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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Tom Campbell

A day in the life of a King Charles I lookalike: ‘It takes a hell of a lot of work’

A history lover who drives around the country dressed as King Charles I after a friend pointed out his uncanny resemblance to the 17th century monarch says even though he does not have a horse or carriage, he will bring a previous king ‘back to life’ on coronation day.

Daniel Williams, 49, from Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, has spent the past four years driving to historical sites across England, Wales and Scotland to bring his hero back to life and raise the profile of the UK’s heritage.

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