The Battle of Homildon Hill was a conflict between English and Scottish armies on 14 September 1402 in Northumberland, England. The battle was recounted in Shakespeare’s Henry IV, part 1. Although Humbleton Hill is the modern name of the site, over the centuries it has been variously named Homildon, Hameldun, Holmedon, and Homilheugh.
Background
During the time leading to the repudiation of the Truce of Leulinghem, both Kingdoms began to raid the other. On 22 June 1402, a small force backed by the Scots government, returning from one such raid, was beaten by George Dunbar, the Earl of March's son, at the Battle of Nesbit Moor, at which no quarter was given.
Archibald Douglas, 4th Earl of Douglas, arguably the most militarily powerful man in Scotland, and a key part of the Duke of Albany's administration, used the pretext of Nisbet Muir to lead a punitive expedition into England. With Murdoch of Fife, Albany's son, Douglas's army marched as far as Newcastle to avenge the battle. At the head of 10,000 men, he laid waste to the whole of Northumberland.
The civil parish is formed by the villages of Humbleton and Flinton.
According to the 2011 UK census, Humbleton parish had a population of 208, a reduction of one on the 2001 UK census figure.
In 1823 inhabitants in the village numbered 136. Occupations included three farmers, a shoemaker, a tailor, a carpenter and a blacksmith. A carrier operated between the village and Hull on Tuesdays and Fridays. There was a public school for poor parish children, the school teacher receiving a salary of 21 shillings. The parish is the birthplace of Admiral John Storr.
Battle of Homildon Hill | Hundred Years War [Episode 11]
The Medieval Battle of Homildon Hill was a part of the Hundred Years War. Homildon Hill, near the town of Wooler in Northumberland, England was a border battle that took place in 1402 between English and Scottish forces. Join Kevin Hicks to discover how the Scots lost a generation of chiefs to the English bowmen. This is episode 11 in the Hundred Years War Series.
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The Evolution Of An Iron Age Hill Fort | Humbleton Hill, Northumberland
In this episode Alex breaks down the history of an Iron Age and potentially early Medieval English hill fort known as the location for one of England and Scotland’s most famous battles - the battle of Humbleton Hill. Alex reveals his theory behind the exciting history of this fort in this inspiring look back at British history in Northumberland.
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Chapters:
00:00 The History of Humbleton Hill (Battle of Humbleton Hill)
03:00 Medieval History?
04:00 Pictish Influence? (Scottish History)
06:00 Iron Age History
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Who is Alex Iles?
I’m an Archeologist and tour guide based in the North East of England with a passion for British history. On this channel you can expect regular videos covering the history of the British Isles with a particular focus on the history of the North East of ...
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Humbleton Hill
It is the location of the Battle of Homildon Hill of 1402, between English and Scottish armies. There is an archaeological site on the summit, with remains of an enclosed settlement of the Neolithic Age and a later Iron Age hillfort. It is a scheduled monument.
There are remains of a hillfort of the Iron Age, within an earlier enclosure thought to be of the Neolithic or Bronze Age. The earlier enclosure has an irregular shape and measures up to 290 metres (950 ft) west to east and 210 metres (690 ft) north to south. It is defined by a low bank of earth and stone; on the south side a steep ravine adds to the...
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Humbleton Hill
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The Second War of Scottish Independence and Aftermath
KING HENRY IV of England & HOTSPUR. The Battle of Shrewsbury
Battle of Shrewsbury, King Henry IV and Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy.
On the 21st July 1403 fields situated north of Shrewsbury witnessed one of the bloodiest battles England had ever seen up to that point in history - The Battle of Shrewsbury.
Well over 1600 men perished that day and the church is said to have been built over a burial pit containing some of the dead retrieved from the blood soaked battlefields.
In this video I will take you through the lives of the main protagonists, the road to war for both sides and we will look at the actual battle itself including the first real arrow storm experienced by both sides men-at-arms.
#history, #education, #documentary, #medieval
Credits Books :
Shrewsbury 1403 Struggle for a Fragile Crown - Dickon Whitewood
A history of England - Keit...
The Medieval Battle of Homildon Hill was a part of the Hundred Years War. Homildon Hill, near the town of Wooler in Northumberland, England was a border battle...
Clive Hallam-Baker gives an overview of the battle that the Trust's late President, Robert Hardy, considered to be the high point of English longbow warfare.
