William III blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: William III stayed here with Thomas Medlycott, recorder of Abingdon, on December 11th 1688 when on his way from Torbay to London.

King William III of England, also known as William of Orange, played a crucial role in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to his accession to the throne and significantly influenced the development of constitutional monarchy in Britain.