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  "path": "/places/the-hugglescote-deathstar",
  "publishedAt": "2026-03-19T16:00:00.000Z",
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  "tags": [
    "roundabout",
    "roads",
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  "textContent": "When building a new estate in the village of Hugglescote in Leicestershire, the constructors gave a nod to “Star Wars” by creating a roundabout which when viewed from above was a representation of the Death Star.\n\nThe reason being that Hugglestone was once home to Palitoy, who used to manufacture “Star Wars” figurines (as well as Action Man and Pippa Dolls).",
  "title": "The Hugglescote Death Star in Hugglescote, England"
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