BattlefieldsBattle of Doncaster
Tudor

Battle of Doncaster

1536
South Yorkshire, England
Also known as: Pilgrimage of Grace — Doncaster 1536
Era
Tudor
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
South Yorkshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Duke of Norfolk c.8,000–10,000
VS
Victor
Indecisive (negotiated)
Forces
Rebel force c.30,000–40,000
Outcome
Both armies stood down; Henry VIII granted false concessions
The Battle

History & Significance

The Pilgrimage of Grace — the largest uprising Henry VIII faced — reached its climax here. Robert Aske accepted promises that were never kept; the rebels dispersed, and their leaders were hanged. Henry's betrayal secured his northern power.

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