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Five killed in China's Xinjiang after cable on suspension bridge snaps
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Light aircraft crashes in Kenya's capital killing six people
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Historic barn worth £2.5million owned by Thomas Cromwell until he was executed is latest Raffle House draw
A historic barn once owned by Henry VIII's ill-fated chief minister, Thomas Cromwell, is up for grabs in the latest Raffle House draw. The £2.5million dream home, set in the hills of south Warwickshire, stands on land Cromwell once called his own, before his downfall and execution at the hands of the king he served. Cromwell, a lawyer who rose to become one of the most powerful men in Tudor England, was the architect of the English Reformation and the king's closest adviser. But he was beheaded in 1540 after falling out of favour over Henry's marriage to Anne of Cleves. Within months, the king is said to have been wracked with guilt, questioning whether his right-hand man had been wrongly accused of treason and heresy. Now, centuries later, it's home to a stunning 4,000 sq ft barn conversion, and one lucky winner will soon call it home. Converted less than a decade ago, the three-storey home has been finished to a luxury standard and designed to make the most of the estate's panoramic views. It features an 'upside-down' layout, meaning the kitchen and main living areas are on the top floor and cosy mezzanine spaces above to soak in the surroundings. There's also a handmade clay-tiled roof, oak and glass staircase, underfloor heating, and a fully automated lighting, heating and music system throughout. The £2.5million dream home, set in the hills of south Warwickshire, stands on land Cromwell once called his own It features an 'upside-down' layout, with the kitchen and main living areas on the top floor and cosy mezzanine spaces above to soak in the surroundings Set on just over half an acre on a gated estate of 10 homes, the property is part of a small community that is today far more harmonious than in Tudor times Cromwell, pictured, a lawyer who rose to become one of the most powerful men in Tudor England, was the architect of the English Reformation and the king's closest adviser It features a hand-made clay tiled roof, underfloor heating, a floating oak and glass staircase and an automated lighting, music and heating system. The Grade-II listed property blends the old and the new, with exposed original beams adding character There's one bedroom on the first floor, while downstairs is home to the spacious master and two further bedrooms, two bathrooms, a utility room and a grand triple-height reception hall. As added bonuses, there's also a separate annexe with a bedroom and its own kitchen and bathroom, as well as a garage and a series of outdoor storerooms. Set on just over half an acre on a gated estate of 10 homes, the property is part of a small community that is today far more harmonious than in Tudor times. The property is just four miles from Alcester and eight miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The property is just four miles from Alcester and eight miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The-three-storey home has been finished to a luxury standard and designed to make the most of the estate's panoramic views. It offers plenty of space to host, relax and enjoy the views of the fields nearby The Grade-II listed property blends the old and the new, with exposed original beams adding character In addition to the property itself, Raffle House also throws in all the stylish furnishings, as well as covering stamp duty costs and legal fees There's one bedroom on the first floor, while downstairs is home to the spacious master and two further bedrooms, two bathrooms, a utility room and a grand triple-height reception hall. The lucky winner will be able to move in without spending a penny. They will also have the option to take the cash equivalent of the home's value if preferred. The draw for the stunning Historic Dream Home doesn't officially open until September 1 Paid entries to the current draw can be purchased from £10, which gives players 15 chances to win, plus 15 free tickets for the Historic Dream Home Converted less than a decade ago, the three-storey home has been finished to a luxury standard and designed to make the most of the estate's panoramic view The lucky winner won't just bag the keys to the property as Raffle House is also throwing in all the stylish furnishings, plus covering stamp duty and legal fees, meaning they'll be able to move straight in without spending a penny. And for those not ready to relocate, there's the option to take the full cash equivalent instead. Although the draw for the Historic Dream Home doesn't officially open until September 1, a special 2-for-1 pre-launch offer has gone live today. Anyone who buys tickets for Raffle House's current £3million West Sussex Dream Home draw will receive the same number of entries for the Warwickshire property completely free. Tickets start at £10, which gives players 15 chances to win, plus 15 bonus entries for the upcoming historic barn. Postal entries are also accepted for free. The West Sussex draw closes on August 31, with a winner set to be announced on September 5.