Clive Hallam-Baker gives an overview of the battle that the Trust's late President, Robert Hardy, considered to be the high point of English longbow warfare.
Clive Hallam-Baker gives an overview of the battle that the Trust's late President, Robert Hardy, considered to be the high point of English longbow warfare.
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In this episode Alex breaks down the history of an Iron Age and potentially early Medieval English hill fort known as the location for one of England and Scotla...
In this episode Alex breaks down the history of an Iron Age and potentially early Medieval English hill fort known as the location for one of England and Scotland’s most famous battles - the battle of Humbleton Hill. Alex reveals his theory behind the exciting history of this fort in this inspiring look back at British history in Northumberland.
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Chapters:
00:00 The History of Humbleton Hill (Battle of Humbleton Hill)
03:00 Medieval History?
04:00 Pictish Influence? (Scottish History)
06:00 Iron Age History
_____
Who is Alex Iles?
I’m an Archeologist and tour guide based in the North East of England with a passion for British history. On this channel you can expect regular videos covering the history of the British Isles with a particular focus on the history of the North East of England.
I cover everything from Vikings and Anglo-Saxons to Medieval kings and even the odd Roman emperor! Welcome to your new home for British History content!
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#britishhistory #history #ironage
In this episode Alex breaks down the history of an Iron Age and potentially early Medieval English hill fort known as the location for one of England and Scotland’s most famous battles - the battle of Humbleton Hill. Alex reveals his theory behind the exciting history of this fort in this inspiring look back at British history in Northumberland.
_____
Chapters:
00:00 The History of Humbleton Hill (Battle of Humbleton Hill)
03:00 Medieval History?
04:00 Pictish Influence? (Scottish History)
06:00 Iron Age History
_____
Who is Alex Iles?
I’m an Archeologist and tour guide based in the North East of England with a passion for British history. On this channel you can expect regular videos covering the history of the British Isles with a particular focus on the history of the North East of England.
I cover everything from Vikings and Anglo-Saxons to Medieval kings and even the odd Roman emperor! Welcome to your new home for British History content!
_____
Buy me a coffee?: https://ko-fi.com/alexilesuk
My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AlexIlesUK
Iles Tours Website: www.ilestours.co.uk
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#britishhistory #history #ironage
Fimi 2022 iso 100 1/2500 ss wb auto, It was a little breezy on the top but nothing the Fimi couldn't handle, and it was a quite steep climb but the views were s...
Fimi 2022 iso 100 1/2500 ss wb auto, It was a little breezy on the top but nothing the Fimi couldn't handle, and it was a quite steep climb but the views were stunning
Humbleton Hill
It is the location of the Battle of Homildon Hill of 1402, between English and Scottish armies. There is an archaeological site on the summit, with remains of an enclosed settlement of the Neolithic Age and a later Iron Age hillfort. It is a scheduled monument.
There are remains of a hillfort of the Iron Age, within an earlier enclosure thought to be of the Neolithic or Bronze Age. The earlier enclosure has an irregular shape and measures up to 290 metres (950 ft) west to east and 210 metres (690 ft) north to south. It is defined by a low bank of earth and stone; on the south side a steep ravine adds to the defence. At the south-west corner, large stones set on edge probably mark the original entrance, 4 metres (13 ft) wide.
The more massive inner enclosure, dating from the Iron Age, measures 110 metres (360 ft) both north to south and west to east. A stone bank about 10 metres (33 ft) wide is the remains of the rampart; there is a second rampart on the east side, now a bank of loose stones 9.5 metres (31 ft) wide. On the south side the edge of the ravine provides the defence, and there is no rampart. The entrance is on the south-east, 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) wide, marked by boulders.[2]
There are traces of 20 roundhouses, diameter 4 to 8 metres (13 to 26 ft), within the inner rampart, and about 8 roundhouses between the ramparts. There are remains of some small enclosures, thought to be medieval shielings or livestock pens, set against the hillfort enclosure and the outer bank.[2]
Fimi 2022 iso 100 1/2500 ss wb auto, It was a little breezy on the top but nothing the Fimi couldn't handle, and it was a quite steep climb but the views were stunning
Humbleton Hill
It is the location of the Battle of Homildon Hill of 1402, between English and Scottish armies. There is an archaeological site on the summit, with remains of an enclosed settlement of the Neolithic Age and a later Iron Age hillfort. It is a scheduled monument.
