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  Plymouth : SHOPPING - PLYMOUTH   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Plymouth was where the defeated Napolean Bonaparte was brought aboard the HMS Bellerophon (1786) before his exile to St Helena in 1815 and the surviving crew of the RMS Titanic disaster disembarked on their return to England in 1912.
In 1914 the County Borough of Plymouth merged with the Municipal Borough of Devonport, Devon and the Urban District of Stonehouse, East Stonehouse to form an enlarged County Borough.
Plymouth College, one of England's public schools, is situated in Ford Park, to the north of the city centre.
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  Hayward Descendants
1. Samuel HAYWARD was born 1810 in Shrewsbury, England.
Mary was born 1841 in Brumbrow, Cheshire, England.
Horwich, England and was christened 1 Mar 1874.
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 Plymouth, city, England. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05
Modern Plymouth is well situated on a peninsula between the estuaries of the Plym and Tamar rivers.
Plymouth was held by the parliamentarians for four years during the civil war, when the rest of Devon and Cornwall were royalist.
Among the principal points of interest on the Hoe are the old Royal Citadel (17th cent.), the upper part of Smeaton’s lighthouse brought from Eddystone, an Armada memorial, and a naval war memorial.
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 Plymouth, England
England > Devon, England / Southwest England > Devon - North Coast
Plymouth, situated at the mouth of the River Tamar, which forms the boundary between Devon and Cornwall, is one of Britain's largest seaports and naval bases, and historically the most important.
Bordered by a wide beach, it lies between hills which reach down to the adjoining bays, and the surrounding woodland and meadows combine with extensive parks and gardens to give the city an open and attractive aspect.
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 Plymouth
After the Civil War, the Citadel was built by Charles II in 1670-71 in part to control the town, which had supported Parliament during the late unpleasantness.
Since wind blows generally from the west, Plymouth was a natural base on western Channel for the interception of invasion fleets.
Plymouth was Britain's best base from which to blockade the French navy in Brest, France's primary Atlantic base.
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 TEFL/TESOL Plymouth, England - TEFL/TESOL Jobs in England with courses and certifications
Plymouth embraces all things marine, from National powerboat racing and sailing to being the home of the National Marine Aquarium.
Plymouth, with its great natural harbour, is made for those who love the great outdoors; and of course for good, old-fashioned fun, nothing beats a sunny day on the beach, the choice of secluded coves including Jennycliff, Bovisand and Mothercombe.
The course in Plymouth is administered by highly trained local staff who are happy to pass on their extensive knowledge of the area, and help you in any way they can during your 4 weeks in the UK.
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 GENUKI/Devon: Plymouth - Genealogy
Bryant, W.N. Plymouth Borough Prison in the Census of 1871.
Plymouth: Rees and Curtis (1812) xii, 233 pp.
Marsh, A.J. The Vanburghs at Plymouth, Devon Historian 39, 1989, pp.
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 Plymouth - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Plymouth is a city of 243,795 inhabitants (2001 census) in the southwest of England, or alternatively the Westcountry, and is situated within the traditional county of Devon.
In 1914 the county boroughs of Plymouth and Devonport, and the urban district of East Stonehouse merged to form a single county borough of Plymouth.
Plymouth is the headquarters and regional television centre for BBC South West, whose studios are located in the Mannamead area north of the city centre.
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 Plymouth
At its eastern extremity is the citadel that is now used as a barracks; from its parapet a most extensive view is obtained of the town, with Stoke in the distance, and a little more easterly, and far off, are the summits of the Dartmoor Tors.
Throughout England, too, men watched anxiously,; beacons were ready on every hill and lofty tower to warn the nation of the near approach of the Spaniards, who would be opposed by so unequal a force on the sea that few hoped the country would escape another invasion.
Plymouth and the west country are very proud of their great captains, amongst whole are reckoned some of the greatest of the subjects of Elizabeth.
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 Royal Citadel, Plymouth
England > Devon, England / Southwest England > Devon - North Coast > Plymouth
The Royal Citadel, east of the Hoe, was built in 1566-70; its inner courtyard is graced by a statue of George II.
A road runs around the citadel, affording excellent views, including the remains of the old town, with its few remaining old houses.
www.planetware.com /plymouth/royal-citadel-gb-dv-ca.htm   (120 words)

