On 19th July 1333, the town of Berwick-upon-Tweed lay under siege. Close to breaking point, the town’s Scottish defenders had agreed to surrender to the besieging English army on 20th July unless a relief force arrived. And in the gloom of the early morning salvation appeared on the horizon. 15,000 Scots under the command of … More The Scottish Disaster at the Battle of Halidon Hill
The life and story of Mary Queen of Scots verges on legendary. Love affairs, deceit, conspiracy, war and turmoil – it’s a tale steeped in romanticism and intrigue, and one that was made for Hollywood. Reigning amidst a period of social upheaval and religious unrest, Mary Queen of Scots is often remembered for the manner … More Five Facts About Mary Queen of Scots
For the majority of Scottish monarchs, the end of their reign was marked by death. The reign of Constantine II is somewhat of an outlier in this sense, ending when the king abdicated to become a monk. … More Constantine II: The Scottish King Who Became a Monk
Fought on 10th September 1547, the Battle of Pinkie is a notable event in British history as it marks the final pitched battle between the Kingdoms of Scotland and England before the Union of the Crowns. … More On the Banks of the Esk: The Battle of Pinkie, 1547