Castles And Strongholds Of Northumberland
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Castles And Strongholds Of Northumberland
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Author : Brian Long
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2024-08-01
Castles And Strongholds Of Northumberland written by Brian Long and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-08-01 with History categories.
Much more than an 'excellent gazetteer'; this detailed study of the county's castles, monuments and towers shows who was responsible for the defence of the Anglo-Scottish border whilst Henry V was at Agincourt. Subsequent surveys show how in 1584 Christopher Dacre forwarded a bold project that linked a string of towers forming a defence against marauding Scots, suggesting new towers to stop gaps, with a 'dyke or defence' joining them like a latter-day Hadrian's Wall. Beyond this line were the many Peles or Bastles, home to the headsmen of the notorious reiving families, who were cursed in 1525 by bishops of Durham and Glasgow as punishment for their brutal way of life, giving rise to much legend and romance. Meanwhile, polite society occupied the large castles nestled amongst the coastal area still standing today for all to see. This history and gazetteer, with over 500 entries and plentiful illustrations and plans, will enhance your understanding of the history of the borders and their proud, turbulent past.
Bastions And Belligerents
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Author : John Fenwick Dodds
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
Bastions And Belligerents written by John Fenwick Dodds and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Fortification categories.
Strongholds Of The Border Reivers
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Author : Keith Durham
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2023-09-28
Strongholds Of The Border Reivers written by Keith Durham and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-09-28 with History categories.
A detailed examination of the Border fortresses involved in raids, or 'reives', on both sides of the Anglo-Scottish border in the 13th - 17th centuries. In the year 1296, Edward I of England launched a series of vicious raids across the Anglo-Scottish Border in his attempt to annexe Scotland. The Scots retaliated and the two countries were plunged into 300 years of war in which the Borderland became the frontline and raiding, or 'reiving,' encouraged by both sides, became a way of life. Keith Durham examines the Border fortresses, ranging from small, well-defended castles to imposing tower houses, or 'peles,' and a variety of fortified farmhouses known as 'bastles.' He also investigates the many churches that were strengthened against attack and in times of trouble served as sanctuaries for their congregations. Packed with full-colour photographs and detailed cut-away artwork, this is an ideal historical commentary for any tourist visiting the sites that are dotted across the whole of the Border region.
English Castles England S Most Dramatic Castles And Strongholds Collins Little Books
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Author : Historic UK
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Release Date : 2018-10-04
English Castles England S Most Dramatic Castles And Strongholds Collins Little Books written by Historic UK and has been published by HarperCollins UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-04 with Architecture categories.
A handy guide to England’s most dramatic castles and strongholds, many of which are open to visitors. Includes an eight-page map section showing the locations of castles covered in the book.
An Account Of Belsay Castle In The County Of Northumberland
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Author : Sir Arthur E. Middleton
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1990
An Account Of Belsay Castle In The County Of Northumberland written by Sir Arthur E. Middleton and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with Castles categories.
Belsay, Northumberland, has been described as the northern jewel in the crown of English Heritage to whose care it was entrusted in 1980. For 800 years there have been Middletons at Belsay, living first in the Norman castle, a Border stronghold, later in the Jacobean house and, finally, in the Grecian mansion of golden sandstone designed and built by Sir Charles Monck from stone quarried on the estate. In the quarry, Sir Charles built a garden which attracts many thousands of visitors every year.
Northumberland Strongholds
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Author : Ed Geldard
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Northumberland Strongholds written by Ed Geldard and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Castles categories.
From the time of Edward I until the union of England and Scotland, the northern border of Northumberland was in a constant state of warfare. As a result, there are more castles, bastles and pele towers in Northumberland than in any other county. This is a lively photographic survey of seventy-five strongholds, ranging from the impressive castles at Bamburgh, Alnwick and Dunstanburgh to battlemented country houses and remote fortified farmsteads. The text explains their importance and architecture, and tells their dramatic and bloody stories.
Borderland Castles And Peles
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Author : Robert Hugill
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1939
Borderland Castles And Peles written by Robert Hugill and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1939 with Castles categories.
Hillforts
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Author : Al Oswald
language : en
Publisher: English Heritage
Release Date : 2013-04-15
Hillforts written by Al Oswald and has been published by English Heritage this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-15 with Social Science categories.
A detailed archaeological landscape survey which investigates the purpose, design and function of Iron Age hillforts in Northumberland National Park.
Strongholds Of The Barons
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Author : J. Ivo Ball
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1906
Strongholds Of The Barons written by J. Ivo Ball and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1906 with Castles categories.
Borderland Castles And Peles
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Author : Robert Hugill
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1970
Borderland Castles And Peles written by Robert Hugill and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1970 with Castles categories.