  
 UK Plymouth hotel Bed & Breakfast Plymouth accommodation
The Jewell In Plymouth Hotel is located close to Plymouth city centre and a short walk from the Hoe.
We are centrally located in Plymouth between the Hoe, City Centre, University, Theatre, Pavilions and Ferryport.
It is situated on the southern slopes of Dartmoor National Park with views across the South Hams to the sea.
www.federal-hotel.co.uk /uk-city-plymouth-hotel-50459.htm   (339 words)

  
 England Hotels - West Country Hotels and Accommodation
Situated in the shelter of the sweeping Mount's Bay, Penzance is bordered to the west by the fishing port of Newlyn and stretches towards the small town of Marazion to the east.
Plymouth in Devon, England is home to the port that saw Drake, Raleigh, Cook, Darwin and the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World.
Devon is a large county in England's West Country, bordered to the west by Cornwall and to the east by Dorset and Somerset.
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 Plymouth Hotels - Plymouth, UK
We are centrally located in Plymouth between the Hoe, City Centre, University, Theatre, Pavilions and Ferryport....
The Duke of Cornwall Hotel is minutes away from Plymouth's historic waterfront and all of its many famous attractions.
The Jewell In Plymouth Hotel is located close to Plymouth city centre and a short walk from the Hoe.
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 Princess Cruises : Ports of Call : Cornwall (Plymouth), England
Plymouth maintains a position of honor in England's long and proud maritime history.
History aside, Plymouth is also the gateway to Devon and Cornwall's ravishing countryside -- one of the most beautiful landscapes in all the British Isles.
Plymouth's old district still preserves the city's colorful past with its narrow cobbled streets, Elizabethan houses and Royal Citadel.
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 GREAT BRITAIN. BOARD OF ORDNANCE. RECORD BOOK OF THE PLYMOUTH OFFICE OF ORDNANCE
English ports such as Plymouth, Portsmouth, and Chatham were vital to British forces because they supplied, refitted, and inventoried military arms which were conveyed by ship to the West Indies, the American colonies, and the Mediterranean Sea.
The Citadel of Plymouth, with a magazine for gunpowder and an arsenal, was repaired along with other outer line defenses at the outset of the Seven Years War.
Durnford's entry shows that thirty-seven 32-pound guns were in the Citadel of Plymouth, along with 6,845 paper cartrides, and 6,475 "round shot" in the Citadel of Plymouth.
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 Geoff_Wright Plymouth Travel Page - VirtualTourist.com
In 1588 the port was the rendezvous of the anti-Armada fleet.
Plymouth was held by the Parliamentarians for four years during the civil war, while the rest of Devon and Cornwall were Royalist.
Among the sprincipal points of interest on the Hoe are the old Royal Citadel (17th Century), still in use as a regular Army Barracks, the upper part of Smeaton's lighthouse brought here from the Eddystone Reef, some 15 miles from Plymouth, and Armada memorial, and a naval war memorial.
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 Plymouth, England - United Kingdom - Travel Directory, Information, & Links - Travelers Digest
Plymouth Business Directory - includes accommodation, tourist information, maps, sport clubs, news and events, and places of interest.
Copthorne Plymouth - hotel located in the heart of the city, overlooking wide avenues and gardens leading to the Hoe.
The National Marine Aquarium, in Plymouth, is the UK's leading aquarium committed to education, conservation and research into the marine environment.
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 Plymouth, Royal Citadel
The Royal Citadel is situated overlooking Plymouth Sound and the Cattewater, with its entrance being in Hoe Road.
It was as a result of the Dutch Wars of 1664-67 that King Charles II realised the importance of Plymouth as a channel port and this led to the decision to build the Royal Citadel.
When William of Orange landed at Brixham in November 1688, the Royal Citadel was the first fortress in England to declare their support for him.
www.plymouthdata.info /RoyalCitadel.htm   (412 words)

  
 Britannia Castles: Plymouth, Devon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
At Plymouth there was, in Leland's day (ie 16th century), a haven-guarding castle, which he regarded as quite comparatively modern: "On a rocky hill hard by the south side of the mouth, where the ships lyeth, is a strong castle quadrate, having at each corner a great round tower.
Though the townsmen of Plymouth, after a particularly vicious French raid in 1403, got leave to levy a toll on goods landed in their port, for the purpose of building a wall and tower.
Unfortunately, this castle, whatever it was, was ruined and com-pletely superseded by the newer and much larger citadel of Charles II.
www.britannia.com /history/devon/castles/plymouthcast.html   (254 words)