There are remains of a hillfort of the Iron Age, within an earlier enclosure thought to be of the Neolithic or Bronze Age. The earlier enclosure has an irregular shape and measures up to 290 metres (950 ft) west to east and 210 metres (690 ft) north to south. It is defined by a low bank of earth and stone; on the south side a steep ravine adds to the defence. At the south-west corner, large stones set on edge probably mark the original entrance, 4 metres (13 ft) wide.
The more massive inner enclosure, dating from the Iron Age, measures 110 metres (360 ft) both north to south and west to east. A stone bank about 10 metres (33 ft) wide is the remains of the rampart; there is a second rampart on the east side, now a bank of loose stones 9.5 metres (31 ft) wide. On the south side the edge of the ravine provides the defence, and there is no rampart. The entrance is on the south-east, 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) wide, marked by boulders.[2]
There are traces of 20 roundhouses, diameter 4 to 8 metres (13 to 26 ft), within the inner rampart, and about 8 roundhouses between the ramparts. There are remains of some small enclosures, thought to be medieval shielings or livestock pens, set against the hillfort enclosure and the outer bank.[2]
Battle of Shrewsbury, King Henry IV and Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy.
On the 21st July 1403 fields situated north of Shrewsbury witnessed one of the bloodiest battle...
Battle of Shrewsbury, King Henry IV and Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy.
On the 21st July 1403 fields situated north of Shrewsbury witnessed one of the bloodiest battles England had ever seen up to that point in history - The Battle of Shrewsbury.
Well over 1600 men perished that day and the church is said to have been built over a burial pit containing some of the dead retrieved from the blood soaked battlefields.
In this video I will take you through the lives of the main protagonists, the road to war for both sides and we will look at the actual battle itself including the first real arrow storm experienced by both sides men-at-arms.
#history, #education, #documentary, #medieval
Credits Books :
Shrewsbury 1403 Struggle for a Fragile Crown - Dickon Whitewood
A history of England - Keith Feiling
A Bloody Field by Shrewsbury - Edith Pargeter
Chapters :-
00:00 Introduction
017:17 Background
10:00 Rebel Forces
14:18 Royal Forces
17:26 Road to War
29:24 Negotiations
33:42 Arrow Storm
37:08 Main Battle
45:36 Aftermath
51:48. Conclusion
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Battle of Shrewsbury, King Henry IV and Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy.
On the 21st July 1403 fields situated north of Shrewsbury witnessed one of the bloodiest battles England had ever seen up to that point in history - The Battle of Shrewsbury.
Well over 1600 men perished that day and the church is said to have been built over a burial pit containing some of the dead retrieved from the blood soaked battlefields.
In this video I will take you through the lives of the main protagonists, the road to war for both sides and we will look at the actual battle itself including the first real arrow storm experienced by both sides men-at-arms.
#history, #education, #documentary, #medieval
Credits Books :
Shrewsbury 1403 Struggle for a Fragile Crown - Dickon Whitewood
A history of England - Keith Feiling
A Bloody Field by Shrewsbury - Edith Pargeter
Chapters :-
00:00 Introduction
017:17 Background
10:00 Rebel Forces
14:18 Royal Forces
17:26 Road to War
29:24 Negotiations
33:42 Arrow Storm
37:08 Main Battle
45:36 Aftermath
51:48. Conclusion
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Clive Hallam-Baker gives an overview of the battle that the Trust's late President, Robert Hardy, considered to be the high point of English longbow warfare.
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Battle of Homildon Hill
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In this episode Alex breaks down the history of an Iron Age and potentially early Medieval English hill fort known as the location for one of England and Scotland’s most famous battles - the battle of Humbleton Hill. Alex reveals his theory behind the exciting history of this fort in this inspiring look back at British history in Northumberland.
_____
Chapters:
00:00 The History of Humbleton Hill (Battle of Humbleton Hill)
03:00 Medieval History?
04:00 Pictish Influence? (Scottish History)
06:00 Iron Age History
_____
Who is Alex Iles?
I’m an Archeologist and tour guide based in the North East of England with a passion for British history. On this channel you can expect regular videos covering the history of the British Isles with a particular focus on the history of the North East of England.
I cover everything from Vikings and Anglo-Saxons to Medieval kings and even the odd Roman emperor! Welcome to your new home for British History content!
