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This Benedictine monk and scholar succeeded Lanfranc as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1093

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14 February, 1478

Duke of Clarence murdered in Tower of London

George, Duke of Clarence, brother of Edward IV, was reputedly drowned in a vat of Malmsey wine

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This king was captured at the Battle of Lincoln on 2 February, 1141

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Somerset

Ellis Barn

Wincanton
Self catering cottage

Ellis Barn is situated on a working farm in a very rural situation but within easy reach of the A303. It has its own … more >>
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Somerset

Cottage HCFIVES

North Cheriton
Self catering cottage

QUAINT 17TH CENTURY GRADE II LISTED BARN WITH MANY ORIGINAL FEATURES Situated conveniently on the border between Dorset and Somerset between the historic towns of … more >>
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Taunton (Hotel)

Travelodge Taunton

Located by junction 25 of the M5 motorway, this Travelodge provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the surrounding attractions and countryside. Spacious en-suite rooms, TV in every room, tea and coffee making facilities and free parking, make Travelodges terrific value. more >>

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Yeovil (Hotel)

Travelodge Yeovil Podimore

Located A303, 6 miles north of Yeovil, this Travelodge provides guests with contemporary quality accommodation with spacious en-suite rooms, TV in every room, tea and coffee making facilities and free parking, which all make Travelodges terrific value. more >>