  
 Plymouth Hotels: Terrific Late Deals and Cheap Plymouth Bed and Breakfast Hotels
Call Plymouth Tourist Centre on 01752 306330 for more sightseeing ideas or a list of visitor attractions and last minute tourist offers at leisure centres and restaurants in the town or city area.
A beautiful family run 18th century guest house located within excellent access to the city of Plymouth the stunning moors and most importantly the A38 the gateway to Cornwall and the rest of Devon.We pride ourselves on the quality of our renowned bre...
Based in Central Plymouth near to cinema and theatres, this Travelodge is ideal for exploring Plymouth, or as a stop over before moving on to the Brittany Ferries port.
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 Plymouth Hotels: Find and Compare Hotel Room Rates for Plymouth Hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
With stunning views overlooking the Plymouth Sound and across into Cornwall, Holiday Inn Plymouth is in a truly breathtaking location.
On Plymouth's historic Hoe; 5 min walk to city ctr; all rooms recently refurbished; restaurant specialises in local seafood.
52 rooms.The Ibis Plymouth hotel is located at the fringe of Plymouth, close to the A38 and shielded from the road by trees.
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 Aerial Photographs of Plymouth,England,UK
Plymouth to many is Plymouth Hoe, the "high" place, once the domain of sheep, we now see thousands of strollers, lovers and summer visitors.
A few shots here of what is now the University of Plymouth, but was at the time of the photo - Plymouth Polytechnic 1.
Forder Valley as the petrol station is being built and here is the old mega huge roundabout at Marsh Mills with the early version of the A 38 fly-over.
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 Plymouth Hotels, Plymouth B&Bs and Plymouth Self-catering Accommodation from Milford
The former home of Sir Francis Drake, Plymouth is a modern city located 44 miles south of Exeter along the A38 road.
Attractions to Plymouth include the Barbican National Marine Aquarium, National Waterways Museum, and Plymouth Hoe.
The Jewel in Plymouth offers accommodation just over 1 mile from the centre of Plymouth.
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 Grosvenor Hotel (Hotel), Plymouth, Devon - Devon Accommodation Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Our intent is to make your stay in Plymouth as memorable as possible using atmosphere and the comfort of home.
We are centrally located in Plymouth, Devon between the Hoe, City Centre, University, Theatre, Pavillions, Ferryport.
The Duke of Corwall Hotel is minutes away from Plymouth's historic waterfront and all of its many famous attractions.
www.devonaccommodation.com /Hotel/Grosvenor_Hotel,_Plymouth,_Devon.html   (561 words)

  
 Plymouth Devon - a tourist information travel guide from TourUK
Plymouth, a large city, on estuary of Plym and Tamar, with a real history of naval involvement.
The Royal Fleet Club is a 50 bedroom hotel located in Devonport, Plymouth that boasts two ballrooms, spacious public rooms, an elegant residents lounge, a restaurant serving breakfast and evening meals and several bars.
From the cottage it is approximately 500 yards to a safe sandy beach at the entrance to Plymouth Sound, looking across the breakwater to the Cornish fishing village of Cawsand.
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 Pilgrims as People   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Against great odds, they courageously made the famous 1620 voyage and founded the first New England colony, but they were still ordinary English men and women, not super heroes.
They believed that membership in the Church of England violated the biblical precepts for true Christians, and that they had to break away and form independent congregations which were truer to divine requirements.
They brought their own culture to the New World and attempted to establish a citadel of English society on the edge of the alien continent.
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 Plymouth - Spirit of Discovery City, Devon Tourism and Things to Do - IgoUgo
The Hoe is a wide expanse of grass and pathways overlooking the entrance to Plymouth harbour.
Perhaps the most famous son of Plymouth is Sir Francis Drake, one of England’s greatest ever sailors and navigators.
The greatest threat to many a ship traveling south of Plymouth was the notorious Eddystone Reef, 14 miles offshore and the claimant of hundreds of lives over the centuries.
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 Plymouth Hotel Accommodation - Citadel House Hotel, Plymouth Hoe, England
Welcome to Citadel House Hotel and Guest House.
Located on the famous Plymouth Hoe, we believe we are perfectly placed to ensure your visit to Plymouth is enjoyable and convenient.
All our guests are given their own key to allow freedom to come and go as they please.
www.citadelhouse.co.uk   (109 words)

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