_____
Buy me a coffee?: https://ko-fi.com/alexilesuk
My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AlexIlesUK
Iles Tours Website: www.ilestours.co.uk
_____
Introduction and Outro Video made by Lauren Kirkwood: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-kirkwood-9b8750191
#britishhistory #history #ironage
Fimi 2022 iso 100 1/2500 ss wb auto, It was a little breezy on the top but nothing the Fimi couldn't handle, and it was a quite steep climb but the views were stunning
Humbleton Hill
It is the location of the Battle of Homildon Hill of 1402, between English and Scottish armies. There is an archaeological site on the summit, with remains of an enclosed settlement of the Neolithic Age and a later Iron Age hillfort. It is a scheduled monument.
There are remains of a hillfort of the Iron Age, within an earlier enclosure thought to be of the Neolithic or Bronze Age. The earlier enclosure has an irregular shape and measures up to 290 metres (950 ft) west to east and 210 metres (690 ft) north to south. It is defined by a low bank of earth and stone; on the south side a steep ravine adds to the defence. At the south-west corner, large stones set on edge probably mark the original entrance, 4 metres (13 ft) wide.
The more massive inner enclosure, dating from the Iron Age, measures 110 metres (360 ft) both north to south and west to east. A stone bank about 10 metres (33 ft) wide is the remains of the rampart; there is a second rampart on the east side, now a bank of loose stones 9.5 metres (31 ft) wide. On the south side the edge of the ravine provides the defence, and there is no rampart. The entrance is on the south-east, 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) wide, marked by boulders.[2]
There are traces of 20 roundhouses, diameter 4 to 8 metres (13 to 26 ft), within the inner rampart, and about 8 roundhouses between the ramparts. There are remains of some small enclosures, thought to be medieval shielings or livestock pens, set against the hillfort enclosure and the outer bank.[2]
Battle of Shrewsbury, King Henry IV and Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy.
On the 21st July 1403 fields situated north of Shrewsbury witnessed one of the bloodiest battles England had ever seen up to that point in history - The Battle of Shrewsbury.
Well over 1600 men perished that day and the church is said to have been built over a burial pit containing some of the dead retrieved from the blood soaked battlefields.
In this video I will take you through the lives of the main protagonists, the road to war for both sides and we will look at the actual battle itself including the first real arrow storm experienced by both sides men-at-arms.
#history, #education, #documentary, #medieval
Credits Books :
Shrewsbury 1403 Struggle for a Fragile Crown - Dickon Whitewood
A history of England - Keith Feiling
A Bloody Field by Shrewsbury - Edith Pargeter
Chapters :-
00:00 Introduction
017:17 Background
10:00 Rebel Forces
14:18 Royal Forces
17:26 Road to War
29:24 Negotiations
33:42 Arrow Storm
37:08 Main Battle
45:36 Aftermath
51:48. Conclusion
Credits Images:
Description : Sir Henry Percy statue unveiled on 20th August 2010
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Description : Sir Henry Percy, ( Harry Hotspur ). Hero of Alnwick
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Author : Derek Voller
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Description : Standing Stone, Bendor This stone is also known as the Battle Stone and is associated with the Battle of Homildon Hill in 1402
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Author : Lisa Jarvis
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Description : Statue of Owain Glyndŵr, Corwen
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Author : Jeff Buck
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Description : Archers at the Tewkesbury Medieval Festival
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Description : Mickelgate Bar on York city walls
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Description : Memorial, Battle of Bramham Moor, 1408
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Author : Mark Anderson
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The Battle of Homildon Hill was a conflict between English and Scottish armies on 14 September 1402 in Northumberland, England. The battle was recounted in Shakespeare’s Henry IV, part 1. Although Humbleton Hill is the modern name of the site, over the centuries it has been variously named Homildon, Hameldun, Holmedon, and Homilheugh.
Background
During the time leading to the repudiation of the Truce of Leulinghem, both Kingdoms began to raid the other. On 22 June 1402, a small force backed by the Scots government, returning from one such raid, was beaten by George Dunbar, the Earl of March's son, at the Battle of Nesbit Moor, at which no quarter was given.
Archibald Douglas, 4th Earl of Douglas, arguably the most militarily powerful man in Scotland, and a key part of the Duke of Albany's administration, used the pretext of Nisbet Muir to lead a punitive expedition into England. With Murdoch of Fife, Albany's son, Douglas's army marched as far as Newcastle to avenge the battle. At the head of 10,000 men, he laid waste to the whole of Northumberland.