BattlefieldsRevolt of 1173 — Warkworth Castle Siege
Medieval

Revolt of 1173 — Warkworth Castle Siege

1173
England
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Rebel garrison
Forces
royal forces in Northumberland
VS
Victor
Royal forces
Forces
Rebel garrison with Scottish support
Outcome
Castle contested during Scottish invasion of Northumberland; surrendered after William's capture
The Battle

History & Significance

Warkworth Castle in Northumberland was held for the rebels during the great revolt. Scottish forces under William the Lion cooperating with the rebellion moved into Northumberland. The castle was caught in the wider conflict between Scottish invasion and the English crown's attempt to maintain the northern counties. Its fate was tied to the Scottish campaign.

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