BattlefieldsScottish Occupation of Newcastle 1139
Medieval

Scottish Occupation of Newcastle 1139

1139
Northumberland, England
Also known as: David I holds Northumberland · Scottish control of Newcastle
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
Northumberland, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
English garrison
Forces
English garrison c.500–1,000
VS
Victor
Scotland (David I)
Forces
Scottish forces c.8,000–12,000
Outcome
Newcastle handed to Scotland as part of Treaty of Durham; held until 1157
The Battle

History & Significance

Following the Battle of the Standard in 1138, where David I was defeated but survived, he negotiated the Treaty of Durham which gave Scotland the earldom of Northumberland. Newcastle and most of the north of England came under Scottish control. Prince Henry, David's son, was earl of Northumberland, Huntingdon and Carlisle. Scotland at this point controlled more of England than at any time before or since — a remarkable achievement that shaped David I's legacy.

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