Photo of Robbers Bridge, Oare, Somerset, in Lorna Doone Country

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This famous military debacle was immortalized by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, in his poem, The Charge of the Light Brigade

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This Day in British History

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

Monarch Mayhem

This king's madness led to a Regency headed by his son, George (and to a popular modern film!)

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Accommodation

Somerset

Lilicomb

Waterrow
Self catering cottage

Spacious open plan sitting room with wood burning stove and well equipped kitchen and dining area. Double bedroom with king size bed. Bathroom/WC (shower over … more >>
Sleeps 4

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Somerset

Lyndale

Roadwater
Self catering cottage

18th Century link detached stone cottage of considerable character in pretty village at foot of Brendon Hills in Exmoor National Park. Exposed beams, flagstone and … more >>
Sleeps 6

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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 >>