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Croxden Abbey
Croxden Abbey

Croxden Abbey is a ruined Cistercian monastery dating to the 12th century. It was founded in 1176 at Cotton, but the monks moved here to Croxden in 1179. Bertram de Verdun, Lord of Alton, founded the abbey for monks from the Norman abbey of Aunay-sur-Odon. The church took over seven decades to build and was finished in 1254.
Croxden, Staffordshire, England, ST14 5JG

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Farley (Self catering)
Heythrop, Farley

Heythrop

This semi detached stable conversion is located in Farley just a short walk from Alton Towers and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms.
Sleeps 10

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Rolleston-on-Dove (Self catering)
Brooklyn Barn, Rolleston-on-Dove

Brooklyn Barn

Sitting room with electric fire and French doors to patio. Kitchen/dining room. Dressing room with sofa bed (for + 1) and access to double bedroom with 5' bed and TV. …
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Stafford (Hotel)
Weston Hall

Weston Hall

Weston Hall originated in 1550 when it was built as a small dower house. In early 2012 the Petrouis family took on Weston Hall with a view to making major refurbishments over a 6-month period. After restoring the building to its former glory Weston Hall re - opened on 16th … more >>

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