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Where Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn stayed in England's only Tudor castle turned hotel — Thornbury's extraordinary Thornbury Castle, the Tudor heritage, and the South Gloucestershire market town character make it one of England's most historically intimate and unexpectedly accessible royal destinations

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Known for

Thornbury Castle (the only Tudor castle in England to have become a hotel, where Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn stayed), and a South Gloucestershire market town

A little history

Thornbury Castle — begun by Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, who was executed in 1521 before it was completed — is the only Tudor castle in England operating as a hotel. Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn stayed here in 1535. The town has a pleasant market character.

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Thornbury Castle hotel is worth visiting even for a meal — the Tudor setting is extraordinary. The town centre for local community character. Bristol is close for wider amenities.

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Food & drink in Thornbury

Thornbury has good independent cafes and restaurants. Thornbury Castle has excellent food. Local South Gloucestershire produce throughout.

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For businesses in Thornbury

The Castle hotel drives visitors. Independent businesses serve the local community. Bristol is close.

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