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Llanthony Priory
Mid
Wales & Brecon Beacons
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and Monasteries
Ancient Sites
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Remains
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Map and Text © David Ross and Britain Express
HISTORY CORNER
Name the Historic attraction
British Heritage Awards
British History Quiz
This prestigious organisation was founded in 1768. Its first president was Joshua Reynolds
Clue
Its headquarters is at Burlington House in Picadill, London
Another clue
It is famous for its annual art exhibitions
This Day in British History
12 February, 1554
Lady Jane Grey executed
Grey became famous as the 'Nine Days Queen', a pawn in the ambitions of the Earl of Northumberland
Monarch Mayhem
Her reign saw the growth of the British Empire to its largest extent
Clue
She had nine children with her consort, Albert