BattlefieldsSiege of Nottingham Castle 1651
Medieval

Siege of Nottingham Castle 1651

1264
Nottinghamshire, England
Also known as: Royalist attempt on Nottingham 1651
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
Nottinghamshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
baronial garrison c.150–300.
VS
Victor
Royalists (Prince Edward)
Forces
Royalist force c.600–1000
Outcome
Royalists briefly held the town before de Montfort relieved it
The Battle

History & Significance

During the Second Barons' War, Nottingham changed hands multiple times as both sides recognised its strategic importance on the Trent. De Montfort's forces retook the town and its castle served as a base for baronial activity in the north Midlands throughout 1264-65.

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