, 1588 and ended with the failure of the Spanish Armada invasion attempt

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This Day in British History

18 October, 1529

Cardinal Wolsey falls from power

Henry blames Wolsey for failing to get papal blessing for annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon. Wolsey tries to placate Henry by giving him York Place (Whitehall palace)

Monarch Mayhem

This queen was the daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon

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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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Oxfordshire

Hook Norton Barn

Hook Norton
Self catering cottage

A luxurious barn conversion, 1 mile from the village of Hook Norton, sleeping two people. more >>
Sleeps 2

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Woodstock (Hotel)

The Macdonald Bear Hotel

Picturesque Woodstock is home to one of Englands oldest and prettiest hotels. Built as a coaching inn in the 13th century, the Bear has played host to royalty, film stars and politicians.The Bear is a favourite haunt for romantic couples, especially since it became a hideaway for Richard Burton and … more >>

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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 >>