BattlefieldsScottish raid on Hexham 1346
Medieval

Scottish raid on Hexham 1346

1346
Northumberland, England
Also known as: David II raid on Hexham pre-Neville's Cross
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Northumberland, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
English
Forces
English Hexham garrison c. 100–200.
VS
Victor
Scots
Forces
Scots raiders c. 300–500
Outcome
Scottish forces sacked Hexham during David II's advance that ended at Neville's Cross
The Battle

History & Significance

The 1346 Scottish raid on Hexham exemplified the persistent Anglo-Scottish border warfare during the Hundred Years' War, when English forces were heavily committed to France. The raid demonstrated Scotland's ability to strike deep into northern England and raid wealthy ecclesiastical targets, reinforcing Scottish military pressure on the border and the vulnerability of English garrisons during periods of continental distraction.

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