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Duchy of Cornwall

The Duchy of Cornwall is one of two remaining duchies in the United Kingdom (the other being the Duchy of Lancaster). It is an estate held in trust to provide income for the heir apparent of the UK monarchy; currently Prince Charles.

Despite its name, it has holdings throughout the country, with possessions of 57,091 hectares. Nearly half of the holdings are in Devon, with other large holdings in Cornwall, Herefordshire, and Somerset.

It was established in 1337 by Edward III of England for his son, Edward, Prince of Wales.

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